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Tanvi Kalakuntla

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Professional experience at Petfirst, specializing in market research, consumer psychology, and clinical insights. Strong foundation in human behavior and emotional regulation supports empathy-driven communication, ethical decision-making, and client-focused strategy. Skilled in trend analysis, data interpretation, and conflict resolution to enhance customer engagement and team performance. Experienced in crafting impactful content and optimizing social media through a psychologically informed lens.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern at Petfirst

Petfirst
03.2025 - Current
  • Pet First is a startup focused on providing organic, preservative-free, and nutritionist-formulated pet food tailored to meet the evolving dietary needs of dogs. Responsibilities: Conducted competitive research on the organic pet food market, analyzing industry trends, pricing strategies, and customer sentiment to support strategic positioning.

Social Media Marketing Intern

Luminous Academy
06.2024 - Current

Luminous Academy is an innovative EdTech startup dedicated to empowering students through AI-integrated, skill-based learning.

Responsibilities: Creating engaging and informative content for platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter), Monitoring trends in EdTech and AI to inform content tools like Canva, Meta Business Suite, and Google Analytics to optimize engagement and reach

Market Research Intern

USM Business Systems
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Identified, monitored, and analyzed emerging trends, competitive developments, and technological advancements in the AI consulting industry, providing actionable insights to guide strategic decision-making, client solutions, and market positioning.

Operations Assistant

Loyola Marymount University - Event Operations
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Sets up events across campus according to client’s specifications
  • Acts as a troubleshooter for events, as assigned.
  • Maintain and organize Event Services warehouse and other office and storage areas.
  • Attends area and all-staff meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Conference & Event Services management staff.

Clinical Psychology Intern

Asha Psychriatic Hosptial
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Observed clinical interviews, diagnostic assessments, and therapy sessions conducted by licensed psychologists and psychiatrists
  • Assisted with patient intake procedures, including gathering psychosocial history and presenting concerns under supervision
  • Maintained accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA standards

Cognitive Bias Lab Research Assistant

University of Cincinnati
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Supported a faculty-led study examining the influence of confirmation bias and framing effects on students’ academic and social decision-making
  • Recruited and scheduled over 30 participants through the university subject pool and managed informed consent process in compliance with IRB protocols

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
08-2022

International Baccalaureate -

Kodaikanal International School
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
05-2022

Skills

  • Research Design and Statistical Analysis
  • Data Interpretation (SPSS, Excel, R, etc)
  • Human Motivation & Decision-Making
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Consumer Psychology
  • Psychological Report Writing
  • Market Research & Competitive Analysis
  • Social Media Strategy & Analytics
  • Customer Behavior Analysis

Certification

  • Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience and Neuromarketing: University of Copenhagen - Via Coursera
  • Behavioral Finance : Duke University - Via Coursera
  • IBM Data Science: Via Coursera
  • MRS Certificate in Market Research
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – CITI Program
  • Clinical Research Certificate : University of London-

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Market Research Intern

USM Business Systems
05.2025 - 08.2025

Intern at Petfirst

Petfirst
03.2025 - Current

Operations Assistant

Loyola Marymount University - Event Operations
08.2024 - 05.2025

Social Media Marketing Intern

Luminous Academy
06.2024 - Current

Clinical Psychology Intern

Asha Psychriatic Hosptial
06.2024 - 08.2024

Cognitive Bias Lab Research Assistant

University of Cincinnati
01.2023 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Loyola Marymount University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Cincinnati

International Baccalaureate -

Kodaikanal International School