MY BACKGROUND

I've called Lexington home for the past 15 years, where I live with my husband, Ajay, a software consultant, and our son, Ishan, who is currently a senior in college. Ishan has gone through the entire Lexington public school system, from elementary school all the way through high school.

As a 15-year resident and parent of a child who has attended Lexington's public schools from elementary through high school, I have been actively involved and deeply committed to  our town, taking on various roles including President of the High School PTO, Chair of the Town Meeting Members’ Association, and member of  the Town Manager Search Screening Committee. I served on the Board of the Lexington Education Foundation and am currently in my third term as a Town Meeting Member. I have also played an active role in energizing and empowering people in the community to get involved in town government so that decisions are truly by and for the residents. I understand how our local government operates and I have built valued relationships with town staff, volunteers, and fellow residents.

Professionally, I’ve spent nearly 30 years as a management consultant and business leader, with the past two decades focusing on the Banking and Capital Markets sector. My work is centered around helping companies improve their financial performance and operational efficiency. Its been an incredibly rewarding journey and  has honed my ability to analyze complex issues, balance data with the real-life needs of individuals, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders, often with competing ideas and perspectives.

Outside of work, I love to cook and host friends at home—nothing beats good food and great company. Singing has always been a passion of mine, though it’s something I haven’t had as much time for lately. I’m hoping to reconnect with it and make it a bigger part of my life again.

We face significant decisions in the coming years, particularly around large capital projects like the new high school. How we prioritize, fund, and execute these initiatives will shape the future of Lexington and reflect our values as a community. 

I am confident that my experience, knowledge, and relationships equip me to address these issues and to help ensure that Lexington remains a vibrant and sustainable community for all its residents. I hope to earn your support and your vote for Select Board on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Additional information: Highlighted in Lexington Minuteman article “Lexington woman honored by India New England News” By Heather B. Doyle, 05-18-2018

VOLUNTEERING ROLES IN TOWN

Family is the community you create for yourself, no matter where you live. This is a lesson I learned early on, having left the comforts of home at a young age and lived in many cities and countries before settling in Lexington. Since making Lexington my home, I have embraced this sense of community and contributed in a variety of ways. Here are the key volunteering roles I have played  in our town.

Town Meeting Member (TMM) since 2017 (Due to redistricting, I have been elected in both Precincts 3 and 9 (where I currently serve)
Chair, Town Meeting Member Association (TMMA) 2021-2023 - During and after the pandemic, worked closely with the Town Moderator and the Town staff to support the planning process and TMMs’ preparation for Town Meeting through remote information sessions, helping advance the transition to an online system- making warrant information and supporting material available on town website and finding creative solutions in lieu of bus tours. Organized the first DEI session for Town Meeting Members in 2022. 

LHS PTO President: 2019-2021 
Lexington Education Foundation (LEF) Board member: 2016-2019Annual volunteer facilitator at MLK Day Community Conversation on Race (organized by Lexington Human Rights Committee):2019-2024
Core team member of Article 8- Dismantle Systemic Racism (passed by unanimous vote at Town Meeting in STM 2022)
Served on Town Manager Search Screening Committee: 2018 and 2024 

President of IGIG (Indian Americans Getting Involved Group): 2020-2022- Championing civic engagement and collaboration in town since 2017, with collective group efforts resulting in new community members signing up for voluntary roles in town like Town Meeting Member, School Committee, Appropriation Committee and other boards and committees. Organized candidate forums every year, in partnership with other groups in town.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
30 years’ experience as management consultant and business leader helping companies with financial performance and operational excellence. Over the last two decades, focused in the Banking and Financial services sector. I also advise start-ups and Fintechs on business growth and financial performance strategies.

Key recent roles held-
Vice President and Global Head of Banking, Capital Markets and Insurance Business at Hitachi Digital Services
Associate Vice President and Portfolio Head- Capital Markets unit at Infosys 
Global Head of Capital Markets Business Development and Client Management at Wipro 
Business Unit Head- Buyside Capital Markets at Headstrong (later Genpact) 