Passionate about innovation, I am an idea generator that finds possibilities and solutions in both life and business.With over 12 years experience in strategy, consulting and entrepreneurship, I have developed broad capabilities in business strategy, innovation, process optimization and execution. I have specialised expertise in financial services, retail and luxury goods with a recent interest and developing skill in Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) in retail and fashion. 6 years of experience as a strategy consultant specialising in financial services advising C- suite executives on strategy and operational management8 years of experience in a leadership role, founded a private label design house and fashion business. Running an end to end product development from design conception to wholesale and retail sales distribution.
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ConsultantEmergent AfricaJohannesburg, Gp, Za -
Founder And Creative DirectorEkta Design Group (Pty) Ltd Sep 2016 - PresentEKTA is a women’s luxury clothing brand focusing on a clean design aesthetic aimed at a quality-conscious consumer. The brand focuses on luxury and sustainable fashion through story telling and Ekta Kalan's unique experiences and cultural heritage. Developed the brand and continue to drive strategic and creative direction. Online store and website: www.ekta.co.zaInstagram: @ekta_official | Facebook: @ektaglobal -
Management ConsultantDeloitte South Africa 2012 - 2015Worldwide, OoWorked in Strategy and Innovation within the Financial Services Industry, delivering numerous projects for the four major banks in South Africa and institutions in Malawi and Lesotho. Collaborated with teams (10 – 30 members) on projects ranging from $0.5m to $4m.Management & Planning• Developed a 5-year strategic plan for a children's hospital NGO. Led a team of 10 analysts and consultants.• Managed the entire project's cost and budgeting of new clients to forecast future revenue.Core Banking Transformation• Process Management and Optimisation for a Bank's internal structures resulting in a cost reduction of 30% and increasing efficiency of services by 45%. Presenting for C-Suite executives and hosting workshopsFinance Transformation• Cost Modelling and assisting a bank with revenue strategy through cost reduction and revenue drivers.• Developed strategies and innovation for new personal and private banking developments.• Assisted bank strategy transforming from manual in-branch to self-service functionality, reducing cost by approx 40%.• Technology and digitalisation in banking.• Development and research of business ideas to implement as a banking product. -
AnalystDeloitte South Africa 2007 - 2008Worldwide, OoStrategy and Innovation. Worked on Project engagements in Mining Industry. -
Middle Office ConsultantInvestec 2006 - Dec 2006London, Greater London, GbWorking in the Corporate Wealth Division of the Private Bank managing high net worth individuals accounts and transactions. - Deal negotiating for Finance approval for high credit values- Client relationship management
Ekta Kalan Education Details
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Stadio Higher EducationFashion Design -
University Of Cape TownFinance Honours -
Inside LvmhRetail & Customer Experience In Luxury -
Gibs Business School (Gordon Institute Of Business Science)Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies -
Crawford International
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Ekta Kalan works for Emergent Africa
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Ekta Kalan's current role is Consultant.
What schools did Ekta Kalan attend?
Ekta Kalan attended Stadio Higher Education, University Of Cape Town, Inside Lvmh, Gibs Business School (Gordon Institute Of Business Science), Crawford International.
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Ekta Kalan's colleagues are Thiru Pillay, Samantha Schoeman, Samuel Poston, Zaynah Ismail, Roberto Serrao, Deborah O'connor, Daniel Naicker.
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