Jesal Thakker
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On Purpose Associate, Challenge Works
She/Her
Jesal is an On Purpose Associate at Challenge Works.
Jesal has worked across India, America, Africa and UK in technology, wellness and hospitality. Her professional experience has been varied – from launching mobile internet in Africa and leading strategic technology partnerships for a global telecommunications giant to working as a head chef. She has also set up and managed her own hospitality business, explored low-intervention winemaking and launched her own natural wine brand. She holds a degree in Economics and Mathematics and a Master's in International Business. Outside of work, she enjoys long distance running, learning about wine and collecting toy cameras.
