Ashish Yadav is a seasoned development professional with over 13 years of experience in program implementation, proposal development, team coordination, and strategic planning. He holds an MBA in Marketing and has worked across diverse sectors including Health, Nutrition, Livelihoods (both farm and non-farm), and Education.
Ashish has collaborated with leading institutions such as UPSRLM, RGMVP, and SPARC-India, contributing to key initiatives in women’s empowerment, RMNCHA+ health advocacy, nutrition product marketing, and disability rights. His work has been supported by central and state governments, as well as renowned philanthropic organizations including Tata Trusts, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), and the Department for International Development (DFID).
He brings strong expertise in community mobilization, capacity building, and livelihood promotion. Ashish has effectively coordinated with key stakeholders such as NABARD, MNREGA, the Rural Development Department, Panchayati Raj, UPNEDA, UPPCL, and various line departments to bridge government schemes with community needs, ensuring impactful grassroots implementation. Passionate about inclusive development, he plays a crucial role in driving social and economic change from the village level to the state level.