Key responsibilities• Intelligent campuses and smart buildings.• Technology framework & architecture - loT neural networks with edge computing, distributed intelligence, and resilience. • Technology labs - innovation from first principles to incubation• Core ICT & Information securityAchievements• Created the blueprint for a 'sustainable and digitally enabled intelligent campus' the first of its kind at Kengeri, Bangalore • A carbon, energy and water neutral 55… Show more Key responsibilities• Intelligent campuses and smart buildings.• Technology framework & architecture - loT neural networks with edge computing, distributed intelligence, and resilience. • Technology labs - innovation from first principles to incubation• Core ICT & Information securityAchievements• Created the blueprint for a 'sustainable and digitally enabled intelligent campus' the first of its kind at Kengeri, Bangalore • A carbon, energy and water neutral 55 acre campus with improved biodiversity, integrated microgrid solar power, 25M litres rainwater harvesting in man-made lakes, 100% water recycling, waste management • Building the technology ground up, using a neural network of IoT sensors. A proof of concept established on the Campus OS, using opensource software, visualization tools and data validation techniques for ‘Control’, ‘Run’, ‘Optimise’ and ‘Research’, using AI and ML• Building a Maker Centre – multi disciplinary material labs• Use of advanced technology for 3D land mapping• Design and implementation of acoustics, electro-acoustics and lighting for key spaces including the amphitheatre, auditorium, collaboration spaces and exhibition areas. Show less

Media & Post Production Organisations, Back Office Businesses, International Startups Business Transformation| Governance| Corporate Culture| Profitability| M&A

Led the firm’s growth strategy, won marquee clients, leading and managing key client relationships.

Sustainability| Curriculum development and setup of loT and Microelectronics labs| Energy & Resource optimization| Acoustics and audio-visual technology for auditoriums

Refurbishment of the Moulsari auditorium for enhanced capacity, improved acoustics, contemporary digital AV, sound and lighting systems. A world class state-of-the-art-facility.Technology infrastructure projects

• Transformed the organisation, designed, and implemented the operating model for Global Integrated Production • Revamped India business for growth and scalability- from loss making to profitable, growing EBIT 300% YOY.• Instilled tight governance, risk-reward balance & compliance, shedding legacy issues. • Chaired the DPDHL India Steering Committee.• Led India through the global acquisition process of WLT to Advent (PE firm), aligning India as a key global enabler.

• As a member of the Global Delivery Centre of Expertise (GDCE) global management team, formulated strategies to enable the Bank to become more effective and efficient • Scaled India from 5000 to 20000 people, merging entities and amalgamating the culture, post the Merrill and Country Wide acquisition. • Created the strategy & transformed the business for delivering Global Business Value, growth, scalability & high performance vs. only cost arbitrage. • Created and implemented the… Show more • As a member of the Global Delivery Centre of Expertise (GDCE) global management team, formulated strategies to enable the Bank to become more effective and efficient • Scaled India from 5000 to 20000 people, merging entities and amalgamating the culture, post the Merrill and Country Wide acquisition. • Created the strategy & transformed the business for delivering Global Business Value, growth, scalability & high performance vs. only cost arbitrage. • Created and implemented the Shared Service strategy for Global Operations. Established Processing Centres.• Country responsibility for India, Philippines & Costa Rica• Led global banking operations with a seat on the global table (corporate, commercial, investment banking, consumer banking, card), corporate security & logistics. Show less

• Developed and implemented Orange UK/France Telecom (FT) telecom and IT services offshore strategy and local presence in India, to evangelise and drive value from an offshore service provision.• Created a vision raising offshore activity to a strategic level across Orange UK and FT Group; With a ‘brand ambassador’ remit and strategy responsibility, led cross-functional teams in UK and India (commercial, marketing, customer service, finance, legal, HR, training, technology) and established… Show more • Developed and implemented Orange UK/France Telecom (FT) telecom and IT services offshore strategy and local presence in India, to evangelise and drive value from an offshore service provision.• Created a vision raising offshore activity to a strategic level across Orange UK and FT Group; With a ‘brand ambassador’ remit and strategy responsibility, led cross-functional teams in UK and India (commercial, marketing, customer service, finance, legal, HR, training, technology) and established a formal India presence. • Rationalised non-performing suppliers through innovative M&A deals, enhanced supplier efficiency• Generated £8m savings on £30m spend. Improved & delivered seamless service, involving growth from 950 to 3,000 FTE. • Drove successful pilots. Negotiated final contracts for a £100M project, structuring a complex deal - navigating legal and taxation issues to arrive at a commercial and compliant solution. Show less

• Global business development & commercial management for global (non-GE) accounts.• Led a multi-faceted, polar & global operation, delivered revenue & growth, managed client relationships and attained high customer satisfaction in a challenging 'post divesture 'era.• Delivered a global back-office strategy for 'GE Industrial' integration.• Formulated 'Service to Sales' strategy for GECIS & GECFA. As a part of the senior global leadership team, drove global change. Developed and… Show more • Global business development & commercial management for global (non-GE) accounts.• Led a multi-faceted, polar & global operation, delivered revenue & growth, managed client relationships and attained high customer satisfaction in a challenging 'post divesture 'era.• Delivered a global back-office strategy for 'GE Industrial' integration.• Formulated 'Service to Sales' strategy for GECIS & GECFA. As a part of the senior global leadership team, drove global change. Developed and implemented a strategy for conversion of cost centres to revenue centres.• Led the Hyderabad site, attained growth on Customer Service and Service to Sales operations; energised the team in a post divesture era, improved people touch and reduced cost.• New Start-up – Remote Marketing for sales force effectiveness Show less

Transformation of the business from a tactical to a strategic platform, managed key customer relationships.

Established sales strategies & targets in each segment, streamlined operations and delivered profitability.

• As an entrepreneur, established a niche high end acoustic instrumentation, technology & consulting business; achieved # 1 market position based on value.• Consulted in professional audio & multimedia, intelligent buildings, energy efficient workspaces.Live concert production & professional audio for International Jazz & Rock Festivals