MEGHA
Strategy | Operations | Design
I design systems, stories, and spaces
Building platforms that bridge tradition and innovation
My Work
I find joy in creation - from performance art to strategic planning, the balance between ideation and production informs my approach to life.
Strategist
I work at the intersections of policy, performance, design, and storytelling, creating platforms that connect people and ideas.
Through consulting, operations, strategy, teaching, creative production, research and beyond, my focus is on shaping systems and spaces that bring tradition, and innovation into dialogue for sustainable development.
Artist
​I also love constantly learning and pushing myself out of my comfort zone, jumping at the chance to tackle interesting projects and "side quests."
I freelance as a voiceover artist, actor, and website designer, dabble in mehendi whenever time permits, and have a not-so-secret passion for clothing design and textiles. ​
Disclaimer: I'm a proud bookworm, movie buff, and a walking jukebox -- I welcome any opportunity to play Charades , Antakshari, board & card games... or to take a hike, play tennis (rather competitively) or volleyball, swim... at this point I'm listing basically every activity; I love being as active as possible so my down-time feels extra special!
Freelance
Education
My academic background combines international affairs, business, and speculative design, with research spanning global policy, city planning, and design futures. I have been recognized for excellence in teaching, leadership, and scholarship.
2022-2024
University of California San Diego
Masters of International Affairs
Focused on International Management and Southeast Asia, with coursework spanning global business strategy, econometrics, and policy analysis. Recognized as a Dean’s Fellow for academic excellence.
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Researched policy and strategy in areas including maternal health, urban walkability, and business development.
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Developed capstone projects such as a 10-year strategic roadmap for IBM and GIS-driven policy analyses on transportation innovation in California.
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Honed technical skills in data analysis (econometrics, GIS, survey methods), policy evaluation, and global strategic planning.
2019-2023
University of California San Diego
Bachelor of Arts, International Business
Bachelor of Arts, Speculative Design
Completed a dual degree integrating business with creative design thinking. Graduated with Provost Honors and recognized in the UCSD Writing Showcase.​
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International Business: Trained in organizational leadership, marketing, supply chain, and strategy with a global lens.
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Speculative Design: Explored design futures, visual communication, and narrative-based research, with a curatorial capstone commissioned by the Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve
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​​Highlighted environmental conservation & indigenous lands
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Hobbies
I have a plethora of side projects and interests, and am always open to learning new things or finding fun ways to spend time with friends.
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“Education never ends, Watson. It is a series of lessons, with the greatest for the last”​
- Sherlock Holmes
