As an MBA graduate from INSEAD, I am passionate about leveraging my entrepreneurial mindset and strategic management expertise to drive growth and innovation in dynamic markets. With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in business development, I thrive on identifying new opportunities and solving complex challenges that create lasting value for both customers and stakeholders.My professional journey has been defined by a blend of entrepreneurship and strategic leadership. I founded and scaled Chirag Aqua Polymers, a pioneering polymer manufacturing company that serves a range of industries, from jewelry to healthcare. From the ground up, I led everything from market analysis and product development to financial management and team leadership. Under my leadership, we secured high-value contracts, expanded production capacity, and significantly enhanced our global presence, establishing a reputation for excellence in the industry.Currently, I am serving as New Initiatives Manager at Rapido, where I am focused on identifying and developing new business channels beyond our core ride-hailing platform. I am particularly passionate about driving financial inclusion for our driver-partners by introducing financial products such as loans, insurance, and credit-building programs, which have a direct impact on their financial well-being. I also explore other growth verticals, ensuring Rapido continues to lead in the mobility space.In addition to my entrepreneurial and leadership experience, I possess strong skills in strategic consulting, go-to-market strategies, team building, and stakeholder engagement. My track record of building businesses, leading cross-functional teams, and creating innovative solutions uniquely positions me to drive impactful change and deliver results in any organization I am part of.Let’s connect and explore how my blend of entrepreneurial passion, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution can contribute to your organization's success.
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FounderRural EquipBengaluru, Ka, In
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New Initatives ManagerRapido Jun 2024 - PresentBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaAs the New Initiatives Manager at Rapido, I am responsible for driving innovation and identifying new business channels that diversify the company’s revenue streams beyond our core ride-hailing operations. My role centers around creating value-added services and partnerships, with a particular focus on financial inclusion for our driver-partners.Currently, I am leading efforts to empower our drivers by introducing a suite of financial products designed to improve their financial… Show more As the New Initiatives Manager at Rapido, I am responsible for driving innovation and identifying new business channels that diversify the company’s revenue streams beyond our core ride-hailing operations. My role centers around creating value-added services and partnerships, with a particular focus on financial inclusion for our driver-partners.Currently, I am leading efforts to empower our drivers by introducing a suite of financial products designed to improve their financial well-being and creditworthiness. This includes offering loans, insurance, credit cards, and credit-building programs tailored for individuals with limited or no credit history. By bridging this gap, we are helping our drivers access essential financial services, ultimately fostering a more sustainable and inclusive ecosystem.In addition to financial inclusion initiatives, I am also exploring new verticals to further expand Rapido's presence and impact in areas that align with our long-term growth strategy.At Rapido, we're proud to serve over 35 million daily users and support a community of 1.3 million active drivers, making us one of the largest and fastest-growing platforms in the industry. Show less -
Strategy ManagerInnovare Partners Consulting Dec 2023 - May 2024Dubai, United Arab Emirates -
FounderChirag Aqua Polymer Mar 2018 - Aug 2022Bengaluru, KarnatakaAs Founder of a bootstrapped Medium sized enterprise, I developed the idea, analyzed the market, created a value chain plan, build executive and operations team to found and run Chirag Aqua Polymers.Despite that managing company's PnL, brand marketing, funding and finances and international partnership were my major day to day task, my sole focus was always on creating value for our customers. -
Bunsiness Development ManagerCaddman3D Apr 2017 - Jul 2018HarayanaIndia's best Rapid Prototyping and Rapid Manufacturing Center. We provide prototypes to various industries from jewelry, engineering, automotive, architecture, healthcare, Robotics, automation, consumer goods, etc.
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