Harshvardhan
Joshi.

Hi, I'm Harsh — 25, based in Dubai, UAE, working in the international shipping and maritime industry. Before moving to the Middle East, I spent several years in the United States, where I built my academic foundation and began my professional journey. Having called three countries home across 25 years, I'm deeply fascinated by different cultures, people, and traditions. I love to travel, explore new cuisines, and I'm a passionate Formula 1 fan — sport in general is close to my heart. Whether we share interests or not, I'd love to connect!

📍 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

🏠 Mumbai, India

✉️ harshvardhanjoshi23@gmail.com

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About me

Beyond the desk.

When I'm not at work, you'll find me talking about race weekends, a new restaurant I stumbled upon, or a song I just discovered. Sometimes it's a fresh perspective on something I never thought twice about — and lately, the world of mechanical watches has caught my eye too. Here's a little of what makes me, me.

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Formula 1 ⭐

An avid F1 fan through and through. My heart belongs to the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team — there's something about the Silver Arrows that never gets old. Race weekends are non-negotiable.

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Karting

Inspired by F1, I took it to the track myself. Karting is my way of feeling the rush up close — there's nothing quite like the adrenaline of pushing a kart to its limit on a twisty circuit.

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Reading

Recently picked up reading and I'm hooked. My first book of choice: How Countries Go Broke by Ray Dalio — a fascinating lens on global economics and financial cycles.

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Music

Music is always on. My go-to genres are Pop, Hip-Hop, and Bollywood — each one for a different mood, whether I'm working, commuting, or winding down.

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Long Walks

Some of my best ideas have come on a long walk. Stepping away from the desk and moving clears the mind in a way nothing else does — it's my personal space for reflection and brainstorming.

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Nature

Nature keeps me grounded. Whether it's a mountain trail, a quiet park, or a view of the ocean — I find genuine peace in the outdoors and feel a deep responsibility to protect it.

Work experience

Where I've made an impact.

Ceekay Shipping

📍 Dubai, UAE

Inside Sales Executive — Key Accounts

Current

Manage a portfolio of key accounts, driving 15% year-on-year growth in cargo volumes through proactive relationship management and tailored solutions.
Onboarded strategic intra-Gulf project shipments from major EPC companies, expanding the firm's presence in the project cargo segment.
Developed and implemented standardised SOPs for key clients across global offices, ensuring consistent and streamlined shipment execution.
Partnered with feeder vessel operators to negotiate competitive freight rates on behalf of clients, optimising cost efficiency across trade lanes.
Designed efficient load plans for Out of Gauge and Breakbulk cargo, overseeing end-to-end shipment execution from planning through delivery.

Eagle Trans Shipping and Logistics

📍 Hoboken, NJ, USA

Operations Coordinator · Full Time

June 2022 – May 2024

Led the expansion of a successful swap program with leasing companies, resulting in over 30% cost reduction.
Collaborated with headquarters to forecast equipment needs, balance inventory across 15 locations, and boost operational efficiency by 20%.
Worked with cross-functional teams to implement a network optimisation plan, cutting costs by 15% through strategic lane changes and volume-based negotiations.
Managed ocean shipment documentation, including accurate handling of Bills of Lading and critical correspondence.
Partnered with top 5 global shipping leaders to schedule monthly shipments for over 25 clients.

Alma Mater.

University of Maryland,
Robert H. Smith School of Business

Master of Science, Business Management

📍 College Park, Maryland

Class of 2025

Terrapin Scholar

University of Massachusetts Amherst,
College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Bachelor of Science, Managerial Economics

📍 Amherst, Massachusetts

Class of 2022

Dean's List Honors

Chancellor's Award

Resource Economics Society

Leadership & Volunteering

Giving back & leading forward.

University of Massachusetts House Council

📍 Amherst, MA, USA

Treasurer, Gorman Wheeler Cluster

September 2018 – May 2019

Managed a budget exceeding $15,000 to support student initiatives and facilitate weekly floor meetings with over 50 residents.
Collaborated with Residential Directors and the Student Government to enhance community engagement across the Central Residential Area.
Assisted event coordinators in organising over 10 events for the Gorman-Wheeler cluster, increasing participation by 25%.
Spearheaded the planning and execution of community-building programs, fostering collaboration among 8 peer mentors and residential assistants.

Rotary International

📍 Navi Mumbai, India

Senior Volunteer

May 2016 – April 2018

Contributed over 200 hours of community service, including active participation in the polio vaccination program in Uran City and awareness rallies for the 'Save the Girl Child' campaign.
Engaged in self-development and career guidance camps, providing support and mentorship to empower individuals and promote personal growth.