Agraja Magesh

MSc Management, 2018

I am from the MSc Management program at WBS.

I run the new product division (right hand of the CEO) at Lonestar Industries, India's largest Metal Expansion Joint manufacturer. I am also pursuing my Doctorate in Industrial Engineering Technology at Purdue University. With my study, I hope to help contribute to the manufacturing space in India and aid small and medium enterprises in the country. During the pandemic, I was able to help aid the families of our female and male employees equally. I hope to make this EPC/ manufacturing space more inclusive and safe for all.

My favourite memory from WBS:

When I got a job in the UK, at a time when getting a job for non-citizens was incredibly difficult, my career counsellor told me," Take the job if it gives you satisfaction. I know this is a tempting offer, but if you can help change the world in a small way, shouldn't you take a shot at that?". I cherish her words even today and hope I am living up to that.

I most miss having such insightful conversations with different people and of course, the wine!