Anupama is a seasoned grants management and financial planning leader with over 15 years of international experience spanning higher education, healthcare, technology, and the financial sector. She brings a proven track record of securing, stewarding, and optimizing diverse funding streams to support ambitious, high-impact programs across India.

Anupama’s expertise covers the full grants lifecycle, from developing compelling funding proposals and robust budgets to overseeing post-award administration, compliance, and reporting for complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Her recent leadership roles as Grants Manager at the University of Pennsylvania and Manager of Finance at Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, demonstrate her ability to manage portfolios of US federal grants, industry clinical trials, and philanthropic gifts, while ensuring rigorous adherence to sponsor guidelines, statutory requirements, and the highest standards of accountability.

Known for critical thinking, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, Anupama has successfully led financial planning and analysis for research portfolios, developed financial dashboards and forecasting tools, and advised senior management on revenue growth, cost optimization, and risk mitigation. She has extensive experience in audit, statutory compliance, and internal controls, and is recognized for her ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders at all levels.

Anuparma is a Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and holds a Master’s in Organizational Dynamics (Leadership Management) from the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA in Finance from Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, and a B.Com in Finance from Mount Carmel College, Bangalore. She is also certified in investment banking and financial modeling.

At Project Yananai, Anupama leads the national strategy for funding cultivation, grant compliance, and resource management—ensuring every rupee entrusted to the mission produces measurable, sustainable impact. Her cross-sectoral insight, analytical rigor, and commitment to excellence empower Project Yananai to scale its vision and deliver transformative change for communities across India.