Sonali Sharma

Background

About Sonali Sharma

In my role as Director of Strategy and Program Operations at Innovate BC, I lead organization-wide strategy execution, aligning strategic goals with operational initiatives to drive impact and performance. I also oversee Tech Adoption and Commercialization Program Delivery, enabling small businesses to innovate and grow by delivering impactful grant funding programs and stakeholder engagement initiatives. Previously, as Co-founder of Nugu Home, I led global expansion and strategic initiatives that empowered marginalized communities through sustainable micro-factories. My leadership resulted in high-paying jobs for over 150 artisans, earning recognition for impact-driven entrepreneurship. I am passionate about creating high-performance cultures by driving strategic transformations, fostering innovation, and cultivating inclusive leadership. My career journey reflects my commitment to leveraging strategic and operational excellence to deliver meaningful, sustainable impact. What I bring to the table: 1. Strategic Planning and Execution: Expert in utilizing strategic tools such as Strategy Maps, Balance Score Cards, Theory of Change & Logic Models to align organizational objectives with measurable outcomes, ensuring cohesive strategy implementation & communication. Operational Excellence and Program Delivery: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving continuous improvement through Design Thinking, Systems Thinking and Lean methodologies. Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership Development: Skilled in fostering robust relationships with diverse stakeholders, mentoring emerging leaders, and cultivating inclusive, high-performance cultures that prioritize collaboration and innovation. I am committed to leveraging my strategic and operational expertise to drive impactful change, focusing on sustainable growth, innovation, and community-driven outcomes. I aim to collaborate with forward-thinking organizations dedicated to creating value and fostering inclusive, high-performance environments.