Throughout my tenure, my responsibility has been to lead Financial & Treasury Management of entire India operations, with annual sales more than USD 1.8 Billion. Meanwhile, I had reinvented the overall financial operations, processes, controls and strategy to makes the entire India operating model efficient, simple & transparent driving top and bottom-line improvement and provided visibility & data to Business Partners to support decision-making.As a member of the management team, I… Show more Throughout my tenure, my responsibility has been to lead Financial & Treasury Management of entire India operations, with annual sales more than USD 1.8 Billion. Meanwhile, I had reinvented the overall financial operations, processes, controls and strategy to makes the entire India operating model efficient, simple & transparent driving top and bottom-line improvement and provided visibility & data to Business Partners to support decision-making.As a member of the management team, I work towards the company’s strategy, growth, capital deployment and execution. Further, my emphasis has always been on monitoring the entire Banking & Treasury requirements of the group in India. Adhering to statutory and regulatory compliances.Moreover, I partner with the Senior Leadership team to improve financial strengths (investment & capital structures); managing investment portfolio of USD 500 Million. Known for automating process to increase compliance and productivity.In addition, I set up a Family Office and an AIF-Cat 2 for managing Equity Investments in listed and unlisted space. Develop and revamp the MIS Reporting structure spread across diverse businesses. Build a team capable of handling business growth successfully, implement short & long-term strategies, improve operations, and maximize profits through achievement in financial management. Milestones Achieved:• Worked with Banks for an Off-Balance sheet Structured Finance Solution of INR 1500 crores to help the cash flow mismatches in the main operating company. Steered the due diligence on INR 175 Cr. takeover of a meat manufacturing plant in North India Show less

While working in Serum Institute of India, my accountabilities were to develop processes to improve financial performance and revitalizing overall financial & accounting operations of the company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets. Provided leadership as a member of the Investment Team contributing in decision-making process of a diverse investment portfolio comprising… Show more While working in Serum Institute of India, my accountabilities were to develop processes to improve financial performance and revitalizing overall financial & accounting operations of the company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets. Provided leadership as a member of the Investment Team contributing in decision-making process of a diverse investment portfolio comprising Fixed Income, Equity, Venture Capital, and MF at group level.Besides, I supervised the entire banking requirements of the group with special focus on exports (covering 85% of sales covering over 160 countries) as well as supported the CFO in negotiating & structuring acquisition / term loan facilities for overseas group companies.Furthermore, I provided leadership on the origination, development, due diligence, approval, and implementation of commercially oriented investment opportunities. Blueprinted plans to close transactions including private equity funds and/or direct equity investments in developing markets. Milestones Achieved:• Core member of the team which steered due diligence of:o Vaccine manufacturing plant in Eastern Europe and structured the Euro 100 MM financing for the said transaction with Group CFOo Vaccine manufacturing company in Chennai• Successfully negotiated and structured the Euro 185 MM refinancing for overseas subsidiary based in Netherland• Member of Committee of Creditors, Orchid Pharma Ltd. - a company under Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code Show less

I initiated tenure as Advisor, providing support to the relationship team in handling the Global corporate Group, performing activities involving streamlining of processes and structuring Trade Finance deals. Moving on, I was elevated to a Senior position involving overseeing the entire Trade Finance operations for India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka. As a part of the role, I oversaw the overall Trade Finance Back Office Operations of India for Citigroup from Mumbai and Chennai Processing Centres of… Show more I initiated tenure as Advisor, providing support to the relationship team in handling the Global corporate Group, performing activities involving streamlining of processes and structuring Trade Finance deals. Moving on, I was elevated to a Senior position involving overseeing the entire Trade Finance operations for India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka. As a part of the role, I oversaw the overall Trade Finance Back Office Operations of India for Citigroup from Mumbai and Chennai Processing Centres of TCS Ltd. The role entailed close coordination with Global Trade Business Management Teams, Operations Teams and Technology Teams, while ensuring a high level of compliance with internal rules / regulatory guidelines. My role was pivotal in identifying key areas for business process improvement and supported performance related issues. I was also handpicked to be a part of core team that implemented strategies for optimum utilization of resources, including headcount reduction & process improvement. Show less

As Head - Business Development, I consistently amplified revenue as well as profitability targets through strategic & tactical decisions and business development efforts.Throughout, I built the entire funding module from a scratch which focused on the ESOP holder with various FIs; launched the same in Sep’11. Cracked a large assignments resulting in incremental business; led bidding & business development in form of new accounts across Southeast Asia and West Asia. Strengthened tie-ups… Show more As Head - Business Development, I consistently amplified revenue as well as profitability targets through strategic & tactical decisions and business development efforts.Throughout, I built the entire funding module from a scratch which focused on the ESOP holder with various FIs; launched the same in Sep’11. Cracked a large assignments resulting in incremental business; led bidding & business development in form of new accounts across Southeast Asia and West Asia. Strengthened tie-ups with consultancy firms across geographies to provide services for back-end planning of ESOP compensation.Moreover, I ensured strict regulatory compliance in coordination with SEBI & RBI. Established strong relationships with Private Equity Players, Head of HR, CFO, Board Members & Promoters. Show less

Here, I led a team of Relationship Managers and handled the entire Corporate Banking Portfolio for Pune & Maharashtra regions. My role was recognized in designing & driving a highly effective strategy, delivering unprecedented revenue growth for the region. As a part of my role, I managed a diverse portfolio of clients including domestic and multinational groups. I also successfully maintained highest service standards and achieved exemplary levels of CSAT, while driving a combined strategy… Show more Here, I led a team of Relationship Managers and handled the entire Corporate Banking Portfolio for Pune & Maharashtra regions. My role was recognized in designing & driving a highly effective strategy, delivering unprecedented revenue growth for the region. As a part of my role, I managed a diverse portfolio of clients including domestic and multinational groups. I also successfully maintained highest service standards and achieved exemplary levels of CSAT, while driving a combined strategy that focused on team motivation & capability along with high level of engagement with the customers. As a part of my role, I also facilitated smooth recovery in case of defaults by corporate banking clients and initiated legal actions. Show less

During the tenure, I rendered advisory for M&As, Private Equity and Business Valuations. I also executed the exercise of classifying prospective clients in the Emerging Corporate Segment and interacted closely with promoters.

Here, I acted as SPOC for all GE Commercial Finance products (including Term Loans and Operating Leases), for Mumbai & Rest of Maharashtra. During the tenure, I successfully structured 2 aircraft financing deals for leading corporate groups of Pune and a Term Loan for a leading corporate house in Mumbai.

Jul’1999 – Jun’2004: ICICI Bank Ltd., Mumbai & Pune Growth Path: Jul’1999 - Mar’2001: Product Manager – Domestic Correspondent BankingApr’2001 - Mar’2002: Relationship Manager – Cash Management Services Apr’2002 - Jun’2004: Senior Relationship Manager - Corporate Banking Group, Pune

Jun’1996 - Jul’1999: HDFC Bank Ltd., Mumbai Growth Path:June’1996– Dec’1996: Management Trainee – Operations&Trade Finance DepartmentJan’1997– Dec’1997: Senior Officer – OperationsJan’1998 – July’1999: Relationship Manager – Correspondent Banking & Capital Markets