Abhinava Narayana Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

I lead consulting engagements aimed at helping organizations build Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) within the rapidly changing EdTech sector. I also provide executive coaching to senior leaders, guiding them in leadership development and strategic decision-making. Additionally, I design and implement talent development frameworks and cultural transformation strategies for startups.

As CEO, I launched a business in the Maritime Learning sector, utilizing AR/VR and simulation-based training. I led the company to generate $1 million in revenue within the first year and received the Brandon Hall award for disrupting traditional maritime training methods. I also built a robust content marketplace, driving customer engagement globally.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Eightfold brings a powerful AI-based approach to the area of Talent Acquisition and Talent Management. I established the Customer Success function for the APAC region, focusing on customer retention, revenue growth through upselling, and cross-selling. I played a key role in aligning customer success strategies with overall business goals, while developing the global Customer Success Playbook for uniform service delivery.

Bengaluru Area, India

I led customer experience efforts for Adobe’s $20 million eLearning business, achieving over 100% growth and a 95% customer retention rate. I built a consulting learning advisory practice that generated over $2 million in revenue and championed a customer-centric approach to tailored learning solutions.

Bengaluru Area, India

As a Specialist Senior in Deloitte's Human Capital practice, I delivered consulting and advisory services focused on Learning Strategy, Change Management, and Communications. My role involved leading projects centered on large-scale technology transformations, where I guided clients through complex change initiatives to drive successful outcomes.I was instrumental in developing go-to-market strategies and building capabilities within these domains, ensuring that our clients were equipped with the tools and insights needed to navigate change effectively. My work consistently aimed to align organizational learning and communication efforts with broader business objectives, enhancing client readiness for transformative shifts.

As a consultant in Deloitte’s Human Capital division, my career has evolved into a holistic consulting role where I leverage my strengths in Learning and Instructional Design to deliver impactful solutions. My focus is on building organizational capabilities by designing and implementing learning strategies that directly enhance workforce performance.I am dedicated to expanding my expertise to consult with organizations on a larger scale, aiming to drive transformative change that elevates the skills and abilities of their teams. My journey at Deloitte reflects my commitment to helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic objectives through tailored learning and development initiatives.

At Astutix, I built a greenfield practice from the ground up, leading a top-tier team that developed over 4,000 hours of cutting-edge learning solutions, including specialized interventions for people with disabilities. Despite its smaller size, Astutix earned Premium Partner status with multiple organizations for its innovative approach and impactful results.

I started my assignment at Edutech as a Sr. Instructional Designer. While at Edutech, one of my primary responsibilities was to build a team of IDs, and in general build the ID capabilities within Edutech.The second (and more persistent) requirement was to build the eLearning service offerings and to help bring customers on board.I worked actively with the Sales and Business Development teams to offer learning consultancy services.After a year in that position, I moved to the position of the Practice Lead - Instructional Design.I have learnt to judge my time at a company by the amount of learning I have done there - some of the learnings during this time were: - Enhanced client interaction skills; I now truly believe that solutions can be sold to clients.- Worked to set up a holistic process to learning design and developed learning solutions and courses.- Built a strong team; though this was my forte from earlier assignments, I worked to polishing these skills.- Enhanced project management and selling skills - I worked very closely with both departments and this influenced my skills as an instructional designer too - It made my courses more in tune with live performance than with idealistic design.

After my time at Trina, I explored my interests in Instructional Design, Project Management, and writing about automobiles, while also considering a return to college for a master’s degree. Recognizing the need to focus, I took a five-month break to determine my direction.During this period, I took on a learning consultancy role for an automotive dealer, where I designed and delivered sales workshops. I also partnered with various eLearning companies, advising them on instructional strategies and refining their ID processes. Alongside, I prepared for competitive exams to further my career options.By the end of this time, it became clear that Instructional Design was my true calling, prompting me to fully commit to this path and re-engage with the industry.

Adayana served as the US-focused counterpart to Trina Systems, which was primarily centered on developing learning solutions for the Indian market. While Trina concentrated on India-centric projects, Adayana catered to international clients, offering a global perspective and expertise in learning and development solutions.

Hyderabad Area, India

After completing my engineering degree, I joined the Automotive eLearning group at Trina Systems, driven by my passion for automobiles and writing. My time at Trina exposed me to the full spectrum of eLearning, from pre-sales to implementation, client interactions, team building, instructional design, and project management.This diverse experience built the foundation for my career as a Learning Professional. At Trina, I led large-scale projects, developed teams, and established processes—core strengths I continue to bring to the workforce today.

Bengaluru Area, India

Edge Custom Guitars, based in Bangalore—the Rock Capital of India—specialized in crafting custom musical instruments and sound solutions. We designed and manufactured electric guitars, drum pedals, speakers, and amplifiers, and offered repairs, modifications, and custom sound solutions for various settings. We also provided consultation services to event management companies.At Edge, I played a key role in designing and developing physical and mechanical components, bridging my engineering background with practical, real-world problem-solving. This experience taught me that design is a life skill, not just a career skill—a lesson I carry into my current role as an eLearning Specialist, where I focus on creating solutions that address real challenges rather than merely applying models.

Executive Master, Coaching And Consulting For Change

Bachellors Of Engineering( Mechanical), Mechanical

High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates