Nikita R.

Nikita R. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategy and growth, currently serving as Sr. Director of Strategy & Growth at Yahoo since September 2021, following roles as Director and Sr. Manager in the same department. Prior to Yahoo, Nikita held positions at Verizon as Sr. Strategy Manager and Strategy Manager, and at BT as a Solution Sales Specialist, where notable achievements included exceeding sales targets by 120% within eight months. Nikita also completed BT's Business Management Leadership Development Program, which involved assignments across various business functions to support digital transformation initiatives. Notable contributions include participation in the iGEM Competition, earning a Bronze Medal at the MIT World’s Jamboree and receiving the John Parker Fellowship and GenScript Gold Prize in multiple years. Nikita holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.