Saira Suchdeva

About Saira Suchdeva

I work at the intersection of investment strategy, cultural capital, and entrepreneurship with a focus on unlocking the value of undervalued Indian Modern and Senior Contemporary art assets.Collecting and studying art has evolved from a personal passion into a core part of my professional thesis. I believe Indian art is one of the most compelling long-term asset classes today; one that blends emotional resonance with enduring financial value.This belief led to the creation of Kalakaar, an intimate art salon in New Delhi that reimagines how Indian art is experienced, understood, and collected. At Kalakaar, we place works from across time in conversation, offering collectors and first-time buyers a space to slow down, learn, and build thoughtful and lasting art legacies.Previously, I worked in the CEO’s Office and AI Labs at Shiprocket, shaping key product and strategic initiatives. Before that, I helped build, grow, and scale ShipBob’s Warehouse Management System (WMS), ShipBob’s full-stack SaaS solution for fulfillment and warehouse operations managing the product lifecycle from inception through rollout across global markets.De-coding complex problems and crafting elegant, innovative solutions is where I thrive, especially in fast-moving, high-growth environments.Earlier in my career, I worked at Trafigura, where I led and managed a 9-member cross-functional logistics and supply team across Africa, overseeing sourcing, storage, financing, and delivery of petroleum products. I strategically managed client portfolios across Europe, Russia, and West Africa on projects valued at over $300M, with direct bottom-line impact.I am focused on:• Building intentional systems• Making informed, long-horizon decisions• Creating value in overlooked spacesI hold a Bachelor’s degree with Honours in Economics from the University of Delhi, and an MBA (STEM) focused on Machine Learning, Business Analytics & Entrepreneurship from Babson College, the #1 school globally for entrepreneurship.

Experience

1. Co-founder

   Kalakaar Art Salon

   Jan 2025 — Present · New Delhi, IN

   Kalakaar is an intimate art salon that places Indian art in dialogue across time; from temple traditions and miniatures to modern and contemporary masters.1. Curate and shape exhibition programs exploring devotional, philosophical, and cultural themes2. Advise emerging and seasoned collectors on art acquisition strategy, provenance, and long-term portfolio value3. Build institutional and private collection networks4. Lead brand narrative, partnerships, and salon programming

Education

• Delhi University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with honors, Economics

  2012 — 2015

• Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2019 — 2021

• Delhi Public School - R. K. Puram

  Central Board of Secondary Education, Economics, Maths, Accountancy, Business Studies , English

  2006 — 2012

Skills

• Communication
• Econometrics
• Vessel Operations
• Data Analysis
• Market Research
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Management
• Commodity Markets
• Team Management
• Classical Ballet