Padma Kuppa

Padma Kuppa is a multifaceted individual with a diverse background in politics, community activism, and professional work. Here's a summary of her profile:

Professional Background

Padma Kuppa currently works as an Independent Consultant on a freelance basis.3 Her professional experience includes:

• Working as a business analyst for Ally Financial2
• Experience in the automotive, finance, and IT industries2

Political Career

Kuppa has been active in Michigan politics:

• Served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives for District 41 from January 1, 2019, to January 1, 20232
• Ran for the Michigan State Senate to represent District 9 in 2022 but was unsuccessful2
• First Asian immigrant in the Michigan state legislature2

Community Involvement

Kuppa is deeply involved in community activities:

• Board member for the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion2
• Board president of the Troy Historical Society12
• Founding member of the Troy-area Interfaith Group1
• Member of the Bharatiya Temple's Outreach Committee1
• Works with WISDOM (Women's Interfaith Solutions for Dialogue and Outreach in Detroit)1

Personal Background

• Born in India, moved to the U.S. in 1970, and later returned to India1
• Completed her bachelor's degree in 19882
• Moved to Troy, Michigan in 1998 with her husband and two children1
• Describes herself as a Hindu American and community activist1

Recent Activities

As of March 2023, Kuppa has been working as a campaign consultant, assisting multiple candidates at the local level and one at the state level with campaign strategy, fundraising, and PR.3

Padma Kuppa's diverse experiences in engineering, politics, and community activism have shaped her career and continue to influence her work as an independent consultant.