Che Gunatillake

BCommerce / BCompSci Student at Monash University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

As a Commerce and Computer Science Student I’m committed to effectively combining my areas of expertise and successfully applying them with interdisciplinary design in mind. I’m driven to merge different ways of thinking and skills to deepen my understanding of both commerce and technology and their interconnected nature. Excited to continue my studies and meet many like minded individuals and organisations along the way!

Experience

  • 180 Degrees Consulting (2 yrs 1 mo)
    • Team Lead
      Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    • Project Consultant
      Jul 2024 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 9 mos

      • Developed actionable recommendations for non-profit organisations and social enterprises by analysing challenges • Conducted research, analysed data, and formulated innovative solutions to address core organisational needs. • Presented findings through professional presentations and reports, ensuring successful implementation of strategic initiatives. • Balanced analytical thinking with practical considerations to deliver high-impact, sustainable recommendations tailored to each organization's unique context and constraints.

  • Monash SEED (2 yrs 5 mos)
    • People and Culture Officer
      Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    • Events Director
      Jan 2025 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos

      • Provided strategic leadership for Monash SEED's events division, overseeing planning and execution with a focus on team development. • Directed a cross-functional events team by setting clear priorities and establishing measurable performance metrics. • Mentored team members through constructive feedback, fostering a collaborative culture, encouraging innovation and problem-solving.

    • Events Officer
      Mar 2024 - Jan 2025 · 11 mos

      • Coordinated and executed impactful entrepreneurial events for Monash SEED, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing within the university's ecosystem. • Managed aspects of event planning, from conceptualisation to successful delivery. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design workshops, speaker series, and networking opportunities.

  • Project Advisor at State Library Victoria
    Jan 2024 - Feb 2024 · 2 mos

    • Collaborated with a team of 6 to develop an entrepreneurial connection platform at State Library Victoria. • Engineered knowledge-sharing mechanisms for seasoned entrepreneurs to mentor newcomers. • Created features showcasing innovative business ideas to potential investors and partners.