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I help founders, investors, and corporate teams make faster, better capital and strategy decisions through institutional-grade financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis. As a former Big 4 consultant at Deloitte and PwC, with an MBA and an Engineering degree, I bring a rare combination of finance, strategy, and technical rigor. I have supported engagements that helped clients raise over $500M in capital, delivering models and analyses used in real investment and board-level decisions. 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 Financial Modeling & Forecasting Integrated 3-statement models, budgeting, long-term planning, scenario and sensitivity analysis. Valuation & Transaction Analysis DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, LBO modeling, M&A support, and due diligence. Financial Planning & Performance FP&A, cash flow planning, performance tracking, and investor reporting. Fundraising & Investor Materials Pitch decks, investment memorandums, and financial narratives for capital raising. Strategy & Business Analysis Market research, business planning, competitive benchmarking, and growth strategy. Sector-Specific Modeling SaaS metrics (CAC, LTV, churn), energy and infrastructure, real estate models, and project finance. 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 Fundraising preparation, investor reporting, acquisition analysis, budgeting and long-term planning, business case development, and turnaround or restructuring situations. I design every deliverable for decision-making clarity, with clean, audit-ready models, transparent assumptions, and built-in flexibility for scenario and sensitivity analysis. My work is structured to be used directly by founders, investors, and senior management. Experience spans AI and SaaS, energy and infrastructure, real estate, fintech, manufacturing, retail, public markets, and Web3. Tools and technical stack include advanced Microsoft Excel, VBA automation, financial forecasting systems, and cap table modeling. Top Rated and Expert-Vetted on Upwork, with consistent client feedback highlighting analytical depth, speed, and reliability. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸: 🗨️ “Exceptional as always, this is my 5th or 6th project with Gabriel and each one has been a smooth and efficient process with no delays. Have already engaged with him for another contract.” 𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 🗨️ “Gabriel is extremely professional and completed the financial model on time. In addition to producing an excellent finished product he gives great advice, implementing things that we didn't think of.” 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗔𝗷𝗮𝘆𝗶 🗨️ “I can't wait to work with him again! He's a highly skilled and multi-faceted collaborator who's determined to help you cross the finish line.” 𝗗𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻

Technical Business Analyst, Product Manager & Project Management Consultant with 16+ years of experience delivering data-driven digital solutions in 4 core industries: 🔹Banking 🔹Fintech 🔹Insurance 🔹Human Resources My tenure with Tier-1 organizations like JP Morgan Chase ( 7 Years) , Capgemini (4 Years ) , and Aon Hewitt (2 Years) has endowed me with: 🔹Deep domain expertise 🔹A proven track record of driving results in high-stakes enterprise environments I specialize in: 🔹Evaluating systems, processes, and user experiences 🔹Bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams 🔹Translating ambiguous business problems into clear, structured requirements, process designs, and actionable delivery plans Whether you need: 🔹 A Business Requirements Documentation (BRD) crafted from scratch 🔹 Functional Requirements Documents (FRD) 🔹 User Stories & Acceptance Criteria 🔹 Agile/Scrum Documentation 🔹 An Agile team led through a complex sprint cycle 🔹 A system implementation managed end-to-end 🔹 UAT Planning & Support 🔹 Process Flow Diagrams 🔹 Gap Analysis 🔹 Data Mapping & Workflow Documentation 🔹 Stakeholder Communication 🔹 Project Coordination & Delivery Support I bring structured thinking, strong communication, and enterprise-level execution to every engagement. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗘 📌 Business Analysis Requirement Gathering • Functional Analysis • Documentation • Technical Writing • Workflow Analysis • Process Improvement • UAT • Functional Testing • Production Support • Business Process Design • SOPs • Roadmap Delivery 📌 Agile & Project Management Sprint Planning • User Stories • Backlog Management • Stakeholder Management • Risk Assessment • Status Reporting • Vendor Coordination 📌 Domain Expertise Banking • Credit Cards • Fintech • Insurance • HR Systems • Clinical Research • Data Management 📌 Data & Technical Skills SQL • SAS • Informatica • Teradata • ETL • Data Mapping • Data Quality • Reporting 📌 Tools & Platforms Jira • Confluence • MS Excel • MS Project • SharePoint • Tableau • Power BI • Salesforce CRM • ERP Oracle HCM, SAP HR 📌 Methodologies Agile • Scrum • Waterfall • SAFe ✅ Why clients work with me: ✔ I offer a unique combination of Business Analyst, Project Manager, Product Manager, Client Engagement Manager, Client Interview, Operation Consultant, Operation Manager, Business Manager, Technical Business Analyst, Operation Team Member, Business Development Manager and communication leadership roles which are typically handled by separate resources. ✔I serve as a central coordination partner across clients, stakeholders, and delivery teams — simplifying collaboration and improving execution efficiency across projects. ✔ Clear and structured documentation ✔ Strong business-to-technology communication ✔ Enterprise project experience ✔ Reliable stakeholder management ✔ Fast learning and problem-solving ability ✔ Detail-oriented delivery approach In addition to delivery roles, I have participated in hiring panels, helping organizations evaluate candidates and align talent with business and team needs. Clients consistently value my ability to clarify complex requirements, bridge business and technology teams, and drive projects towards successful outcomes, as reflected in my portfolio items Let’s discuss how I can help streamline your requirements and bring delivery excellence to your next project. Thank you!

Discover why my clients love working with me: ************************************************ I take pride in delivering high-quality work with precision, efficiency, and strong communication. Here’s what my clients have to say: "Chitra is a unique individual with talents of being extremely through, detail oriented, prompt and communicative. She helped finish my task in-budget and on-time. I would hire her back in a heartbeat for a similar requirement." "This provider has been extraordinary to work with. I’ve hired many many many freelancers here in oDesk (I’ve spent over $100K in the last few years here in oDesk) and I got to admit that Chitra had exceeded my expectations. She delivers high quality work in very short period of time, is continuously communicating during project execution and delivers very professionally, you don’t have to waste much time explaining things once you write down what you want Chitra delivers exactly that in a very professional manner. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, certainly worth 5 start rating for the job done and I will definitely hire again for more work." "Chitra is a consummate professional for complex projects with a lot of experience in his field. She demonstrated superior skills. From the beginning, she was very thorough, providing good deliverables through the process. She communication was equally good, explaining technical details and clarifying issues. I look forward to working with her again." About Me: *************** I am a Business Analyst with 17+ years of experience, specializing in requirement gathering, documentation, proposal writing, and user experience design. My expertise spans various analysis methodologies and documentation standards, including: ✅ Requirements Gathering & Documentation – SRS, FRS, BRD, Use Case Specifications, User Stories ✅ Proposal Writing – RFP responses ✅ Business Process Mapping: extensive expertise in process mapping, flowchart design, and workflow visualization, leveraging Visio, Lucidchart, and Draw.io to enhance and streamline business operations efficiently. ✅ UX Design & Wireframing: Leverage AxureRP to craft intuitive, user-centric wireframes and prototypes, ensuring visually appealing, functional solutions that enhance user experience and streamline business processes. ✅ Appian Low code platform: specialize in Appian's low-code platform, focusing on process mapping, automation, and workflow optimization to enhance business efficiency ✅ Fluent in UML modeling—Block Definition, Use-Case, Activity, Sequence and State-Machine diagrams—using Enterprise Architect ✅ Alternative Analysis: assessing business solutions by evaluating unique features, customization potential, integration capabilities, cost, and risks. I develop scoring metrics and strategic presentations to Help make smart decisions and improve business operations. ✅ Testing & Quality Assurance – Functional, Non-functional, System, Load testing, Test Case creation, Bug tracking Tools & Technologies I’m proficient in a range of industry-standard tools: 📝 Documentation – MS Word, Google Docs, MS PowerPoint 🖼️ Wireframing – Axure RP, Justinmind Prototyper 📊 Diagramming – MS Visio, Lucidchart, Edraw Max, Draw.io, Enterprise Architect 📌 Project Management – JIRA, Trello, Zoho Projects, Nextcloud, Dart AI, MS Project As a Quality Assurance Manager, I have successfully led teams in analyzing and testing web and mobile applications, ensuring the highest standards. I am a strong communicator, a collaborative team player, and a dedicated professional committed to delivering excellence. Why Work With Me? I thrive on solving challenges, streamlining workflows, and ensuring success in every project. Whether it's crafting a detailed proposal, refining user experiences, or managing complex software projects, I am dedicated to exceeding expectations. Achievements: - Maintained a perfect rating by consistently delivering high-quality work and exceeding client expectations. - Successfully executed multiple business analysis projects, including startup consulting, CRM system reviews, and detailed project documentation. - Recognized for effective communication and project management, guiding teams to timely, successful project completions. Flexible and prepared to discuss project costs to find a mutually beneficial agreement

320+ projects delivered. $130,000+ earned. I specialize in helping founders and SMEs move from ideation to launch with data-backed market research and financial models. • Startup Specialist: I validate new ideas and find your Product-Market Fit. • Funding Expert: Authored 40+ investor-ready plans to secure capital. • Growth Partner: Trusted by SMEs and firms like n-tech Research (USA), and TNS Dubai. • Financial Power: Custom Excel-based 5-year forecast and burn-rate analysis Let's turn your idea into a validated business. Message me to start. Industries Covered: IT, Retail, Gaming, AI & AR, Nanotechnology, Pharma, Construction, Energy, Real Estate, Finance, Insurance, Travel, and more. Geographic Expertise: North America, Europe, Middle East, and APAC. Employment Experience: • Aristos Erevna: Principal Analyst • Prudential UK: Operations Manager – Belfast Life & Risk Management • Evalueserve: Market Research Analyst Education: MBA (Finance) | Financial Planning 1 & 2 | UK Insurance Certified Let’s collaborate to turn data into strategy and strategy into growth.

In my career of 12 years as Analyst I have designed number of Wire frames for projects related to Realestate, Finance, Entertainment, Education, Law, HealthCare, Travel, Hospitality, Marine and Shipping, eCommerce websites and web applications. I have prepared UML diagrams, Use Cases, User Stories and System Requirement Specification, Scope documents within given time frame with minimum iterations. I have worked on challenging requirements where with minimum details I have prepared scope document and wireframe. My core competency lies in visualizing features during discussions and pen them into documents. Would love to work in open sky. I have knowledge of Cucumber and Selenium. I have worked as Manual QA professional on web application and mobile application.

UK based Project Delivery Manager with more than 20 years experience working for a major software company across a broad range of projects including developing and deploying applications & infrastructure. I have had product owner roles, software requirement management and product development experience and lots of customer facing projects. My recent experience has been working with a couple of small software companies each with around 5 contractors delivering an AI web app integrating a LLM in the recruitment industry, and also data lakes, ETL and BI dashboarding in the telecoms business. Pretty much all my projects for the past 20 years have been working with remote teams and offshore contractors. Looking now to work on other short-term projects with smaller companies doing interesting work. Happy also to do initial few hours/1-2 day reviews of software projects as "fresh pair of eyes". Familiar working with execs/company owners, product owners, QA, engineering managers, and teams of 1-10 developers. Experienced with requirements & backlog management, and balancing the end user’s needs with the internal business case. Always happy to roll-up my sleeves and get hands-on with everything needed to make a project successful - from user interviews, requirements/user story writing, QA/testing, running Kanban boards, GTM plans, budgeting & 3rd party management, risk & RACI matrixes, you name it. Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, UK 2024 Change Management Practitioner, Prosci, USA 2014 VOICE ACTOR I am a native English speaker from London, England with a strong, attractive, 56yo male voice. I am available for voiceovers and other voice recording projects. I also have experience with audiobooks, TV, movies, commercials & music videos in supporting actor and walk-on roles, plus have also been involved with AI voice training projects. I would be happy to provide links to my show reel including audio & video recordings.