D. Gargi

About D. Gargi

Marketing Psychologist | Educator | Learning Architect | Industry–Academia IntegratorWith a PhD in Marketing Psychology and over 15 years of experience across industry and academia, I explore the intersection of consumer behavior, branding, and education.Today, as Assistant Professor – Marketing, I teach Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, and Fashion Marketing, blending research with real-world market dynamics. My classroom philosophy is simple — theory must translate into clarity, confidence, and career readiness.From leading hospitality operations at ITC Hotels to heading skill development centres under DTTE, GNCTD, my journey has been anchored in leadership, learning, and systems-building.I am passionate about:• Storytelling as pedagogy• Design-centric business education• Sustainable and ethical branding• Bridging industry and academia2X LinkedIn Top Voice | Researcher | MentorEducation should not just inform — it should transform.

Experience

1. Professor of Practice

   JECRC University

   Nov 2022 — Present

   Member for Board of Studies • Developed engaging course materials that bridge theory and practice. • Fostered a collaborative learning environment to enhance student engagement.

Education

• Indira Gandhi National Open University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

  2013 — 2015

• Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology

  PhD, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

• Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology( Affiliated to NCHMCT) ,Gwalior

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Hospitality Administration/Management

  2006 — 2009

• Welcomgroup Management Institue

  WMI Graduate, Hospitality Administration/Management

  2009 — 2011