I help companies turn complex technical and operational challenges into programs that actually ship, from sustainability roadmaps to go-to-market execution. Engineering-trained with an MBA, I've built a $1.56M resource optimization roadmap across 53 manufacturing sites, contributed to a sustainable materials program supplying Chanel, and led cross-functional teams through workflow redesigns that doubled throughput and engagement. I'm comfortable working directly with engineering, regulatory, and operations stakeholders, and I build the KPIs and systems that keep programs on track after the strategy deck is done.

Aaloka Kotwal

I help companies turn complex technical and operational challenges into programs that actually ship, from sustainability roadmaps to go-to-market execution. Engineering-trained with an MBA, I've built a $1.56M resource optimization roadmap across 53 manufacturing sites, contributed to a sustainable materials program supplying Chanel, and led cross-functional teams through workflow redesigns that doubled throughput and engagement. I'm comfortable working directly with engineering, regulatory, and operations stakeholders, and I build the KPIs and systems that keep programs on track after the strategy deck is done.

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I help companies turn complex technical and operational challenges into programs that actually ship, from sustainability roadmaps to go-to-market execution. Engineering-trained with an MBA, I’ve built a $1.56M resource optimization roadmap across 53 manufacturing sites, contributed to a sustainable materials program supplying Chanel, and led cross-functional teams through workflow redesigns that doubled throughput and engagement. I’m comfortable working directly with engineering, regulatory, and operations stakeholders, and I build the KPIs and systems that keep programs on track after the strategy deck is done.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Client Success Lead (Pro - Bono) at Seed Consulting Group
September 1, 2025 - Present
Launching and operationalizing the Midwest chapter’s client success function for a nonprofit consulting effort. Leads nonprofit outreach, client qualification, and engagement processes. Designs intake and scoping workflows from scratch, building replicable systems for a growing pro-bono consulting practice.
Client Success Lead (Pro Bono) at Seed Consulting Group
September 1, 2025 - Present
Launching and operationalizing the Midwest chapter's client success function, leading nonprofit outreach, client qualification, and engagement processes to activate pro-bono consulting partnerships. Designing intake and scoping workflows from scratch, building replicable systems for a growing consulting practice.
Sustainability Program Analyst Intern at Amcor Rigid Plastics
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Developed a water and emissions reduction roadmap across 53 manufacturing sites, identifying $1.56M in annual savings and presenting findings to senior leadership. Conducted competitor and market analysis to inform sustainability innovation positioning and strategic roadmap decisions. Streamlined monthly GHG emissions reporting workflows, improving process efficiency by 5%.
Growth Marketing Manager (Pro - Bono) at National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
Led a 10-member cross-functional volunteer team to build stakeholder maps, content roadmaps, and KPI dashboards to coordinate campaign asset delivery across six functions. Designed and executed data-driven engagement initiatives using customer feedback surveys and performance analytics, doubling social media engagement within one year.
Growth Marketing Manager (Pro Bono) at National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
Led a 10-member cross-functional volunteer team, building stakeholder maps, content roadmaps, and KPI dashboards to coordinate delivery of campaign assets across six functions. Designed and executed data-driven engagement initiatives using customer feedback surveys and performance analytics, doubling social media engagement within one year.
Manufacturing Associate – Personal Care, Med Devices at Evolved by Nature
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Led a four-person team to reconfigure production workflows, delivering $45K in sanitizer output over three months during COVID-19 supply shortages. Strengthened SOPs, documentation, and traceability in collaboration with quality and engineering teams, improving audit readiness and scale-up execution.
Research Associate – Material Development (Sustainable materials innovation and commercialization) at Evolved by Nature
August 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Contributed to the R&D and commercialization pipeline for a flagship sustainable materials program supporting Chanel. Collaborated across engineering, regulatory, and operations teams to advance product readiness. Drove workflow redesign across innovation and production teams, increasing experimental throughput by 50% and improving delivery cadence for priority programs. Supported luxury beauty/personal care commercialization milestones and contributed to strategic initiatives that helped unlock $51M in funding for circular leather innovation programs.
Research Associate – Material Development at Evolved by Nature
August 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Sustainable materials innovation and commercialization across luxury beauty, personal care, and fashion; contributed to the R&D and commercialization pipeline for a flagship sustainable materials program supporting Chanel, collaborating across engineering, regulatory, and operations teams to advance product readiness. Drove workflow redesign across innovation and production teams, increasing experimental throughput by 50% and improving delivery cadence for priority programs. Contributed to strategic initiatives that helped unlock $51M in funding for circular leather innovation programs.
Manufacturing Associate – Personal Care, Med Devices at Evolved by Nature
January 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Led a four-person team to reconfigure production workflows, delivering $45K in sanitizer output over three months during COVID-19 supply shortages. Strengthened SOPs, documentation, and traceability in collaboration with quality and engineering teams, improving audit readiness and scale-up execution.

Education

Master of Business Administration at Michigan State University, Broad College of Business
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
Master of Science, Textile Engineering at North Carolina State University, Wilson College of Textiles
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Technology, Fibers and Textiles Processing Technology at Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2016
Master of Business Administration at Michigan State University, Broad College of Business
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Master of Science at NC State University, Wilson College of Textiles
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Technology at Institute of Chemical Technology
January 1, 2012 - May 1, 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Michigan State University, Broad College of Business
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Master of Science (MS) - Textile Engineering at NC State University, Wilson College of Textiles
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) - Fibers and Textiles Processing Technology at Institute of Chemical Technology
January 1, 2012 - May 1, 2016

Qualifications

US Patent - Silk-coated Leather Materials
January 1, 2015 - July 2, 2026
Peer-reviewed Publication - Bio-based Surface Modification using Rice Bran Oil for Water Repellency
January 1, 2020 - July 2, 2026
Forte Fellow
January 1, 2023 - August 5, 2026
Forte MBA Ambassador
January 1, 2023 - August 5, 2026
Graduate Research Assistant (Graduate Research Assistant/Teaching Assistant role)
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Education