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Ketan Gardner

Sudbury,Massachusetts

Summary

I am a former student-athlete and college student studying Nutrition and Food Sciences, interested in opportunities at the intersection of food technology and entrepreneurship.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

BarVenture
New York, NY
01.2026 - Current
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and inform business strategies.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Secured early partnerships
  • Networked with potential businesses and customers to drive sales opportunities and contacts.

Brand Ambassador

Bucked Up
New York, NY
08.2023 - Current
  • Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
  • Ensured accurate representation of the brand by maintaining consistent messaging and visuals across all promotional materials and presentations.

Chemical Engineering Intern

VitaKey
Durham, NC
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in conducting experiments to analyze chemical properties and reactions.
  • Supported development of formulations for various product applications.
  • Documented experimental procedures and results for regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted experiments for the development of new products, resulting in successful prototypes.

Event Coordinator Intern

BRANCHFOOD
Boston, MA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supported marketing efforts through social media promotion and outreach initiatives for event attendance.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop event schedules and timelines, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Provided on-site support during events, addressing issues promptly to ensure smooth operations.
  • Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences and meetings.

Root Crew

The Food Project
Boston, MA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supported training of new crew members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Studies

New York University
New York (City), NY
05-2028

Minor - Social Entrepreneurship

New York University
New York (City), NY
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Concord Academy
Concord, MA
05-2024

Skills

  • Team leadership qualities
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Product demonstration
  • Product research
  • Data analysis
  • Formulation development

Timeline

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

BarVenture
01.2026 - Current

Chemical Engineering Intern

VitaKey
09.2024 - 12.2024

Brand Ambassador

Bucked Up
08.2023 - Current

Event Coordinator Intern

BRANCHFOOD
06.2023 - 08.2023

Root Crew

The Food Project
06.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Concord Academy

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Studies

New York University

Minor - Social Entrepreneurship

New York University
Ketan Gardner