# POOJITH KOLLURI - Aspiring Business Strategist & Quantitative Analyst
Source: https://hello.cv/poojithkolluri
Hyderabad

## Links
- LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojithkolluri

## About
Driven and analytical BS Economics student at IIT Patna, adept at leveraging quantitative research and strategic frameworks to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Proven ability to design and execute Go-to-Market strategies for expansion into 5+ new cities, develop 100+ alpha strategies, and lead high-impact student initiatives, fostering a strong foundation in consulting, finance, and public relations.

## Work
### Research Consultant | WorldQuant
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Conducted advanced quantitative and fundamental analysis to design, test, and optimize over 100+ alpha strategies, significantly contributing to financial market insights and achieving GOLD LEVEL recognition.
- Conducted in-depth quantitative research and fundamental analysis to design and rigorously test alpha strategies.
- Leveraged data-driven tools and proprietary operators within WorldQuant to develop and refine over 100+ alpha strategies.
- Achieved "GOLD LEVEL" recognition in the highly competitive WorldQuant Challenge, demonstrating superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
### Business Strategy Intern | To-Let Globe
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Led strategic Go-to-Market initiatives and operational improvements to support market expansion and enhance brand visibility, contributing to company growth across 5+ new cities.
- Designed and executed Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies, facilitating the company's expansion into 5+ new cities.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and implement strategic initiatives, significantly improving outreach and brand visibility.
- Restructured Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments by conducting competitive benchmarking and market research, enhancing cross-functional efficiency and overall performance.
- Recognized as "Intern of the Week" for outstanding contributions to strategic initiatives.

## Volunteer
### Sub Coordinator (Quant Division) | TIC IIT Patna
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Mentored 50+ juniors in alpha strategy development and organized data-driven trading competitions, fostering quantitative finance skills within TIC IIT Patna.
- Mentored over 50+ junior students in the development of alpha strategies on WorldQuant, significantly enhancing their quantitative finance skills.
- Organized and executed data-driven trading strategies competitions, promoting practical application and analytical rigor.
### Sub Coordinator (Consulting Wing) | Finance Club IIT Patna
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Spearheaded consulting and product management initiatives, including workshops and competitions, to educate over 100 students on case studies and guesstimates.
- Spearheaded consulting and product management initiatives, successfully organizing case workshops and competitions.
- Conducted interactive sessions for over 100+ students, focusing on case study analysis and guesstimate problem-solving.
### Media and Public Relations Manager | E-Cell IIT Patna
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Managed E-Cell's social media presence and cultivated external communications and brand partnerships for flagship entrepreneurial events like Start-In and E-Summit.
- Managed the E-Cell's social media presence, publishing engaging entrepreneurship content and announcements for flagship events.
- Secured external communications and strategic brand partnerships for key events like Start-In and E-Summit, enhancing organizational reach.

## Education
### IIT Patna | Economics
8.0 CGPA | https://
### New Vision Junior College | Pre-University Studies
95.6% | https://
### New Vision School | Secondary Education
9.3 CGPA | https://

## Awards
### IQC2025 Stage 1 Top 20% Team
WorldQuant | 2025-01-01
Recognized among the top 20% of global teams in the WorldQuant Challenge, showcasing exceptional quantitative analysis skills.
### Best Senator Awardee
WBF National Youth Parliament, WISDOM BHARATI FORUM | 2025-01-01
Awarded for outstanding performance as a senator in the WBF National Youth Parliament, demonstrating strong leadership and communication.
### Quantathon Finalist
IIT Madras Shaastra | 2025-01-01
Achieved finalist status in the Quantathon competition at IIT Madras Shaastra, highlighting advanced quantitative skills.
### National Entrepreneurship Olympiad 2022 - All India Rank 79
E-CELL NIT Nagpur | 2022-01-01
Secured All India Rank 79 in the National Entrepreneurship Olympiad, demonstrating strong entrepreneurial acumen.
### District Topper - Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM'22)
Vijnana Bharati and Vigyan Prasar, Ministry of Education | 2022-01-01
Achieved top rank in the district for Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan, a national science talent search examination.
### Technothlon 2021 - All India Rank 49
IIT Guwahati | 2021-01-01
Secured All India Rank 49 in Technothlon, a national-level aptitude and logic test organized by IIT Guwahati.

## Languages
- English

## Certificates
### McKinsey Forward Program
McKinsey & Company | 2025-01-01 | https://www.mckinsey.com/careers/mckinsey-forward
### Winter Consulting 2024 Course
Consulting & Analytics Club, IIT Guwahati | 2024-12-31 | https://www.iitg.ac.in/clubs/consulting-analytics

## Skills
### Consulting & Strategy
Proficient
- Case Studies
- Market Research
- Problem Solving
- Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategies
- Strategic Initiatives
- Competitive Benchmarking
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
### Analytical Tools
Proficient
- Microsoft Excel
- Data-Driven Tools
- Quantitative Analysis
- Fundamental Analysis
### Programming Languages
Proficient
- Basic SQL
- C Programming
### Leadership
Proficient
- Event Management
- Networking
- Media and Public Relations
- Mentorship
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Strategic Prioritization
- Stakeholder Management

## Projects
### Capstone Project: Impact of Quick Commerce and Inflation on Premium FMCG Sales
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A comprehensive report analyzing the effects of quick commerce platforms and inflationary pressures on premium FMCG sales in diverse Indian cities, including insights into rural market growth.

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