About me

Hello, I’m Nishant Gode, a data-first strategist with 5+ years of experience driving $75M+ in business impact across analytics, marketing operations, and product strategy. I specialize in transforming raw data into insights that scale growth, retention, and decision clarity.

At Arizona State University, I serve as a Research Assistant with ExSight.AI, where I design A/B testing frameworks and build SQL + Power BI dashboards to evaluate campaign ROI for defense and healthcare markets. I partner with researchers and product teams to translate model performance into explainable business value, while producing thought-leadership assets (whitepapers, case studies, investor decks) that shape go-to-market strategy in regulated sectors such as the EU AI Act.

At Swiggy, I led strategy and lifecycle optimization for a $180M portfolio of 90+ CPG advertisers, delivering 18% YoY growth and a 43% boost in retention. I built SQL pipelines and Power BI dashboards that cut overspend by $8M and streamlined reporting, while collaborating with product and finance to refine attribution and accelerate GTM execution.

At WhiteHat Jr (BYJU’S), I unlocked $11M in revenue uplift by building CAC/LTV models, segmenting users, and driving targeted re-engagement. I combined Salesforce, Zendesk, and Tableau to improve renewal rates by 28% and embed KPI frameworks into client success operations.

Earlier, I grew revenue by 12% through upsell initiatives at The Ritz-Carlton, scaled high-revenue F&B partnerships at Gadkari Katta, and managed live national broadcasts as a Story Producer at Endemol Shine’s Bigg Boss — experiences that sharpened my ability to merge creativity with analytical execution.

I hold a Master’s in Business Analytics (GPA 3.8) from Arizona State University, a PGDM in Marketing, and a Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management. My technical toolkit includes SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, and Excel, applied across initiatives like Teradyne’s inventory optimization ($36M savings), Trader Joe’s GTM segmentation (1M+ transactions, $15M merchandising lift), and sentiment modeling of 10K+ Yelp reviews using BERTopic and NER.

I thrive at the intersection of data, marketing, and product. Whether it’s enabling smarter decisions, uncovering patterns in complexity, or building tools that scale, I bring curiosity, precision, and business fluency to every challenge.

What I'm Doing

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    Data Analysis & BI

    Designing SQL pipelines and Power BI/Tableau dashboards to surface insights, automate reporting, and inform executive decisions.

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    Marketing Strategy

    Optimizing campaign performance, GTM execution, and customer lifecycle strategy to drive measurable growth and engagement.

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    Product & Insights

    Translating complex data into user-focused insights that guide product decisions, roadmap planning, and operational efficiency.

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    Cross-Functional Enablement

    Driving alignment across marketing, product, and finance through stakeholder-ready dashboards, KPI frameworks, and campaign reviews.

Testimonials

  • Axay Devlekar

    Nishant’s passion for the work stood out from the get-go. He consistently exceeded expectations and brought a positive, supportive energy to the team. His expertise in data analysis and client engagement helped drive real results. A dedicated professional and a great person to work with — I highly recommend him.

  • Sudhanshu Gupta

    Nishant is an incredible asset to any team. His sharp product knowledge and ability to break down complex concepts made him a go-to collaborator. His clarity in communication and dedication to quality delivery always stood out.

  • Jaya Paliwal

    At The Ritz-Carlton, Nishant consistently delivered exceptional guest service with professionalism and warmth. He was known for creating memorable “wow” moments and brought a collaborative spirit that made him a standout team player. His dedication and emotional intelligence will serve him well in any setting.

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Education

Academic Background

  1. Master of Science in Business Analytics

    W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University – Tempe, USA
    August 2024 – May 2025

    GPA: 3.8 / 4.0

    Relevant Coursework: Business Analytics, Marketing, Forecasting Models, AI & Big Data, Supply Chain, Customer Analytics, Data Visualization, Optimization, Business Strategy

  2. Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Marketing)

    Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research – Mumbai, India
    January 2021 – December 2022

    Relevant Coursework: Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Analytics, Innovation & Product Development

  3. Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management

    Patkar-Varde College, Himalayan University – India
    June 2014 – May 2017

    Relevant Coursework: Food & Beverage Management, Front Office Operations, Hospitality Strategy, Culinary Production

Experience

Professional Experience

  1. Research Assistant

    Arizona State University
    August 2025 – Present

    • Shaped GTM strategies for defense and healthcare markets by combining A/B testing with SQL and Power BI dashboards, linking spend and performance to C-suite reporting.

    • Partnered with research and product teams to convert model performance into explainable value propositions, supporting vendor negotiations and roadmap prioritization.

    • Produced whitepapers, case studies, and investor decks by synthesizing competitive intelligence and EU AI Act insights into market positioning strategies.

    • Conducted stakeholder interviews and requirement gathering sessions to inform product development and feature prioritization.

  2. Key Account Manager II

    Swiggy
    November 2021 – July 2024

    • Directed a $180M advertiser portfolio across 90+ CPG brands, delivering 18% YoY growth and recovering $7M in value by aligning incentive structures with joint GTM playbooks.

    • Boosted retention by 43% (20pp above benchmarks) and unlocked $36M incremental revenue by leading A/B testing on creatives, loyalty programs, and lifecycle campaigns.

    • Built SQL pipelines and Power BI dashboards to automate ROI forecasting and campaign tracking, cutting overspend by $8M and reducing manual reporting by 40%.

    • Standardized KPI frameworks and launched an internal insights tool, enhancing C-suite visibility in quarterly business reviews and OKRs.

    • Piloted a unified Salesforce-integrated reporting system, aligning GTM strategy with product roadmap planning and advertiser value delivery.

  3. Executive L2 – Business Analyst

    BYJU’S WhiteHat Jr
    August 2020 – November 2021

    • Delivered $11M+ revenue uplift by building CAC/LTV models, executing lifecycle segmentation, and driving personalized campaigns across the customer funnel.

    • Improved renewals by 28% through SQL-powered churn modeling and Tableau dashboards for real-time performance tracking.

    • Built automated KPI libraries and led stakeholder workshops that accelerated analytics adoption across client success and operations teams.

    • Partnered with product marketing to align parent-focused messaging and landing page variants with audience clusters, boosting NPS and retention.

  4. Front Desk Agent

    The Ritz-Carlton, Marriott International
    June 2019 – August 2020

    • Drove a 12% uplift in ancillary revenue by upselling premium room upgrades and personalized guest experiences during peak occupancy periods.

    • Improved guest satisfaction scores through concierge-level service, proactive issue resolution, and seamless coordination with F&B, housekeeping, and concierge teams.

    • Streamlined lobby throughput during conferences and weekends by forecasting guest flow and optimizing staff allocation.

    • Trained new hires and implemented escalation SOPs, improving interdepartmental responsiveness and handoff quality.

  5. P.R. Executive & Business Developer

    Gadkari Theatre of Arts
    January 2019 – June 2019

    • Implemented F&B SOPs and event operations workflows that contributed to $2.4M+ in monthly revenue across cultural programs.

    • Built B2B partnerships and sponsorship campaigns, strengthening financial sustainability and expanding community engagement.

    • Partnered with local marketing teams to scale outreach through targeted campaigns, influencer tie-ins, and venue-specific branding.

  6. Online Director – Post Creative Realization

    Endemol Shine India
    March 2018 – December 2018

    • Directed real-time PCR and creative editing for two seasons of BiggBoss, boosting digital-first engagement and retention across platforms.

    • Streamlined compliance-ready editing workflows under tight deadlines, ensuring brand tone and quality for episodic formats.

    • Partnered with creative and licensing teams to align on-air footage with digital extensions and platform distribution strategies.

Projects

  • teradyne

    Strategic Inventory Optimization – ASIC Forecasting at Teradyne

    Academic Projects
  • yelp

    Topic Modeling & Sentiment Analysis of Yelp Reviews

    Academic Projects
  • trader joes

    Customer Segmentation Strategy for Trader Joe’s Promotions

    Academic Projects
  • food waste

    Food Waste Detection using YOLOv8 and Multi-Label Image Classification

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    Contact

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