I’m a Strategy & M&A professional with 7+ years of experience across management consulting, Deals Advisory and Corporate Development, currently working as a Manager at EY-Parthenon. Over the course of my career, I’ve worked on cross-border M&A and strategy engagements for global and private equity clients, with experience spanning transaction strategy, standalone and stranded cost modelling, operating model assessments, post-merger integration, separation, and Day 1/Day 100 readiness. I hold an MBA in Finance from IIM Lucknow and a B.Tech, and I’m also CFA Level II certified. Through Topmate, I want to share practical, experience-driven guidance with professionals and MBA candidates looking to break into consulting, navigate career transitions, strengthen their resumes, prepare for consulting interviews, or build a career in Strategy and M&A. My approach is simple: practical advice, honest feedback, and actionable next steps — without the generic career jargon.