Divya Kunaparaju

Results-oriented professional with a strong background in strategic program management, cross-functional collaboration, and business operations. Seeking to leverage my expertise in leading complex projects and diverse teams to excel in the Chief of Staff role, contributing to the successful execution of strategic initiatives.

Manager – Strategy Implementation & Programs | Circles.Life | May 2022 – Jul 2023

• Led strategic cross-company programs, acted as acting chief of staff to COO, and facilitated strategy workshops.
• Implemented OKRs, GDPR compliance, and Chinese Walls operationalization, contributing to company growth and compliance.
• Recognized in the top 1% of the company and received the OKR Excellence Award for outstanding program implementation.

Program Manager – RISE by DigitalBCG Academy | Digital BCG | Dec 2020 – Jan 2022

• Managed the $40 million RISE program, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring SLAs were met.
• Led the successful launch of a new B2C business, contributing to business expansion and growth.
• Recognized with the Asia-Pacific gold medal in BCG Olympics 2021 for outstanding work.

Business Development Director, SEA | Cantier Systems | Sep 2020 – Dec 2020

• Orchestrated business initiatives in the Southeast Asia market, onboarded partners, and devised go-to-market strategies.
• Conducted competitor analysis, generated leads through industry events, and identified customer needs.

Management Consultant | Industrial Growth Platform (IGPI) | May 2019 – Aug 2020

• Advised Japanese MNCs, SMEs, and conglomerates on strategy projects, expanding IGPI's footprint in Australia.
• Led research, prospect identification, and proposal preparation, contributing to business growth and expansion.

Global Quality Module Lead, MES Solution | Tetra Pak SEA | Nov 2014 – Apr 2019

• Architected, designed, and implemented factory automation solutions, ensuring seamless 24/7 operations.
• Led cross-functional teams and represented the Millennials hub, providing leadership insights.
• Gained valuable insights into Industry 4.0 and world-class manufacturing principles in a manufacturing-oriented environment.

Web Applications Service Delivery Manager | AIA Singapore | Mar 2013 - Jun 2014

• Managed web applications, led software engineers, and ensured quality delivery within SLAs.
• Successfully oversaw the development of key web applications, including eCare and Agent Internet Access.

Manager | Prudential Assurance Company | Jun 2008 - Jan 2013

• Managed the design and development of applications, improving salesforce automation accuracy and efficiency.
• Played a vital role in achieving the 'Team of the Year Award' and enhancing application performance.

• Master’s in Business Administration, National University of Singapore, 2018
• Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, 2005

Professional Courses & Certifications:

• Organizational Design for Digital Transformation – MIT Sloan School of Management
• Certified Scrum Master
• TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate