🎓 Informatics + Business & HCI/Design, Indiana University Bloomington

Manas Dasari

Tech consultant and analyst translating data, design, and business needs into impactful results.

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About

I focus on simplifying complex systems and creating clear outcomes across technology consulting, data storytelling, and user-centered design. Recent work includes logistics simulations, public-sector UX research, and product strategy for AR/VR experiences. I thrive in collaborative, high-stakes environments and deliver with empathy, structure, and speed.

Inventory optimization UX research Data visualization Product strategy
Consulting Projects (Completed)

ERPsim Sustainability Simulation

Tournament of Champions Finalist · Spring 2024
Stock Manager
Tableau · Excel · ERPsim
  • Drove inventory and logistics strategy that placed 3rd among top-performing peer teams.
  • Built real-time Tableau dashboards to monitor stock levels, shipment schedules, and sustainability KPIs.
  • Improved simulated valuation to $2M through financial modeling and benchmark analysis.
  • Delivered executive-ready recommendations to EY Technology Consultants under timed conditions.

Monroe County Fairgrounds Redesign

Community UX Research & Strategy · Fall 2023
Technology Consultant
Accessibility · Journey Mapping
  • Evaluated digital touchpoints for local government event and rental workflows.
  • Conducted user research, pain-point analysis, and workflow mapping for accessibility and efficiency.
  • Aligned redesign recommendations with inclusivity, usability, and public engagement goals.

Luddy Consulting Association x MSIS Case

Product Innovation with AR/VR · 2023
Tech Consultant
Design Thinking
  • Proposed AR/VR features for Snapchat to balance innovation with adoption and safety.
  • Used business modeling to validate feasibility and value for new immersive experiences.
Software Projects (Completed)

Bill’s Breakfast Ordering System

Full-Stack Web · 2024
Flask · MariaDB
Python
  • Migrated backend data from CSV files to MariaDB to increase integrity and scalability.
  • Built a production-style checkout flow with real-time business logic and risk controls.

Python Encryption Tool

Fraud Prevention Simulation · 2023
Security
Python
  • Developed a modular encryption/decryption toolkit for fraud detection scenarios.
  • Stress-tested data resilience across varied inputs to validate secure integrations.
Professional Experience (Past)

Undergraduate Mentor, Introduction to Informatics

Indiana University · Aug 2024 – Dec 2024
  • Mentored 40+ students on foundational coding, UI tools, and career development.
  • Led weekly labs and review sessions that improved success and retention in tech courses.

Teaching Assistant Intern, EDUC-X158

Indiana University · Jan 2025 – May 2025
  • Coached students on academic probation through reflection, habit-building, and structured planning.
  • Facilitated workshops on time management, organization, and motivation in a peer-led setting.

Sales Associate, Hollister

Indianapolis, IN · Summer 2024
  • Delivered customer-first service and boosted sales by aligning product fit with user needs.
  • Managed inventory and store operations in a fast-paced retail environment.
Leadership & Involvement (Past)

Director of Internal Relations, charity: water at IU

2023 – 2024
  • Raised over $20K for clean water through cross-functional fundraising campaigns.
  • Built partner outreach processes and streamlined volunteer coordination.

Congressman, IU Student Government

2023
  • Helped allocate $200K in funding and passed legislation supporting student needs.

Member, Luddy Consulting Association & IU Run Club

2023 – 2024
  • Participated in tech case competitions, consulting workshops, and community wellness events.
Skills & Tools
Python Flask SQL MariaDB Tableau Figma Excel HTML/CSS Git SAP Data Analysis Business Analytics Project Management UX Research Public Speaking Team Leadership