Raj Ahluwalia

Experienced and results-driven professional with a unique blend of technical and managerial skills. Extensive background in business development, project management, and strategic consulting. I am honing my technical capabilities through a Full Stack Coding program at Columbia University. I am eager to apply my robust business acumen and growing technical expertise in a dynamic and impactful role.

1. Quick Minerals Group, LLC New York, NY
   Strategic Operations Consultant Aug 2023-Present
   o Intervened at a crucial juncture to retain a valuable $3M client. Through empathetic listening and 
   strategic dialogue, identified core pain points and devised an effective method of communication that 
   realigned client expectations and ensured ongoing business continuity.
   o Assumed the helm of the company's website development when 60% complete, mitigating escalating conflicts between the founder and the remote tech team based in India. Through effective 
   communication and project oversight, ensured consistent progress toward a successful website launch.
   o Redesigned the company's payment process, identifying and rectifying gaps that previously led to 
   incomplete documentation. This strategic intervention guaranteed seamless transactions and timely 
   payments to the founder, solidifying the company's revenue streams.
    
2. Sustainable Coffee Company Start-Up New York, NY
   Founder and Business Strategist Aug 2020-Jan 2023
   o Conceived and initiated an eco-friendly coffee startup, fostering strategic partnerships with an innovative electric roaster startup and local sustainable roasters 
   o Guided 15+ peers through comprehensive market research and strategy development over a cumulative period of 6 months in 3 graduate school courses, confirming business viability 
   o Negotiated the acquisition of a prime location in a new Brooklyn building with 450 residential units, demonstrating real estate acumen and strategic placement for maximum customer access 
   o Raised $60K in startup capital, showcasing strong negotiation and investor relations skills 
   o Formed relationships with cutting-edge companies, sourcing a technology capable of producing cold brew coffee in just 8 minutes 
   o Successfully navigated partnership dissolution, gaining key insights into conflict resolution and team dynamics 
    
3. John Hopkin’s University Community Consulting Lab New York, NY
   Business Strategy Consultant Jan 2021-May 2021
   o Led a team of analysts in conducting a comprehensive market analysis for SPI Marine, optimizing market penetration strategy
   o Collaborated with shipping industry leaders to generate market insights, guide team analysis, and validate business and consumer needs
   o Oversaw the creation of marketing, social media outreach, and community outreach programs for the startup Our Time Kitchen
    
4. Equinox Group New York, NY
   Group Fitness Manager, Group Fitness Instructor Jul 2017-Mar 2020
   o Orchestrated the restructuring and expansion of the group fitness program and was actively involved in planning and implementation, which led to a 79% increase in class offerings and boosted member retention and class attendance
   o Conducted comprehensive audits of classes and instructors in the first six months of securing the manager position, leading to a 50% increase in class attendance
   o Actively participated in instructor auditions, providing valuable input to cultivate a diverse and dynamic roster
    
5. Keller Williams Hollywood Hills Los Angeles, CA
   Realtor, Productivity Coach, Licensing Teacher, Interim Manager Jun 2006-May 2016
   o Managed a personal portfolio exceeding $50M in sales, utilizing strategic business planning and client relationship management
   o Directed and coached a sales team to realize $10M+ in sales in six months, honing skills in team leadership and performance metrics evaluation
   o Led complete project cycles for ten property renovations from scouting to sale, contributing to over $15M in sales
   o Oversaw operations as the interim manager at K.W. South Bay, demonstrating leadership and team management skills with a team of 250 realtors
   o Facilitated real estate licensing courses, building an educational partnership with Kaplan, and expanding KWHH's team by 50 agents, showcasing ability in talent development and organizational growth

• Columbia University, School of Engineering New York, NY Full Stack Coding Certificate 
• John Hopkins University, Carey Business School Baltimore, MD Master of Business Administration 
• Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Speech Communications