Upasana Sharma
With nearly three decades of rich and eclectic experience spanning diverse fields, Upasana Sharma brings a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and executional excellence to her role as Executive Director at TiE Delhi-NCR. Over the last 15 years at TiE, she has been at the forefront of shaping the region’s entrepreneurial narrative—curating high-impact programs, leading partnerships, and catalyzing growth for startups across sectors. Upasana is deeply committed to enabling entrepreneurship as a lever for inclusive, sustainable development. A passionate learner and systems thinker, she offers a nuanced understanding of the socio-economic and developmental landscape in India. Her ability to spot trends and translate them into actionable opportunities has made her a trusted ecosystem builder and a go-to connector for founders, investors, corporates, and policymakers.
Known for her strong communication skills and people-first leadership style, Upasana has successfully nurtured stakeholder relationships and driven collaborative growth across the startup ecosystem. She is a vocal advocate for gender equity, sustainability, and holistic progress, and brings empathy and energy to every initiative she leads. Whether curating marquee events, managing complex partnerships, or mentoring young talent, Upasana blends analytical rigour with creative agility. Always driven by purpose, integrity, and the desire to create meaningful impact.