Riva Mehta
Currently pursuing my IB Diploma at Kanakia International School, I've achieved strong academic performance in Economics, Global Politics, and English Literature. My research collaboration with IJFMR has deepened my understanding of economic policy. Through internships at innovative startups like EleaTek and paid work roles at The Moleculez and Elementz India, I've gained valuable industry experience. I've founded sustainability initiatives like EcoElevate and developed ItsClean, a data-driven platform for crowdsourcing restroom feedback.
"I create things that fix what I can't ignore."
Interests
Reading contemporary literature, learning new languages, exploring new genres of music, cooking, perfumery and networking
Languages
Fluent in Gujarati, Hindi, English and French. Partially fluent in Spanish (DELE A2) and Mandarin (HSK 3)
Making a Better World
Innovation & Impact Through Technology
EcoElevate
ActiveFounder
02/2025 - Present
Sustainability platform gamifying eco-friendly actions through a points-based incentive system to promote circular consumption.
Key Achievements:
- Conceptualised and executed waste segregation projects
- Implemented vertical gardens and community composting
- Designed points-based incentive system for eco-friendly actions
- Won Outstanding SDG Demonstration Award
Technologies & Skills:
ItsClean
ActiveFounder
10/2024 - Present
Data-driven platform crowdsourcing restroom feedback to improve public hygiene standards and accessibility.
Key Achievements:
- Designed and led development of crowdsourcing platform
- Conducted field-based research and user interviews
- Guided product features and usability improvements
- Built comprehensive feedback and rating system
Technologies & Skills:
SafeSphere Smart Eyewear
ActiveCo-founder
09/2024 - Present
Smart eyewear prototype designed as a safety device for women to gather evidence and send alerts during emergencies.
Key Achievements:
- Developed smart eyewear prototype for women's safety
- Integrated evidence gathering and alert systems
- Selected among Top 100 globally in Blue Ocean Competition
- Presented prototype to industry experts and investors
Technologies & Skills:
Research Publication
PublishedLead Researcher
03/2025 - 06/2025
Published research paper in IJFMR analyzing the trade-off between sustainability and economic growth in the tourism industry.
Key Achievements:
- Conducted comprehensive industry analysis
- Published in International Journal of Financial Management Research
- Explored economic-environmental balance in tourism
- Contributed to academic discourse on sustainable development
Technologies & Skills:
Experience
Leadership Roles & Professional Impact
Leadership Roles
Initiator, Inclusive School-Wide Award System
03/2025 – PresentKanakia International School
- Designed and launched a recognition model for academic, extracurricular, and leadership excellence for a long-term systemic change
Head, Model United Nations
09/2024 – 09/2025Kanakia International School
- Mentored 200+ students in public speaking, research, and diplomacy
- Directed planning and logistics of KMUN, the school's flagship MUN conference
Head, Debate and Speech Club
07/2024 – 05/2025Kanakia International School
- Mentored 30+ junior and senior school debaters through weekly practices and simulations
- Introduced structured feedback and embedded debating into broader academic activities
Executive Organiser, KTANK Business Competition
07/2024 – 10/2024Kanakia International School
- Led organization and marketing of the school's new flagship business pitch contest with 20+ participants and external judges
Co-Head Delegate, Harvard Model United Nation India 2024
03/2024 – 08/2024Harvard MUN
- Represented Kanakia International School
- Conducted agenda workshops, position paper reviews, and public speaking training
House Captain
09/2023 – 09/2024Kanakia International School
- Led and mentored a 65-member house team across cultural, academic, and athletic events
MUN Club – MYP Representative
07/2022 – 05/2023Kanakia International School
- Mentored younger delegates by leading mock sessions to build foundational research and speaking skills
Community Project Leader – PLANT IT!
08/2022 – 05/2023Kanakia International School
- Launched a sustainability campaign centred on tree planting and eco-literacy
Internships
EleaTek
06/2025 - PresentFinancial Awareness & Philanthropic Due Diligence Intern
Bosnia
- Developed educational content on banking, credit, investments, digital assets, and taxation
- Contributed to transparent, impact-focused philanthropy strategies
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
06/2025 - 07/2025Consulting Intern
India
- Conducted in-depth market sizing, competitive benchmarking for Indian EV company expansion
- Developed actionable go-to-market strategies for Southeast Asia's 2W EV industry
- Synthesized insights into executive-level presentation for BCG consultants and GradCircle founders
The Student Diplomat
07/2024 - 12/2024Editor
Remote
- Led editorial planning and content curation for youth publication
- Edited articles on economics, politics, and global affairs
Work Experience
The Moleculez
Sales & Marketing
Mumbai, India
06/2023 - 07/2023
- Introduced five pharmaceutical products to 200 global businesses
- Introduced and implemented AI solutions to automate tasks and operations
Elementz India
Supply-Chain
Mumbai, India
06/2022 - 07/2022
- Managed and processed over 100 pharmaceutical product orders, inquiries and deliveries daily
Volunteering
Aarogya Vardaan
11/2024 - PresentMumbai Chapter Lead
- Initiated employer-supported low-cost health insurance coverage for house-helps and their children across 10 communities
- Led a crowdfunding campaign to fund medical insurance for Kanakia International School's support staff consisting of 40+ individuals with Rotary SoBo
Interact Club
08/2022 – 05/2023Vice President & Secretary
- Co-led a 200+ student club focused on sustainability, health, and education
- Represented the club at Rotary events, forming external partnerships and securing support
- 'Walk the Talk': a clothing collection drive to donate care packages to 40+ beneficiaries for Diwali
- Football match with OSCAR Foundation to promote youth empowerment through sport
- Led a team of 75+ members to raise ₹21,54,191 for redevelopment of two schools in Mumbai as part of the Happy Schools Project
Cuddles Foundation
03/2023 – 04/2023Fundraiser
- Raised ₹18,000 for providing food to malnourished young cancer patients
TATA Memorial Hospital
12/2022Hair Donor
- Donated 14 inches of hair to cancer patients with Cope with Cancer
Education
Academic Journey & Achievements
Kanakia International School, Mumbai
08/2020 – 05/2024
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Standardized Tests
SAT
8th March 2025 & 23rd August 2025
1520 (Math: 790, English: 730)
IELTS
19th Jan 2025
8.0 (Reading: 7.5, Writing: 7.5, Listening: 9, Speaking: 8)
Academic Honors
- Ranked 62nd globally in World Mathematics Invitational (WMI)
- Distinction in World Economics Cup preliminary round
- 128th nationally in Economics Olympiad (SRCC)
- International Certificate of Education (ICE) Award
- Qualified for Global Economics Olympiad regional round
Leadership & Recognition
- Outstanding SDG Demonstration Award
- Top 100 globally at Oxford Scholastica Essay Competition
- Best Delegate at multiple MUN conferences
- RYLA Queen at Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Skills & Knowledge
Tools and capabilities I'm developing
Digital Skills
Academic Excellence
Leadership & Communication
Achievements & Recognition
Extra-Curricular Excellence & Awards
Global Paris Collaborative
Qualified for final round, earned recommendations for two international fellowships
Pitched ItsClean and qualified for the final round of the Global Paris Collaborative
CaseQuest Competition
Developed AI no-code app solution
Addressed Nicobar's feedback mechanism and pitched it to Nicobar's CEO, founders, Dean of BITSoM
WorkX Summer Immersion Program
Won Best Pitch and Best Story Competition
Conducted by GradCircle
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Awarded RYLA Queen
Intraschool competition conducted by Rotary SoBo
Oxford Scholastica Essay Competition
Placed in Top 100 globally
Global academic writing competition
Blue Ocean Competition
Selected among Top 100 globally
Presented SafeSphere prototype - innovative safety eyewear solution to record evidence of assaults on women
Northeastern University London Essay Competition
Reached Final Round
International academic writing competition
MCOP 2024
Best Delegate, Best Press Report, and Best Delegation Award
Interschool international Model United Nations conference
Kanakia Youth Conference
Keynote Speaker
Delivered two keynote speeches focusing on youth leadership and global citizenship
Les Retrouvailles
Selected among Top 3
Interschool state-level French Competition
ThinkStartup Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Business Pitch Presentation
Developed and presented business idea to solve high return rates in e-commerce to mentors from IIT Bombay
Trinity College London Communication Skills
Completed Grade 8
Professional communication certification
The Linguist - French Competition
Selected among Top 3
French language proficiency competition
Inter-house School Debate
Winner
School-level debate competition
Trinity College London Speech and Drama
Completed Grade 6
Speech and drama certification
Get In Touch
Let's Connect & Collaborate
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just having a meaningful conversation about innovation and impact.