CONSULTING & Freelancing SERVICES
Shalin is always on the lookout for opportunities to help organizations and individuals learn, grow, solve problems and maximize their impact.
In 2015, Shalin founded Jyotishi and Associates LLC, a professional advisory and consulting firm operating globally that provides a wide array of services geared towards leaders from higher education, economic and workforce development, public interest technology, technology, and U.S. public policy related to the workforce or science, technology, and innovation.
Shalin and his team help companies, colleges, non-profits, philanthropies, media outlets, and individuals with a variety of services including research and analysis; workshop design and facilitation; end-to-end strategy development and execution; tool development; community of practice and ecosystem building; grant program management; fundraising; landscape analyses; digital audience strategy; storytelling; advocacy; coaching; and change management. No matter how large or small the project may be, contact Shalin to set up a time to discuss your strategic needs and interests.
Note: Consulting projects are undertaken separately from full-time roles at New America and World Economic Forum.
Highlighted Projects:
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Research and analysis to support a 10-year evaluation of the foundation’s grantmaking program focused on the energy, climate, and environment portfolio.
American Association for the Advancement of Science: Led follow-up to AAAS report, Connecting Scientists to Policy Around the World by overseeing the successful execution and development of a global database of engagement mechanisms to empower STEM professionals’ participation in the policy-making process at all levels of government.
Innovation Associates: Conducted research and analysis in innovation policy for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, and other private and public-sector organizations.
International Monetary Fund: Designed and facilitated a workshop to promote entrepreneurial thinking and “intrapreneurship” within the IMF community.
New America: Managed the delivery of a learning academy and policy implementation sprint process for a cohort of community colleges seeking workforce excellence.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Additional testimonials and endorsements can be found on LinkedIn.
“Shalin was extremely helpful in contributing to a review and evaluation project. His work was detailed, thorough, and thoughtful, helping to make sense of complex information. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking support on research, evaluation, or other related efforts!”
“Shalin is knowledgeable in science and technology policy, workforce, and university economic impact, has a wide network of high-level professional contacts, and is one of the most energetic, dedicated young professionals that I know. Shalin is a tremendous asset to any organization and a rising star.”
“Shalin did an amazing job delivering concepts and engaging participants of different ages, backgrounds, and expertise. Most importantly he had a warm, relatable, and encouraging personality with fantastic energy.”