Mr. Anil Bapat

CEO

 

Mr. Anil Keshav Bapat is currently the CEO of AIC NMIMS and SVKM. Earlier, he was the CFO of SVKM and was serving as Advisor to the President of SVKM.

He is a Chartered Accountant from the batch 1980. He has completed his B.Com  from Sydenham College.

He has worked in various organization such as L&T, Ion Exchange India Ltd, Raychem RPG Ltd, Essar Oil Ltd and Bharat Diamond Bourse. He possessed a rich work experience of more than 4 decades of the respective industry.

Harshal is currently the advisor of AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre. He is a Lawyer and Chartered Accountant by training. He has pursued his maters in law (L.L.M.) from Harvard Law School and his legal education from Government Law College (Mumbai). He is a member of the New York State Bar Association (United States). Under his leadership the Centre, in a very short time span has incubated over 50 start-ups and has created over 500 jobs and has received various accolades in the Mumbai start up space.

Harshal is an entrepreneur himself and is also the Co-Founder of Awarathon, a start up which has created a first-of-its-kind AI enabled cloud platform, which helps organisation in measuring and enhancing the effectiveness of their sales team. By spending just 5 minutes, the Organisation can get their sales team’s competencies mapped for corrective actions (training, counselling, mentoring, etc.).

He is also the Mentor, Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, one of India’s premier private law institute founded under the NMIMS banner. Under his mentorship, the Law School, has been recognised for introducing contemporary and interdisciplinary courses as part of its curriculum. The Law School now has opened campuses in 5 cities across India.

Mr. Harshal Shah

Advisor

Ms. Ami Budhadev ​
Manager

Ami is a Manager at AIC-NMIMS, where she leads initiatives to support startup growth and innovation. With more than three years of expertise in business innovation, she focuses on fostering growth via cooperative innovation and strategic alliances. Ami plays a key role in the Launchpad Program, having helped more than 120 students ready to launch their business plans. She has expertise in creating entrepreneurial ecosystems and enabling founders with training programs, capacity building, and mentorship to turn ideas into successful enterprises. She works closely with the Advisors and BODs to align the program’s goals with the requirements of startups, students and corporates, leading to innovative results in a multitude of industries, especially in technology and digital transformation. Ami enjoys reading and writing poetry in her free time, and she uses books as a source of inspiration for her creative ideas. She has an expertise in end – to – end recruitment, L&D, capacity building and curriculum design. Ami holds a Masters’ and Bachelors’ degree in HRM from North Maharashtra University. When not working, she dwells into the world of books and enjoys writing poems.
Aum Jain, Senior Innovation Associate at AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre, has successfully addressed key challenges in the life insurance and pharmaceutical sectors by connecting startups with corporates and leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, ML, process automation, and gamification. With a keen eye on digital trends, he drives innovation and fosters digital transformation within insurance and pharma companies. Aum has implemented growth strategies through meticulous market research and strategic industry engagement, managing a portfolio that includes prominent clients such as SBI Life, Canara HSBC, ICICI Prudential Life, and ICICI Lombard. Additionally, he actively contributes to entrepreneurship-focused initiatives, supporting aspiring entrepreneurs and fostering a culture of innovation within the ecosystem. 

Mr. Aum Jain
Senior Innovation Associate

Ms.Devika Gaikwad
Coordinator

Devika Gaikwad is currently serving as a Coordinator at AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, demonstrating expertise in HR, Admin, Accounts, and Operations. At AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre, Devika collaborates closely with the Manager to oversee HR functions, administrative responsibilities, and financial operations, ensuring efficient organizational processes. Previously, she worked in a real estate company, where she managed HR operations, executive HR functions, and administrative tasks. She brings three years of valuable experience in the HR and admin domain.
Shilpa Priyadarshi is currently working as an Innovation Associate at the AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre. She holds a MBA in Marketing from the Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies Khalsa, showcasing proficiency in Analytical and Marketing Skills. She has been handling the program’s marketing activities, including strategy development and execution, for more than a year now. She has worked with The Outlook Group and Ideal Management as an intern.  She has also worked with Axis Securities Ltd before joining AIC NMIMS in which she handled client acquisitions, D mat, Physical Shares and advised people for investment opportunities. She has effectively handled 4 branches in partnership with Axis Securities Ltd for D mat.

Ms.Shilpa Priyadarshi
Innovation Associate

Ms.Sakshi Mohare​
Invovation Associate

Sakshi is a skilled Innovation Associate at AIC, proficient in both technical and analytical skills. Her Bachelor’s degree from R.A. Podar College has sharpened her strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. Internships at Muskurahat Foundation, Leads and Sales Ltd, and TIHE TIBE ALLINAZ have provided valuable practical experience. Currently, she is instrumental in the Incubation program at AIC NMIMS. She actively engages with startups, organizing events and serving as a point of contact, offering guidance and facilitating connections with mentors, investors, and other resources. Her passion for the startup ecosystem is evident in her dedicated efforts. Beyond her professional endeavors, Sakshi enjoys outdoor activities, reading, historical architecture, and animal welfare.

Shreyas is currently working as an Innovation Associate at AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre. He works closely with budding entrepreneurs, mentors and industry experts in the Launchpad Program, supporting the participants in their entrepreneurial endeavors. His role involves working on continuous improvement and upgradation of the deliverables of the program ensuring that the Program delivers quality and yields success for the participants. 
He has completed his education from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, with a specialization in Finance. Furthermore, he has completed certificate courses in Advanced Excel, TALLY, Blogging & Content Writing. 
Beyond work, he is a passionate writer, speaker, debater, with a keen interest in the fields of education and psychology. In his free time, he enjoys music, reading and writing, which fuels his passion for creativity and innovation. 

Mr.Shreyas Chaturvedi
Innovation Associate

Ms. Yesha Desai​
Invovation Associate

Yesha Desai is an Innovation Associate at the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) NMIMS, she plays a key role in supporting and nurturing early-stage startups. With a strong passion for fostering innovation and creativity, Yesha works closely with entrepreneurs by building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem that promotes technology-driven solutions and sustainable development. Yesha has completed her education from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics (AUTONOMOUS) with a specialization in Statistics and IT. She is also a management student and an aspiring actuary. Furthermore, she has completed certificate courses in 7+ computer languages. Beyond work, she is a writer, a poet and a movie fanatic. She enjoys music and painting which helps her stay creative and relevant.

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