Meri Potikyan

As a Business Analyst at Align Technologies, I conduct requirements gathering and documentation for internal services, manage stakeholder requests, and perform user tests to validate business requirements. I collaborate with cross-functional teams globally in clinical product development and data analysis, creating use-cases and prototypes for internal applications.

As a Procurement Associate, I managed procurement processes, conducted market research, negotiated with vendors, and ensured compliance with IDLO procurement procedures. I also prepared budget estimations for upcoming procurements.

In my role as a Business Consultant, I reviewed and optimized business processes related to non-tariff import/export restrictions for the State Revenue Committee. I evaluated customs restrictions and laws to enhance the efficiency of customs processes.

In my role as a Donor Coordination Expert, I optimized donor coordination practices, prepared reports, and organized events for project donors. I also developed digital coordination sheets and served as a focal point for EU projects.

As an Assistant to the Chief Secretary, I tracked the implementation of Anti-Corruption and Judicial Action Plans and prepared documentation for governmental sessions, including legal drafts for parliamentary readings.

In my role as an Administrative Assistant to the Minister, I ensured effective communication and protocol with government bodies, prepared travel packages, and managed logistical arrangements for delegations.

Completed the TFAS Prague program, which focuses on American studies and related disciplines.

Participated in the Yale Young Global Scholars program focusing on Sustainable Development and Social Entrepreneurship, culminating in a final capstone project on 'Poverty Alleviation and the Primary Education in the Developing Countries'.