Rupesh Kumar

Led and contributed to diverse research projects, including a Consultancy Project (2023) and Project Consultant role at Alarcon SRMS, Dubai (2023).

Supervised 5 PhD theses to completion and 2 are ongoing, alongside over 50 MBA dissertations, fostering next-generation academic talent.

Served as a Member of the AACSB - AOL Analysis and Publication Reward Committee, actively shaping academic standards and recognition.

Published numerous research papers (totaling over 60 publications) and a patent, significantly contributing to global academic discourse and innovation.

Organized 7 international/national conferences and 13 workshops/seminars, enhancing knowledge exchange and professional development.

Contributed to the AACSB - AOL Analysis as a Member, ensuring high standards in business education.

Participated in the Publication Reward Committee, supporting and recognizing academic achievements within the university.

Engaged in various research and consultancy projects, including a significant Project Consultant role with Alarcon SRMS, Dubai, securing USD 13,250 in funding.

Mentored and supervised PhD students and MBA dissertations, fostering research capabilities among students.

Published impactful research papers and contributed to edited books, advancing knowledge in supply chain and information technology.

Served as Proctor for the School of Business (2020-2022) and NPS Ambassador (2019-2021), enhancing student welfare and institutional outreach.

Functioned as a Subject Matter Expert for PhD Students (2018-2025) and a Nominated Member for GDPI (2017-2022) and ODC (2019-2022), guiding advanced academic pursuits.

Co-Convener for multiple national and international conferences, including the Agro-Horticulture Supply Chain Conference (2018, 2019) and e-Logistikas (2020).

Led a Seed Project on “Economics of Improved Solid Waste Management” (2021-2022) for the Municipal Corporation of Uttarakhand, securing INR 1,10,000/-.

Delivered multiple workshops and FDPs on Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, and Power BI, impacting over 100 participants.

Co-Coordinated MBA LSCM courses and served as PIC (Placement Internship Coordinator) for MBA LSCM, improving student placement outcomes.

Organized the Program Committee Co-Chair at IIT Bombay, fostering inter-institutional collaboration.

Presented research on supply chain performance in the sugar industry at the 5th International Conference on Research trends in Engineering Applied Science and Management (2017).

Attended FDPs on Multi Criteria Decision Making (2018), enhancing expertise in complex decision-making processes.

Published research papers related to supply chain performance measurement and IT enablement in the sugar industry.

Managed and contributed to several GOI-funded projects focused on “Mechanization of Sugarcane Agriculture” (2014) and “Opportunities for Uttar Pradesh in association with Kenyan Sugar Factories” (2015).

Led awareness campaigns for “Safe Drinking Water and Sanitation in Chitrakoot” (2016) and “Lalitpur” (2017), improving public health outcomes.

Organized and participated in community services such as distributing old clothes, teaching children, and planting trees, directly benefiting local communities.

Implemented initiatives for safe drinking water, sanitation programs, and the construction of public toilets, enhancing community infrastructure.

Facilitated women's empowerment and awareness programs for farmers about bio-fertilizers, promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Awarded the Namaste India-EU Consortium International Fellowship, funded by the European Commission, for Post Doc research (2014-15).

Focused on Information Technology and Supply Chain, leveraging expertise gained from PhD studies at IIT Roorkee.

Collaborated with international researchers and institutions, expanding global academic networks.

Contributed to research projects that informed best practices in supply chain and IT management.

Engaged in academic visits and knowledge exchange, including the Sugar Expo and International Conference in Kenya (2013).

Participated in GOI-funded projects aimed at improving living conditions and sustainability in rural areas.

Supported community engagement activities, including visiting village schools to teach children and organizing food distribution to orphanages.

Contributed to awareness programs on sanitation and the construction of public toilets in rural villages.

Assisted in initiatives promoting women's empowerment and environmental sustainability through plantation drives.

Collaborated with local stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of community service programs.

Conducted research on IT improvements for sugar industry supply chain performance using regression analysis, published in STAI Proceedings (2013).

Organized the 43rd Annual Convention (2013) and the 2nd Sugar Expo and International Conference (2013), fostering industry collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Organized national workshops on “Strengthening The Agri Value Chain in India” (2013) and “Falling Recoveries in Northern Region of India” (2013).

Contributed to the organization of national workshops on “Energy Conservation and Management in Sugar Industry” (2013) and “Integrated and Cost Effective Mechanization Solutions for Sugarcane Value Chain” (2013).

Awarded the Noel Deerr Gold Medal for best paper by STAI, New Delhi (2013), recognizing research excellence.