David Raj S

Manager Academic Relations @TheSmartBridge

Hyderabad, IN

As Manager – Academic Relations, I lead the strategic engagement of academic institutions to implement globally recognized certification programs such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, AWS, and MongoDB. My role is centered around bridging the skills gap between academia and industry by equipping students with in-demand technical credentials.Key Responsibilities:Collaborating with colleges and universities to introduce and integrate leading certification programs into academic curricula.Organizing and delivering seminars, workshops, and awareness sessions to promote digital literacy and career readiness among students.Building long-term academic partnerships to expand access to high-impact tech education and certification.Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless program execution, faculty enablement, and student engagement.Driving adoption of certification pathways that enhance employability and align with evolving industry requirements.Through targeted academic outreach and on-campus engagements, I help institutions create future-ready graduates who are well-prepared for success in the global technology ecosystem.