Team
CanSat’s trusted and experienced consultants have worked in diverse sectors such as cannabis, pharmaceuticals, food, medical devices, natural health products, agriculture, and R&D laboratories. We ensure that our client’s requirements are met in a timely manner.
Ashish Singhal
Founder and Principal Consultant
Ashish is the Founder and Principal Consultant of CanSat Consulting Inc. He is an avid science enthusiast having a bachelor’s in biotechnology and a master’s in food sciences. After spending 8 years working in the diverse fields he knows the depths of quality and compliance associated with various acts and regulations.
Ashish has extensive experience working on licensing applications and developing QMS (quality management systems) from the ground level. Ashish has also successfully built out QA and Regulatory teams for his previous clients and employers. He has helped his previous clients through tough times which included major recalls, licensing non-compliances, facility-wide product contamination, and major inspection observations.
Ashish is a registered QAP with Health Canada in good standing with an active Health Canada Security Clearance. He is an active member of the Regulatory Committee of the C45 Quality Association (the largest QA Association for Cannabis in Canada) and has been invited to panel events to discuss the impact of COVID on cannabis industries and to advise on preparing for Health Canada regulatory inspections. Ashish has also been invited for a radio interview (@Sirius XM) to discuss his professional journey and to educate the audience on quality and compliance matters. During his career, Ashish has received numerous scholarships such as Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Scholarship, gained various accolades in technical and scientific writing, published book chapters and research papers, and presented his work at a number of conferences.
Sindhu Karpakal
Senior Regulatory & Compliance Consultant
With over 22 years of experience in Quality Assurance, GMP, Regulatory Affairs, and Compliance across Asia, Australia and Canada, Sindhu brings a global perspective to CanSat Consulting. She has represented both corporate and individual clients across sectors, including the ever evolving Cannabis, Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, and Personal Care industries. Since 2016, Sindhu has been actively involved in working with cannabis pioneers and leveraging her comprehensive knowledge to support CanSat’s clients in navigation complex compliance and regulatory landscapes. A registered pharmacist and certified phlebotomist, she also holds a PG Diploma in Professional Regulatory Affairs and certifications in Medical Cannabis GMP, Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance. Sindhu’s diverse and deep expertise solidifies CanSat’s commitment to delivering unparalleled compliance and quality assurance services to clients in North America and beyond
Jayashri Srinivasan
QA and compliance associate
Jaya is an exceptionally skilled compliance professional with a master’s in microbiology. She has worked in diverse industries across the cannabis, food and personal care. Jaya is an expert in managing quality management systems including developing customized standard operating procedures, label review and approvals, import and export permit application and thus, ensuring compliance with various acts and regulations. Jaya has extensive knowledge of regulatory bodies such as Health Canada, FSSAI, CFIA and US-FDA. Currently, as a Quality Assurance and Compliance Associate at CanSat Consulting, Jaya continues to uphold rigorous quality standards and regulatory compliance ensuring our clients are audit ready. Her proactive approach and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset in ensuring product safety and quality throughout all stages of production.
Priya Gupta
Director of Business Development
Priya has over 10 years of experience working with enterprise clients and handling small-scale to large-scale projects. She has worked with prominent Canadian clients and companies like the City of Kitchener, Service Canada, Region of Waterloo, and SaskTel. Priya has worked on a number of projects encompassing diverse industries, including cannabis, healthcare, media, communications, and the service industry. Academically, Priya has completed an engineering degree and holds a professional certificate in Project Management. Priya also has substantial experience in handling confidential documents, account management, and providing excellent customer satisfaction to clients. At CanSat, she will dedicatedly be handling your account and be in touch with you throughout your journey with our consulting firm.
Abhishek Das
Marketing & SEO Specialist
Abhishek is a dynamic Digital Marketing & Sales Associate at CanSat Consulting. With expertise in CRM management, social media marketing, and email marketing, he excels in crafting and executing digital strategies to drive growth.
Abhishek has a proven track record in building teams, enhancing brand presence, and managing CRM systems to improve client relations.
At CanSat Consulting, he leverages his skills to optimize marketing efforts and boost sales in the competitive cannabis industry.
Denisha Vachhani
Business & Strategy Specialist
Denisha is a seasoned Digital Marketing & Sales Associate at CanSat Consulting, recognized for her expertise in driving business growth and enhancing brand visibility. With a strong background in strategic marketing, social media, PPC, and email marketing, she has successfully managed campaigns that elevate engagement and revenue across various industries.
Her notable achievements include generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue through targeted strategies and achieving a 25% increase in conversion rates for a multi-channel initiative, resulting in 984 leads and 149 conversions in just one quarter. At CanSat Consulting, Denisha combines her creativity with data-driven insights to optimize marketing efforts and boost sales within the competitive Cannabis industry.