Chitra Paradkar is an experienced professional whose love for art brought her to the creative sector wherein she has acquired over 15 years of experience working with corporate enterprises and NGOs. Prior to joining Aastrika, she has worked with DWARAKA((Development of Women And Rural Artisans in Kalamkari Art), assisting their rebranding while keeping in mind the needs of the artisans involved in the art. She has displayed acumen in strategic design and planning business, programme management capabilities, commercial acumen, stakeholder management, and organisational skills. Her passion for design led her to establish her own space called Nine Dots Design Studio. Chitra has completed her Bachelor’s in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore.