Hari. S
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CEO - Bootstrappers' Research Council (Startup Incubator)- SRM IST; 0-1-10 Growth Strategist, Mentor & Crossing the Chasm Expert; Startup Navigation, Advocate for AI Innovation for Sustainability at Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 8 work roles 5 schools
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CEO - Bootstrappers' Research Council (Startup Incubator)- SRM IST; 0-1-10 Growth Strategist, Mentor & Crossing the Chasm Expert; Startup Navigation, Advocate for AI Innovation for Sustainability
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Hari. S is listed as CEO - Bootstrappers' Research Council (Startup Incubator)- SRM IST; 0-1-10 Growth Strategist, Mentor & Crossing the Chasm Expert; Startup Navigation, Advocate for AI Innovation for Sustainability at Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University, based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Hari. S.

Hari. S previously worked as Chief Executive Officer at Bootstrappers' Research Council - Srm University and Senior Consultant - Innovation, Strategy and Growth at Cxo Advisors. Hari. S holds 2 Years - Master Of Science (Ms - By Research) Full Time, S/W Eng, Info.Systems, Data Analytics, Project Mgmt, Telecom, Tech Strategy, Dig.Marketing, A+, Awarded Top Perfomer Gpa 4.0/4.0 from Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu, Usa - Ms Mba Mmc.

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•25 + years in Start-up, Growth Stage, SME Ecosystems.LEADERSHIP• Leader by Example, Board Room exp., Tailwind enabler, Macro & Micro Strategist & Doer, Problem-solver, People player.• Envisioned Scale & implemented transformational strategies for Products & Services; Discovery-2-Delivery • 360-degree cross-functional expertise, driven through complex business contours. • Investor Relationship & Fund Raise – Seed, Series A > $10 Mill ;Top-line enabled - US$ 20M +• Expert in AOPs, CAPEX, OPEX, P&L, EBIT Management• Mentored & Groomed Business (Sales & Marketing), Tech & Ops teams - 300+ FTEs• Multi-geo, Multi-cultural experience – UK, EU, US, APAC, ME• Business Models – TT/Commercialization, SaaS, PaaS, D2E, B2B, B2C, Channel, Franchise. • Won Deals with Marquee Fortune 500 brands across sectors.DOMAIN/INDUSTRY/TECHNOLOGY• Strategy Consulting, Education/UpSkill, EdTech, Data Analytics, Health Diagnostics, Telecom - AI-CIM, Logistics, Banking - KYC/AML, Managed Services / KPO, Digital Media, IT Infrastructure.• AI / NLP - Speech, Mobility, Java, JS, HTML, R, Python, Tableau. • Stat Models & Tools: SPSS - ANOVA, t-tests, Regression, Correlation.PRODUCT/ SERVICES - GROWTH MARKETING & SALES • Expert in 0-1-10, Incubation, Scaling, Product-Market-Fit validations, Product/Service Pivots, Global GTM/Sales Partnerships - EU, UK, APAC, US• Handled High-velocity Big $ Omni-channel MarCom, MarCom storyteller, Digital Assets Management• Global Sales/Monetization – Hunter, Farmer, Funnel Management – TOF, MOF, BOF, Demos, Pre-Sales, Pilots, Pricing, Subscription, MRR, QRR, et. al., CX and Journeys.TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS• Expert in ground-up Operations Frameworks & buildout, Business Process Strategy.• Managed multi-mill $ investments in COE in Saas, PaaS platforms for AI systems• ISO, CMM, Agile Frameworks – planning and implementation• HCM – Significant expertise in People/ Team planning, Assessment, Onboarding, Training, Performance Mapping – KRA, KPIs, People Transformation• Scaled & handled Business,Tech, Ops Teams.ENTREPRENEURIAL:• Co-founded a Technology and Business Advisory firm (LLP) • Supported over 15 clients across businesses and domains• 10+ years aggregated revenues > USD 1 Million from Consulting Engagements• Services Delivered: Growth Stage Business Strategies and Implementation. • Domains: AI Saas, Edtech, KPO, Health Care Diagnostic Equipment, Digital Media, Education

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Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University
Bootstrappers' Research Council - Srm University
CEO - Bootstrappers' Research Council (Startup Incubator)- SRM IST; 0-1-10 Growth Strategist, Mentor & Crossing the Chasm Expert; Startup Navigation, Advocate for AI Innovation for Sustainability
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Chief Executive Officer

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Bootstrappers' Research Council - Srm University

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Mandate:* Incubator Growth: Drive the growth of the incubator by increasing the number of startups, attracting new investors, and expanding the network of partners.* Startup Success: Measure the success of incubated startups by tracking metrics such as funding raised, revenue generated, and product development milestones.* Financial Sustainability: Maintain the financial sustainability of the incubator, balancing expenses with revenue streams and securing funding opportunities.* Strategic Planning: Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan that outlines the long- term vision and goals for the incubator.* Operational Efficiency: Implement processes and systems that enhance the efficiency andeffectiveness of the incubator's daily operations.* Stakeholder Engagement: Build and nurture strong relationships with relevant stakeholders, including startups, investors, mentors, and government agencies.* Compliance and Reporting. Ensure that all legal and reporting requirements are met and the incubator operates with the highest ethical standards.

Nov 2023 - Present

Senior Consultant - Innovation, Strategy And Growth

Cxo Advisors

Chennai Area, India

Business Strategy & Execution for Early-stage, Growth-stage Startups. Ecosystem Alignment & Integration.Industry / Domain Expertise: B2B, B2C - SaaS, CIM/Contact Centre AI, KPO/BPO, IT Infrastructure/Hardware, Education, Edtech, Healthcare Diagnostics, US Healthcare RCM, Digital Media, Logistics & Supply Chain, Shipping, Hotels & Restaurant, Mass Media/Advertising.Products & Services Expertise: End-to-end Strategy & Execution of Road Map, Market-Fit Validations, Feature Pivots, Primary & Secondary Research, Global Strategic Partnerships and Alliances (UK, USA, EU, APAC), Go-To-Market, Offshoring, Channel, Pilots, Segment Mapping, Business Cadence planning and implementation – Product/Service - Design & Development, Release / Rollout, Digital Marketing, Branding, MarCom, Global Business Development/ Sales, Pre-Sales, Delivery, Operations, Business Process Reengineering, M&A, Investment/Funding advisory.

Mar 2019 - Nov 2023

Sr. Vice President – New Services Strategy, Global Gtm, Bd, Operations Buildout

Chennai Area, India

Mandated to identify, validate, and recommend new business cases in the BPO/KPO space with AI / ML framework to augment growth.Thought Leader and Driver for 2 new service lines: BFSI -KYC/AML Process Outsourcing services and Logistics & Supply Chain Outsourcing services - Blue Print to MarketBusiness - 0-1 GTM, Global Partner Program schema for UK, US and EU, Segmentation, Validation, BD/ Sales, Lead Pipelines, Costing & Pricing, AOP, EBIT, Budgeting, P & L.MarCom (Omni Channel) – Communication strategy, content builds, curation, Campaign management, Performance tracking, Metrics, course correction.Operations and Delivery build out - Resources mapping, selection, technology platform and eco-system validation, selection & implementation- AI/ML based Workflow Platforms and tools.Enabled a few million $ revenue Onboarded, groomed and managed business and delivery teams.

Mar 2017 - Feb 2019

Director & Co Founder - Growth

Scale Up Advisory (Business Consulting Llp)

Chennai Area, India

Chasm Crossing expert. Hand held clients'​ Leadership to '​'Cross the growth chasm'​'​. A broad spectrum hands-on Adviser on Value Creation which includes Biz Strategy, GTM, Technology Adoption and Technical Operations, Customer and Brand Journeys (Phygital), Business Development and Scaling. Creating a short cycle competitive advantage for his clients is one of Hari's hallmarks. Hari has consulted for over 15 clients across SMBs, IT/ Software Products and Services, Health Care (Diagnostics), Manufacturing, Data Analytics startups, Digital cos and enabled revenues and growth to the tune of over $ 12 million for his clients.

Apr 2010 - Feb 2017

Cto & Coo

Latticebridge Infotech (Iit, Madras Tenet Backed, Vc Funded)

Chennai Area, India

Chief - Conversational AI Practice, Technology Strategy, Operations Planning and Deployment, Team Maximization, Client Delivery, Quality Processes, Product Design & IP, Global Technology Partnerships and Alliances, Bottom line Optimization, Cross Border Engagements - APAC, US, ME. M & A, COE setup and scaling.Significant Board Room exposure & Investor Relations......Handled & delivered to marquee Fortune 500 clients in Telecom, Banking and Utility industry. Grew the company from 11 member StartUp to an effective Team of 300 + (FTEs) in 6 years.Excellent going for 6 years from zilch to $ Multi-Mill revenue and excellent EBIT.True start-up challenges & growth experience, and cutting edge technology learning too..

Apr 2004 - Mar 2010

Head - Brand & Product Marketing

Dax Networks ( An Apcom Group Co - India'S Leading Networking Products Co)

Simply made DAX the No.2 Networking Products brand among Indian brands.... Superb experience, great team and Leadership....Out of the box GTM Planning, Brand building, enabled significant Brand recall and stickiness across 1500 Channel Partners. Deep dive experience in Channel and Partner Network creation and management. Significant Topline impact.

1999 - 2001 ~2 yrs

Senior Manager - Marketing And Communication

First Computers (It Education Pioneer)

Chennai

Hands on in GTM, Channel / Franchise Management (across 150 Franchisees), MarCom and Branding - Strategy and Execution.Great opportunity to handle Pan India Franchise Promotions, Big Ticket Media spends, Campaigns etc. Heavy ATL and BTL experience. Supported over 150 + Franchisees in gaining market share and brand reach.

1994 - 1999 ~5 yrs

Asst. Manager - Marcom

Nepc Group (Airlines, Wind Energy, Fmcg)

Chennai

Great experience......handled IPO campaign, NEPC Airline launch campaign, NEPC Agro Foods Ad campaigns etc. First opportunity to handle large spends, big media. ATL and BTL. High velocity environment.

Aug 1992 - Aug 1994
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Hari. S education

2 Years - Master Of Science (Ms - By Research) Full Time, S/W Eng, Info.Systems, Data Analytics, Project Mgmt, Telecom, Tech Strategy, Dig.Marketing, A+, Awarded Top Perfomer Gpa 4.0/4.0

Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu, Usa - Ms Mba Mmc

Thesis : Human Computer Interface / E Commerce Web Site Design, Usability and Choices - Gender Preferences in UI/UX.

2 Years Executive Program - Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business & Trade , Exim, Marketing, Finance, Shipping, Transportation And Logistics, 1St Grade

Madras Productivity Council ( An Npc Affliate), Ministry Of Commerce

Thesis: International Marketing - An Empirical Study of Global Challenges and Opportunities for EXIM Businesses in India

2 Years - Master Of Mass Communication (Mmc), (Brand, Media Tools , Pr, Journalism, Content, Audience Engagement, Thesis: Study Of Brand Attributes Among Fmcg Products

One of the early birds to have acquired a Masters Degree in Mass Communication in the early 90s....when people had very little knowledge.

Pgd ( Full Time) In Journalism, Advertising, Branding, Mass Communication/Media Studies, Ist

One of the earliest citizens of Chennai to have got the opportunity to qualify in this domain

High School, Math, Physics, Chemistry, French

Adarsh Senior Secondary School, Chennai
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Hari. S works for Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University.

What is Hari. S's role at Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University?

Hari. S is listed as CEO - Bootstrappers' Research Council (Startup Incubator)- SRM IST; 0-1-10 Growth Strategist, Mentor & Crossing the Chasm Expert; Startup Navigation, Advocate for AI Innovation for Sustainability at Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University.

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Hari. S is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India while working with Bootstrappers' Research Council - SRM University.

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Hari. S has worked for Bootstrappers' Research Council - Srm University, Cxo Advisors, Cenza Technologies, Scale Up Advisory (Business Consulting Llp), and Latticebridge Infotech (Iit, Madras Tenet Backed, Vc Funded).

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Hari. S holds 2 Years - Master Of Science (Ms - By Research) Full Time, S/W Eng, Info.Systems, Data Analytics, Project Mgmt, Telecom, Tech Strategy, Dig.Marketing, A+, Awarded Top Perfomer Gpa 4.0/4.0 from Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu, Usa - Ms Mba Mmc.

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