Prakhyat Wankhede

For the longest time, I thought my life would revolve around badminton courts.I spent years playing professionally, learning how to stay composed under pressure, keep showing up consistently, and lose without falling apart. But recurring injuries — and eventually realizing I couldn’t keep up with the sport forever — pushed me toward science… which somehow led me into the wonderfully chaotic world of JEE preparation.That phase changed me in a different way. It taught me endurance, structure, and how to keep functioning when things get uncomfortable for long periods of time.Today, I’m pursuing undergraduate studies in Oils, Oleochemicals and Surfactants Technology at the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, along with a minor in Management Sciences.While my academic foundation is technical, I’ve gradually become more curious about leadership, business, systems, and the human side of organizations.Through leadership roles, community initiatives, creative projects, and now my internship at L’Oréal, I’ve realized I naturally gravitate toward building, problem-solving, and environments that demand adaptability. I enjoy taking initiative, learning fast, and figuring things out as I go — even if that occasionally means learning things the hard way.Right now, I’m intentionally exploring different avenues within management and leadership instead of forcing myself into one rigid path too early.I’m especially interested in how technology, creativity, and human behavior come together to shape meaningful work and modern businesses.Still learning, still building, and still trying to enjoy the process as much as the milestones :)