Aparna Jhajharia

Aparna Jhajharia is an experienced professional with a strong background in partnerships, technology procurement, and strategy development. Currently serving as Director of Partnerships at Proxtera since January 2021, Aparna designs and implements digital trade processes aimed at connecting SME-centric platforms across Asia and Africa. Prior to this, a significant tenure at BHP included roles in global commercial functions, account management for major mining equipment suppliers, and category management for earthmoving tyres, where multi-billion dollar contracts were skillfully negotiated. Earlier positions include leading strategy and planning initiatives at Suzlon Group and contributing as a research analyst at the National Institute of Bank Management. Aparna holds an MA in Economics from Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, alongside a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Fergusson College and a Diploma in International Baccalaureate from Chinmaya International Residential School.