Das Antoni

Activist
DISC Type : Cd

Head of Alumni Relations, Incubation & Acceleration at Azim Premji University

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Das Antoni leads Alumni Relations, Incubation & Acceleration at Azim Premji University. After five years as an MNC developer, he pivoted to the social sector, leveraging his Masters in Development. Colleagues describe him as compassionate, determined, and a skilled program manager with a strong commitment to building collaborations.

Outside of his official role, Das is a founder and board member of a volunteer-based non-profit organization. His career reflects a deep passion for the development sector and creating social impact. He is often inspired by and shares stories of human resilience and overcoming significant personal adversity.

He won an award from Indias Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for a project on low-cost energy production.

Personality Overview

Value Conscious

Meticulous

Observative

They respond well to confident salespeople.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Topics They Care About

Alumni Engagement
His role focuses on building a strong alumni network at Azim Premji University. He frequently shares and celebrates the achievements of university alumni in his feed.
Social Sector Careers
He personally transitioned from a corporate developer role to the social sector and now helps students and alumni bridge talent with opportunities in development.
Youth Development
Previously worked as a Senior Program Manager focusing on Early Childhood Care, Education, and various youth programs at the non-profit Makkala Jagriti.

Media Appearances

Career in Social Development Sector: A Path to Making a Difference. Featured in Azim Premji University – Alumni Portal

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Work History

10-2025
Head of Alumni Relations, Incubation & Acceleration at Azim Premji University
10-2024 - 10-2025
Head of Placements and Alumni Office at Azim Premji University
10-2021 - 10-2024
Outreach Officer, Placement Office at Azim Premji University
10-2020 - 10-2021
Senior Program Manager at Makkala Jagriti
5-2017 - 10-2020
Manager, Programmes at Makkala Jagriti

Education

2015 - 2017
Master's degree from Azim Premji University
2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Tech.) from Pondicherry University

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Exp : 11 Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Alumni Relations, Incubation & Acceleration at Azim Premji University
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Insights For Selling To Das

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Make sure that they have the necessary authority, they could present false stature sometimes
  • Make sure that you you respond to any queries from them quickly
  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization

DONT's

  • Do not give up if they are not convinced, try again with a different approach
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Refrain from asking too many questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Das is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Das

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Das move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Das take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Das

Personality Compatibility


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