Naina Gupta

I began my career as a Business Analyst at a small business before moving into tech as a Product Support Associate at a drone software startup. Over time, I discovered a passion for marketing, which led me to join a digital marketing company under Publicis Groupe as an Account Manager. In that role, I partnered with clients across industries to develop and execute remarketing strategies.

Wanting to shift from execution to the creative side of marketing, I chose to pursue my MBA with a focus on Brand Management. As a Round 3 applicant with a non-business undergrad, I initially felt behind compared to earlier admits, but the Ross community quickly proved different. Every student and alum I spoke with was eager to share advice and guidance, making Ross feel more like a supportive community than a competition. Now that I’m here, I know I made the right choice for both career growth and lifelong friendships.

I'm originally from the Chicago area so I love staying in the Midwest (even though I grew up an Illini!). Outside of academics, I love traveling with friends, watching motorsports (especially F1 and IndyCar), and exploring local coffee shops. Please feel free to reach out if you’d like to talk about marketing, the MBA journey as a woman in business, or just life at Ross. Whether you're debating schools or set on Ross, I’d love to connect and hear more about your story!