Hardik Madhiwalla: CA, Policy Making and Impact Consulting

In this episode of Panoptic Conversations, we sit down with the ever-impressive Hardik Madhiwalla. A Chartered Accountant with experience at Big Four firms like EY and a stint with the Tamil Nadu government , Hardik is now gearing up for a major leap—pursuing his master's and PhD in finance in the US. 🏛️

We explore many fascinating career paths for a CA, delving into the challenges and opportunities that come with working at prestigious firms and within the government sector. Hardik shares his journey, from navigating corporate corridors to influencing policy-making at the state and central level! Expect insights on the intersection of finance, governance, and the academic pursuits that lie ahead for him.

Whether you're an aspiring CA, a policy enthusiast, or just curious about the diverse paths a finance career can take, this episode is packed with knowledge, experiences, and plenty of thought-provoking moments. 🎙️

Opportunities 📈

1. Social Change Fellowship (https://acumenacademy.org/fellowship/)
2. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Fellowship (https://www.tn.gov.in/tncmfp/)
3. mByom (https://mbyom.com/join-our-team)
4. GDI Partners (https://www.gdipartners.in/)
5. Brij Disa Center for Data Science and AI (https://www.iima.ac.in/faculty-research/centers/Brij-Disa-Centre-for-Data-Science-and-Artificial-Intelligence)

Resources 📖

1. Account Aggregator Network (https://sahamati.org.in/)
2. 2024 Union Budget - Credit Support Scheme for MSMEs (https://www.business-standard.com/budget/news/budget-announces-package-for-msmes-to-make-them-globally-competitive-124072301421_1.html)

Too long? Jump to your favourite part

• (00:53) Who is Hardik?
• (05:41) What, Why and How of CA
• (43:24) Working as a Consultant
• (53:30) Tax India: Citizen vs the State
• (01:19:42) Tamil Nadu days: Cultural Shift, Bureaucracy and more!
• (01:42:18) Gory Government Policy Implementation Details
• (02:28:48) Research in Finance