Leadership

Building communities that matter.

I believe the best communities are intentionally designed. Through founding a book club and planning wellness-focused events, I focus on creating simple, thoughtful spaces where people can show up, connect, and feel at ease.

Campus Leadership

Active roles in student organizations at UW-Madison.

Current

President & Founder

Badger Book Club

UW-Madison

Sept 2025 – Present

Founded and lead a student organization dedicated to exploring storytelling, branding, and the art of creative communication.

Key Contributions

  • Grew the organization to 20+ active members in the first semester
  • Recruited and lead a five-member Executive Board handling events, partnerships, and social media
  • Built the club's Instagram presence from zero, designing content that boosted engagement by 89%
  • Partner with university departments and local businesses to host themed reading events
  • Create discussion guides and facilitate conversations that connect literature to broader ideas, perspectives, and real-world themes.

Building a community of curious minds who see storytelling as a superpower for their careers.

LeadershipCommunity BuildingMarketingEvent Planning
Current

Social Chair

Badger Yogis

UW-Madison

Aug 2025 – Present

Leading wellness-focused community programming that brings together students for mindful experiences.

Key Contributions

  • Plan and promote creative wellness events like outdoor yoga sessions, yoga-and-journaling nights, and stress-relief flows during midterms.
  • Design marketing campaigns using Canva and event analytics, increasing participation by over 40%
  • Coordinate with other campus organizations to create inclusive, brand-aligned experiences
  • Develop social media content that balances wellness messaging with approachable, engaging tones

Making wellness accessible and fun for students who might not otherwise engage with yoga.

Event PlanningContent StrategyWellnessCollaboration
Women's Initiative

Saksham Sarathi

A podcast & community supporting women through evolving life stages

A platform that brings together mentors and experts with diverse perspectives to support women across different life stages through conversations, workshops, socials, and circles—acknowledging that each phase requires a different kind of support.

  • Developing brand identity and visual language for social media and workshops
  • Creating content for the podcast and community programming that resonates with women navigating career transitions, motherhood, and personal growth
  • Planning and promoting community events including socials, workshops, and support circles
  • Building growth strategies to expand reach and foster authentic community connections

The Mission

Saksham Sarathi creates spaces where women can share experiences, access resources, and support each other through life's transitions—from career changes to becoming empty nesters and everything in between.

My Role: Brand development, content creation, community strategy, and growth marketing.

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Organizations Founded/Led

20+

Active Members

89%

Engagement Growth

40%

Participation Increase