Debadrita Dhara
Economist/ Consultant
Summary
10+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, economic research, and analytics. Outstanding record of planning and delivering projects for both private and public sector clients across sectors of economic development, consumer products and services, supply chain and private equity. Experience of working onsite in 6 countries with diverse teams and client stakeholders.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Analyst
McKinsey & Company
- Developed macroeconomic projections for major economies in Asia, Middle East and Africa using timeseries and panel techniques such as ARIMA, Error Correction, VAR and Structural modeling
- Assisted an Asian government in identifying investment opportunities in India with the aim of promoting economic growth and diversification
- Authored the Global Economics Intelligence report for India - a monthly perspective on G-20 countries, which is received by 2,500+ Clients globally.
Senior Knowledge Analyst
McKinsey & Company
2 2014 - Current
- Led the modelling effort for 15+ Clients globally to help with strategic and operational decision-making using data driven insights on market sizing, resource allocation and demand planning
- Led a team of 5 located in India, USA and Costa Rica to develop McKinsey’s proprietary growth analytics offerings and provide end to end solutions for sustainable Client impact
- Developed predictive models for Clients in 10+ industries to help identify growth opportunities by product, industry and geographical granularity
- Assisted a Middle East government to set up an Economic Modelling & Research Centre; created macroeconomic models, trained existing staff with capability building workshops, designed ‘train the trainer’ sessions for new hires and developed delivery platforms to share policy insights and recommendations
- Hired analytics professionals & trained them on modeling workstreams.
Specialist
McKinsey & Company
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
Consultant
AF Mercados Energy Markets
06.2011 - 12.2013
- Assisted World Bank in reforming electricity tariff policies for Bangladesh and Nepal
- These were successfully implemented in 2014
- Advised policy actions to the Ministry of Power (Government of India) to improve the sector’s financial and technical performance
- Developed a portfolio optimization model for Indian Power Exchange to improve the electricity procurement process and reduce costs by 1000 bps.
Education
Master’s in Applied Economics -
Presidency College (Calcutta University)
01.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor’s in Economics - undefined
Presidency College (Calcutta University)
01.2006 - 04.2009
Skills
Analytical Problem Solving
Extracurricularachievementsinterests
- Volunteer for Joint Operation for Social Help - Led a team of 5 students to survey and report the implementation of Right to Education Act in government schools in South Delhi
- Internship with Child Rights and You - Shot a documentary for the Right to Education campaign
- Trained in Indian Classical Dance and Oil Painting
Timeline
Specialist
McKinsey & Company
01.2020 - Current
Consultant
AF Mercados Energy Markets
06.2011 - 12.2013
Master’s in Applied Economics -
Presidency College (Calcutta University)
01.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor’s in Economics - undefined
Presidency College (Calcutta University)
01.2006 - 04.2009
Research Analyst
McKinsey & Company
Senior Knowledge Analyst
McKinsey & Company
2 2014 - Current
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