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Bhishma Karia

Financial Research
Navi Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Morningstar India, adept in financial acumen and people management. Excelled in enhancing data accuracy by establishing quality processes, leading a team of 10 to deliver insightful data research. Demonstrated excellence in analytical thinking and teamwork, significantly contributing to informed decision-making and operational improvements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Associate Team Lead

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
  • • Lead and manage a team of 10 data associates to execute data research projects from conception
  • to delivery, including data gathering, data cleaning, and data visualization.
  • • Develop data strategies and roadmaps for various data research projects, ensuring alignment with
  • business objectives.
  • • Present multiple reports and actionable insights to stakeholders in the United States, leading to
  • improved decision-making by conducting data analysis and creating insightful visualizations.
  • • Establish data quality assurance processes and implement data governance policies, improving data
  • accuracy and consistency.
  • • Mentor and coach team members, providing feedback, training, and support to enhance their skills
  • and abilities. Also, conduct monthly 1:1 sessions with every data associate.
  • • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data integration and improve data processes.
  • • Manage daily workflow for associates according to the client's priority.

Quality Assurance Specialist

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 06.2024

• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data across various databases and systems.
• Develop and implement data quality checks and controls to ensure the accuracy and completeness
of data.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of data to identify any issues or inconsistencies.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to data quality processes and procedures.

Senior Research Associate

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022

All the responsibilities of a Research Associate along with -
• Conduct shadow sessions for new joiners and provide them feedback for efficiency.
• Provide floor support to researchers and resolve complex issues effectively and efficiently.
• Work on data hygiene projects to improve data accuracy and integrity.

Research Associate

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
03.2020 - 12.2021

• Track transactions across the entire private investment life cycle including Venture Capital, Private
Equity, Mergers and Acquisitions, PIPE, Debt, and IPO.
• Read and processes volumes of data and picks out relevant information from news, regulatory
filings, and websites to collect key data points on financing rounds, company management,
financials, service providers, etc., and enter those into a web-based tool.
• Discover emerging companies, conduct research on potential investment opportunities, and gain a
competitive edge in investment decision-making and negotiations.

Executive - Client Advisory Group

SBICAP Securities
06.2018 - 01.2020

● Communicate trading calls and investing Ideas to customers

● Generate brokerage and volume.

● Trade on behalf of clients, keep them informed about rates, research information and market outlook, order & trade details, and confirmations

● Cross-sell third-party products (Life Insurance & Mutual funds).

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University
Mumbai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

    Financial acumen

    Analytical thinking

    People management

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Problem-solving

    Quality improvement

    Attention to detail

Accomplishments

    Star Of the Quarter Q3 2022

    QA of the Quarter Q1 2024

Certification

NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certification Examination

Timeline

Associate Team Lead

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current

Quality Assurance Specialist

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 06.2024

Senior Research Associate

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022

Research Associate

Morningstar India Pvt Ltd
03.2020 - 12.2021

Executive - Client Advisory Group

SBICAP Securities
06.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University
04.2001 -

NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certification Examination

NISM-Series-XII: Securities Market Foundation Certification

NISM-Series-V-A: Mutual Fund Distributor

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