Mehul Sonavane

About Mehul Sonavane

I work at the intersection of education, industry, and employability.With 13+ years of leadership experience across EdTech, academic partnerships, revenue growth, and career services, I have built and scaled institution-led growth models that drive strategic collaborations, measurable student outcomes, and sustainable revenue expansion.I have led and advised academic alliances and employability initiatives in collaboration with schools, colleges, universities, government bodies, and industry partners. My work aligns closely with NEP 2020, experiential learning frameworks, and industry-integrated career pathways designed to move students from learning to earning.As Co-Founder & Education Mentor at CareerBridge Solutions, I help institutions design and implement structured career readiness ecosystems including placement strategy, faculty development, industry engagement, and skill-based program integration.I have mentored students and 100+ educators, and contributed to national-level initiatives in collaboration with AISPCPA, Maharashtra Member – RSG, and NHRWA.I am known for combining strategic vision with strong execution, building high-performing teams, scaling partnerships across regions, and converting institutional relationships into long-term impact.Core Leadership Areas:• Academic & Industry Partnerships• Revenue Growth & Sales Leadership• Career Services & Employability Strategy• NEP 2020 & Experiential Learning Integration• Institutional Alliances & MoUs• Team Building & MentorshipOpen to Director, Head, or AVP-level leadership roles where I can contribute to scaling partnerships, impact, and organizational growth across education, EdTech, consulting, and allied sectors.Let’s connect if you’re building something meaningful in this space.

Experience

1. Co-founder & Education Mentor

   Careerbridge Solutions

   Sep 2024 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   As the Co-Founder & Education Mentor at CareerBridge Solutions, I lead our mission to bridge the gap between education and employment by designing and implementing NEP 2020-aligned programs for students and institutions across India.I work directly with schools, colleges, and universities to develop and deliver:Career Readiness Programs (for UG/PG students)Virtual & In-Campus InternshipsExperiential Project-Based Learning ModulesFaculty Development & Skilling WorkshopsCareer Counseling for Grades 8–12 (NEP-aligned)Global Certification Programs with Placement SupportThrough strategic institutional collaborations, I’ve helped CareerBridge Solutions empower students and partnered with 150+ institutions nationwide. My focus is on real-world exposure, industry-relevant skills, and enabling career clarity from school to graduation. Key Achievements:Established partnerships with top institutions and national education bodiesRolled out experiential career counselling initiatives across schools and collegesSpearheaded internship programs with placement-linked outcomesContributed to NEP 2020 awareness and implementation at the ground levelWe are proud to be a growing platform that supports India’s evolving education landscape with an industry-driven, student-first approach.

Education

• Mumbai University Mumbai

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Business/Commerce, General

• IIMS INSTITUTE LIMITED

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General