1. Shweta Dhadda
34 E Homestead Avenue Unit B, Palisades Park, NJ – 07650
Cell: 646-251-7694; Email: shweta.k.dhadda@gmail.com
A trustworthy, results-oriented, and diligent individual with ability to work both independently
and in teams. Robust experience in managing multiple tasks in a compressed time frame.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Little Ustaads, LLC, New York, NY 2009 - Present
Dance/Music Instructor
 Creatively teach children of the ages of 2.5 years and older in Indian classical music and
culture
 Lead and organize stage dance performances for groups of up to 60 children
 Choreograph Bollywood, Kathak (Indian classical) and other forms of dancing for
students
Self-Employed 2001 - Present
Dance Choreographer, New York (2006 – Present)
 Teach and organize dance performances for a total of 70 people of all ages in about 6-7
different groups at various festivals, weddings and other events across the year
Event Manager, Jaipur, India (2001 – 2006)
 Advised on party decorations/themes, negotiated with suppliers, and coordinated with
DJs—all with a view on clients’ budgetary limitations
 Successfully choreographed dance performances and managed social events, including
weddings, birthday parties, and other celebrations. Managed approximately 35+ events,
including 25 weddings.
S.G. Gemtex, Inc, New York, NY 2006 - 2008
Office Assistant
 Directly negotiated with customers on closing deals that required setting strategic price
points based on product volumes
 Searched for and introduced potential new customers to the firm via in-person meetings
and phone calls
 Assisted managers in various ad hoc queries, including preparing office shipments to
customers, day to day accounting and banking
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, India
 Bachelors in Commerce in Economics, Administration & Financial Management (2004)
 Masters in Commerce in Economics, Administration & Financial Management (2006)
University of Lucknow, Jaipur, India
 Masters in Indian Classical Dance (concentration: Kathak); graduated in 2007
SKILLS & LANGUAGE
 Proficient in Microsoft Office
 Fluent in Hindi