Auto industry veteran, motivational speaker, corporate speaker, board of Director and an exceptional orator, Arun Malhotra is an IIM-Calcutta graduate (1983). He holds a rich history in India's nascent auto industry. Having worked at Bajaj Auto, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Nissan India over 3 decades, and has immensely contributed to the growth of the manufacturing industry. Notably, he served as MD at Nissan India. Arun excelled in brand building, marketing, retail, rural outreach, and strategy formulation. He's overseen new product launches and traveled widely for sales.
As a visiting faculty at IIM-Kolkata, he shares his insights. Arun attended executive programs at Kellogg School of Management (2009) and Harvard Business School (2011). Renowned for auto industry expertise, he's a sought-after keynote speaker and panelist for CNBC, ET Now, NDTV, and more. He also lectures at esteemed business schools like IIM-Bangalore, MDI Gurgaon, and IIFT.
Harish Bijoor, known as an Ambassador of Brands, is a seasoned brand and business strategy specialist with over two decades of corporate experience. He has been a faculty member at the Indian School of Business for 20 years, alongside teaching engagements at international business schools. Harish is a multifaceted professional, blending roles as a practitioner, consultant, and academic. With an illustrious corporate career spanning Hindustan Unilever Limited, Tata Global Beverages Limited, and Zip Telecom Limited, he brings a wealth of industry expertise to his teaching and consulting endeavors. Harish's unique blend of practical experience and academic insight makes him a sought-after authority in marketing and brand management.
Venu Nair, former MD of Shoppers Stop, has joined apparel marketplace Myntra as chief of strategic planning and omnichannel. Nair comes with an experience of over 30 years in retail, sourcing, business analysis and strategy. He has joined Myntra’s senior leadership team where he will be responsible for strengthening Myntra’s existing international brands portfolio, while building strategic partnerships with leading global brands. Nair leverages his 30+ years of experience in the retail industry to mentor and provide strategic guidance and operational support to the senior management and board of directors. He is passionate about growing international and Indian retail brands and delivering value to the customers, shareholders, and employees.
He has also held senior leadership roles at Westside, Tata Trent, and Marks and Spencer, where he demonstrated skills in P&L management, business development, planning, and operations management.
A performance driven professional with experience of working with country’s most renowned groups such as Tata AIG; Future Generali India Life Insurance Co Ltd; ; Aegon Religare Life Insurance Co Ltd , ING VYSYA , Tupperware India Pvt Ltd as an employee and Entreprenuer
•Erstwhile Regional Training Head with reputed private insurance companies.
•Extensive domain knowledge in Insurance ( All Channels ) , Direct Selling ( Multi level , Tier Systems ) . US Banking & Lending Norms
•Functions such as training , distribution & channel Management , process management .
•Completed Diploma in Public Relations from BILAMS, Kolkata in 1998
•Licentiate level for the Fellowship of the Insurance Institute of India in November 2004
•First level of LOMA – 2004
•Strong Customer and people orientation with hands on, collaborative working style.
•An excellent interpersonal, Customer Relationship Management, Organizational and Team Management abilities.
An established senior business leader in Retail and Consumer Technology sectors with around 14 years of expertise in Fashion, Apparel, Luxury, Lifestyle, Footwear, Beauty & Personal Care, Home Furnishing and FMCG / CPG / Food; encompassing Omnichannel, Ecommerce, Marketplaces and Offline retail across Global and Indian markets.
Specialized in AI in Retail, Planning, Revenue Growth, Brand & Category management, Marketing, Consumer Research & Insights, Sales, Digital, Strategy, Buying, Merchandising, Market Entry, Launches, Pricing, Promotions, Business Development. I have also successfully led marketplace brand partnerships with industry giants such as Amazon, Walmart- Flipkart- Myntra, Reliance and Nykaa.
Impressive Track Record: As a core founding team member and having worked with leading organizations such as IKEA, Landmark Group, Forever New, Bodyshop, Swiggy in pivotal roles; she has delivered profitable turnarounds & achieved exponential financial growth from x to 10x.
Satish Kumar, a seasoned International Facilitator, Consultant, Executive Coach, and Lead Trainer based in New Delhi, boasts a rich professional journey spanning over 39 years. With a diverse background encompassing 20 years in sales & marketing leadership and the last 19 years devoted to coaching, training, and consulting, Satish has excelled in various domains. He has conducted impactful workshops on Leadership, Managerial Skills, Team Building, Motivation, and more for diverse industries globally. Satish, a certified Executive Coach (ICF), DiSC profiler, and MBTI Certified Coach, has left his mark on companies like Dabur, Vodafone, Coca-Cola, and Hero Motocorp, extending his expertise across India and international locations like South Korea, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia.
Pritha Dubey, an accomplished Sales, Negotiation & Leadership coach, empowers C-Suite executives, senior consultants, and women entrepreneurs through her 18 years of expertise in Banking, Financial Services, and Learning & Development. As the visionary behind SUCCESS VITAMIN, a transformative coaching & training academy, Pritha is dedicated to unearthing the potential within leaders and women entrepreneurs, fostering both financial and emotional abundance. Serving as a coaching partner to senior leaders in the Indian subcontinent & South Asia, she advocates for self-awareness to drive impactful life and business choices. Pritha's approach is characterized by simplicity, elegance, experiential learning, and a results-oriented focus. An esteemed Official Member of Forbes Coaches Council, she holds certifications in coaching, emotional intelligence, sales capacity assessment, and executive coaching from globally recognized institutions.
Durgesh Satpathy, a seasoned trainer, currently holds the position of Principal at Imperial College Bargarh. With a fervent dedication to educational excellence, he has authored three novels, showcasing a remarkable talent for storytelling. In addition to his role as a principal, Durgesh has conducted impactful faculty development programs, specializing in Handwriting Analysis and Psychometric Tools. His expertise as a trainer extends beyond traditional educational boundaries, contributing to the professional growth of educators and creating an environment conducive to continuous learning.
Vimal’s senior leadership roles in Operations & Manufacturing give him a unique outlook as a Coach. In his long and distinguished career, a major insight was that to achieve desired results, doing things differently is critical; tough decisions are needed, and one cannot satisfy everyone. As a Coach, Vimal supports his clients in their journey to self-awareness and challenges them to take personal responsibility. Vimal is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. He has trained and consulted with some of the most respected companies like TATA Consulting, Bajaj Finance, Zurich Insurance, Oracle, State bank of India, as well as rapidly growing companies, to improve their approach and sales skills. His training, consulting, and executive coaching services help improve sales performance and deliver results.
Anita, a seasoned professional with over 35 years in diverse sectors, boasts a rich career weaving through esteemed organizations. Her journey spans from spearheading India operations for FORTUNE under Time Inc. New York to strategic consulting with media giants in Bangladesh. From founding a training institution in Kolkata to driving revenue for India's prominent music and ICT platforms, her expertise is multifaceted. With extensive experience in media sales, marketing, and team leadership at ABP Group, she possesses a profound understanding of people—knowing how they think and what inspires their best performance. Her coaching spectrum spans senior leadership, high-potential executives, mid-level managers, and women leaders. Areas of expertise include Leadership & Performance Development Coaching, Sales Coaching & Mentoring, Business Consulting, and Training/Teaching.
Roshni Baronia, a certified Strategic Sales Expert and Founder of RB Consulting, has a career marked by entrepreneurial triumphs. From nurturing a thriving eCommerce venture to founding RB Consulting, a boutique firm specializing in bespoke sales advisory and strategy consulting for women-led businesses, Roshni has showcased her strategic acumen. As the host of the podcast - 'Ace the Sales', Roshni empowers female small business owners with skills, systems, and mindset for effective sales conversations. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Women consultants of India by Consultant Review magazine in 2020, Roshni's contributions extend to being a TEDx Speaker, an author, and a member of Entrepreneur Magazine's Leadership Network. Her accolades include the 'Face of the Year 2019' and the Women Excellence Award. A featured guest on CNBC Awaaz Entrepreneur, Roshni is a mentor, speaker, and advocate for skill and entrepreneurship development.
Ajai is a seasoned executive and an ICF-accredited Leadership and Executive Coach, harnessing 45 years of diverse leadership experience. As a coach with IMD Business School, Switzerland, and a certified coach with John Maxwell Team, Ajai brings a wealth of knowledge to his clients. With over 3000 coaching hours, he's a leading executive coach in India, focusing on Leadership, Strategy, and Sales Coaching. Ajai has transformed major corporations like Deloitte and Adobe Systems, enhancing their sales skills and performance. A decorated military veteran and corporate leader at NIIT Ltd, Ajai's multifaceted journey makes him an influential global coaching expert, celebrated with awards like the 'Dr. Marshall Goldsmith Achievement in Coaching' and 'Best in Class Leadership Coach.' Ajai's impact extends to hosting the "Leadershift" radio show, reaching 150 countries, solidifying his legacy in leadership development. His training, consulting, and executive coaching services help improve sales performance and deliver results.
Born in a refugee camp in Maharashtra, Suresh started his career with a job of just Rs 300 per month to 300 times oversubscribed IPO in 1995, followed by a Presidential Award, now a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Business Coach, International OKR Coach, Author of 6 Books and Chief Energy Officer of Tajurba India's Fasted Growing Community of MSMEs. His audacious goal is to connect ten million MSMEs of India and Get them FREEDOM from expensive marketing by way of Community Commerce enabled by Tajurba Connect App. He is the author of the book "Super Power Networker: Blueprint for Business Networking". He aims to teach people what networking is and how it can contribute to your business growth and success.
As an integral part of multiple start-ups, I have had the opportunity to start from scratch and grow some of the biggest and very unique portfolios in multiple industries like New-Age Logistics, Advertising, and InsurTech. 4+ years as part of Blackbuck (Zinka logistics - India's biggest online freight marketplace) setting up and expanding two major divisions (business development and supply) and handled FMCG vertical handling one of the biggest Indian portfolios ingross revenue.
Introducing Anand A Devchakke: a seasoned author, renowned speaker, and communication maestro with a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years in the financial services industry. With four published books under his belt, Anand is not only a prolific writer but also a distinguished coach and expert in presentations and communication. His exceptional contributions to society have been recognized through prestigious awards, reflecting his unwavering dedication to making a positive impact. Anand's journey is characterized by his passion for empowering others, serving as a motivator and guide to countless individuals seeking personal and professional growth. Prepare to be inspired and enlightened as you delve into the world of Anand A Devchakke.
A Go-To-Market (GTM) specialist managing functions including Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Product Support, Strategy, Partnerships, and Revenue Operations. Sales and Marketing in SaaS Solution. If you are looking for a Speaker, Panelist for Artificial Intelligence in Sales and Marketing, Drop me a message. Develop and Design Strategies around, Sales, Customer Experience, Social Media, Profitability for the Emerging + Developed markets. Large Value (Million$) to Transaction selling with CIO, CMO, CHRO. Strong Network in the Outsourcing, Internet, Cloud and Talent.
Sampark Sachdeva, a seasoned professional, excels in scaling bootstrapped ventures and conducting corporate trainings under SamparkSeSampark. With over 12 years of experience in sales and marketing, he has held leadership roles at prominent brands such as Asian Paints, Ola, and Oyo, managing diverse teams across various regions and genres. Recognized as one of India's Top 100 marketing and sales professionals by Oracle and Paul Writer in 2019, Sampark is renowned for his extensive network, boasting over 100,000 LinkedIn followers. He has received accolades such as the LinkedIn Spotlight Award 2019 and participation in the LinkedIn Creator Accelerator Program 2022. Named the Best Digital Coach of the Year 2021 at the India Coaching Awards, Sampark has conducted over 175 training sessions, impacting more than 20,000 individuals since March 2020. He is dedicated to sharing his expertise and empowering others through SamparkSeSampark, his startup venture.
A Post Graduate in Human Resources and Marketing, and a Certified NLP Practitioner who is concentrating now on Transforming People. Specialist in Parenting, Leadership and Motivational Training with more than 13 years of experience in various streams. A Certified Train The Facilitator Trainer and Modules Designer. Have industriously trained a heterogeneous group of participants from Govt. Organizations, Management Aspirants, Training Executives, Senior Level Managers. A hardworking individual with a wealth of Practical Skills who strives to accomplish meritorious standard in all works.
Sreedhar Prasad is a towering figure in the Consumer Internet arena, renowned for his ability to propel local tech products into global markets starved for innovation. His expertise spans E-commerce, FinTech, Internet Technologies, Media, and Scalable businesses. With an impressive consulting portfolio featuring major players like PayTM, Flipkart, Google, Facebook, and others, Sreedhar's two decades of global consulting experience have made an indelible mark in the technology and Digital Transformation domains.
As a luminary in the field, Sreedhar excels at introducing cutting-edge tech innovations to markets keen for product advancements. His global outlook breathes life into diverse revenue streams and strategic investments for major corporations and government entities across India and the Middle East. As a workshop facilitator specializing in Digital Transformation, Sreedhar brings transformative strategies and forward-thinking approaches, enabling organizations to thrive in the dynamic digital era.
Executive Educator, Lecturer in Marketing and Strategy, and Consultant - thirty-three years of experience in managing Start-up Operations, Business Development, and Marketing. Overall 38+ years of experience - 25 years in corporate PLUS 13 years in the Consulting and Executive Education. He has been the India Head for two multi-national companies. Conducted over 6000+ hours of training in various industry verticals.
A business practitioner with over two decades of leadership experience in starting and growing operations with various global fortune 500 companies like Philips, Johnson Controls, ABB, UTC and Bajaj Group (BEL). Currently associated with various Organizations as part of Advisory boards , building startups and Independent Director in Allied Digital Services. An author of Amazon's Best Seller and Golden Book Award-winning Book 'Reimagine High-Value Sales'. Authority in B2B in both complex sales and SaaS modeling. Associated with various Education Institutes, as a Member of the Board of Studies and an Honorary Member of the National Council for Green and Eco-friendly Movement (CGEM) at ASSOCHAM. A 'Mentor of Change' in the Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog. An agent for positive change who helps businesses transform.
Mihir Koltharkar, also known as Mr. Sales, is a globally recognized Sales Trainer featured among the 'Top 20 Global Trainers - Sales.' He has earned accolades such as the 'Master Trainer: Pride of India for Negotiation Skills' and the 'Global Training and Development Leadership Award.' With his structured approach to sales and negotiation, Mihir has empowered individuals and organizations across 12 countries to significantly increase turnover and profits. As an esteemed Trainer and Speaker, he captivates audiences with his engaging delivery style, ensuring sessions are unforgettable experiences. Mihir's sessions are renowned for their thought-provoking content, interactivity, and incorporation of diverse techniques such as NLP. Whether you're a Sales Professional or Business Owner facing challenges in conversion rates, negotiation, or sales strategy, Mihir's proven approach and positive mindset can drive remarkable improvements in sales and profits.
Shikha Nag is the Founder and Director of Indian Academy of Public Speaking. She is a management graduate with corporate work experience across hospitality, tours and travels, education, training and exhibitions industry. The stage has been her first love which she expresses through her efforts in Indian Academy of Public Speaking, corporate presentations and anchoring, motivational speeches, personality and image development. 2 times TEDx Speaker Author of the book "Tear the Fear - 3D Approach to Public Speaking" available on Amazon Internationally. She is a Certified Soft Skills Trainer from SQA and Certified Train the Trainer from NABET.
Yogesh Chabria is an entrepreneur, #1 bestselling author, influential speaker and the founder of The HappionaireTM Way. He is one of the most powerful and influential forces in shaping human thought and behavior in the areas of sales, happiness, business, leadership and success
psychology. He has vast experience in business, sales, happiness, innovation, technology, entrepreneurship and finance and regularly speaks, writes and consults on these topics. Ever since a young age, he has been inspiring, motivating and training people from all walks of life to unleash their true potential and realize their goals. He started selling toys at the age of 5, came out with his first IPO when he was 12 and started investing with only Rs. 750 at the age of 16. His first seminar at the age of 21 was attended by only 5 people. Since then, he has come a very long way.
Mr. Bali prefers to introduce himself as a start-up enthusiast and a team player. He has over 27 years of work experience in pre-sales, operations, technology start-up, BPO, Government Relationships, and Business Development with an ability to lead & execute on broader strategies and work with globally connected teams. He is also associated with smart city initiatives in India as a Jury member and has written a detailed policy paper titled 'Smart Cities are not Just About Concrete Jungles'.
This expert is a senior management professional at CarDekho, an online automobile search platform. Prior to this, he was the Regional Sales at XSEED Education where he was responsible for hiring, inducting, training and leading the development of an aggressive and strong sales team across Northern and Eastern parts of the country. He also worked on key projects of data analytics, sales processes and pipeline management to help streamline business processes and maintained several accounts with high-profile customers. He is a passionate business driver from Education sector to Auto, tech and e-commerce.
The expert is a senior learning and development professional at Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. He has a decade-long experience in Sales Training, Talent Management, Business Coaching & Leadership Development. He has also been a motivational speaker in Talent conclaves & leading Business Schools. Avid reader, Storyteller, mentored many Business Heads & Training Managers. His hobbies include sufi music where he can connect well with an audience of up to 300 at the workplace, a great stress reliever. His other hobbies include blogging, networking, cooking, etc.
Imran has over 21 years of experience in Training, Teaching, Facilitating and Learning & Development. Imran has excellent knowledge of call center procedures and expertise in quality assurance and is well versed in training customer service employees and supporting experienced employees to improve their performance. He creates educational material, conducts training sessions, identifies skills gaps, and ensures staff members stay motivated. He has an MBA in Training and HR and has worked with clients like HP,IBM, Airtel, Aptech, Deloitte, Samsung, Cognizant, Accenture, Sun Capital among others and is conversant in training on Selling Skills, Listening Skills, Self-Confidence, Behavioral Skills, Presentation Skills, Professional Etiquettes, Impression Management, Personality Development, Telephone/Email Etiquettes, Goal Setting and customer delight.
Currently working as the Zonal Manager for Fevicol Souvik has worked extensively in organizations spanning diverse industries like FMCG, Consumer Durables, Paints etc in verticals ranging from Sales to Trade and Customer Marketing and Product Marketing.
With an industry experience of 14 years in national level roles with some of India's most loved brands like Eveready, Emami and Fevicol, Souvik has seen the Indian Sales and Distribution setup evolving over the last decade and has been instrumental in bringing about the change in organisations he has worked in.
A GOOGLE certified digital marketer and a British Council certified marketer, Souvik is a salesman at heart who believes in Marketing with a target and selling with creativity.
An engineer by education and a salesman by choice, Priyaranjan has consciously tried to build a multi-sector, multi-geography, multi-culture fungible work profile. He started his career with selling Aluminum Roofing Sheets & been associated with diverse product categories like OTC Medicines, Alcoholic Beverages, Chocolates, Personal Care, Apparel, E. Commerce and Private Equity across India in Bluechip MNC’s as well as startups starting from Aditya Birla Group, Ranbaxy Consumer Healthcare, United Breweries, Mars Chocolates, Nivea India, Iconic Fashion, Snapdeal and Ananta Capital. After 18 Years+ of diverse experience & having led large teams as well small teams he understands the nuances of India. He is currently the CEO of Retail Businesses of Ananta Capital namely Guardian pharmacy, Bella Vita and Springwell Mattress. He was awarded the 'Most Inspiring CXO 2020 in Beauty & Fashion Industry in India by CXO Outlook.'
Priya Kumar is an Internationally Acclaimed Motivational Speaker with 28 years of Corporate Training Experience. She has worked with over 2000 Multi-National Corporates across 50 countries and has touched the lives of over 3 million people through her workshops and books. Priya has written 16 inspirational books which have won 44 International Book Awards making her the FIRST Indian Author to have done so. Her books have been translated into 11 foreign and regional languages with #1 bestseller status in all countries of release. Priya was awarded the Times of India, Speaking Tree, Good Karma Award, as India’s BEST Inspirational Author. The French Media described her as the Paulo Coelho from India. Priya is India’s first certified Fire walk Instructor and has conducted over 2000 fire walks across the globe.
Venu Gopal is a prominent life and business coach, having impacted over 20 lakh individuals through his seminars and training sessions. He has been honored with prestigious awards from the governments of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, including the Best Emerging Life Coach Award and the Social Media Star Award. Recognized by the World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises as the Best Leading Business Coach in Telugu states, his vision is to empower an additional 20+ million people. With a massive social media following of over 18 lakhs, he conducts more than 200 webinars annually to mentor individuals worldwide. Committed to serving others, he shares his experiences to help shorten their journey to success and wealth, emphasizing the value of time as the most precious asset. He is dedicated to guiding the youth towards achieving greater heights in their lives.
Anand is a seasoned expert in applying high-impact, low-cost behavioural science strategies to drive desired actions among consumers and employees of India's leading companies since 2013. With a vast repository of over fifteen thousand human behaviour experiments, his approach is grounded in empirical evidence. His groundbreaking work has garnered global recognition, featured in TIME, BBC, Forbes, and CNBC, among others. An avid writer on behavioural science, he contributes to esteemed publications like ET, Mint, and The Hindu. An acclaimed TEDx 'Editors Pick' Speaker, Anand delivers commissioned talks and workshops for renowned companies such as Mercedes Benz, Bajaj Finance, and Franklin Templeton. Prior to a decade of applying behavioural science, he spent thirteen years in advertising, sales and marketing and served top-tier clients including Unilever, P&G, and L'OreaI, consistently driving transformative results.
Ajay, an accomplished Indian executive with 25+ years in telecom, is currently a Professor-of-Practice at MIET, Jammu. Previously, he excelled as Circle Marketing Head at airtel Jammu & Kashmir till 2023. With a rich history at Bharti Airtel, Ajay led marketing at Dishnet Wireless Limited and held senior roles in customer acquisition. His journey began at Birla White, showcasing his diverse expertise. Ajay holds a BSc from Jammu University and an MBA from Poona University. Beyond academia, he advises KPMG, contributing his strategic insights. Ajay's career epitomizes leadership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in the ever-evolving telecom landscape.
Raheman Khan, an energetic and creative motivational corporate trainer, believes struggle defines one's character and is integral to success. Transitioning from a choreographer to an unconventional motivational speaker, he's etched his name in Guinness World Records, Asia, and Indian Book of Gold Records. With dreams realized, Raheman's focus shifted to helping others achieve theirs. In 2018, he ventured into the training industry, mastering essential skills and obtaining certifications from 'I.M.Possible Training Solutions,' recognized by 'Silicon India' and the 'American Tesol Institute.' Raheman's journey embodies resilience and determination, inspiring others to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.
Sanjeev Kathuria is a prominent figure in the real estate industry, boasting over three decades of expertise in sales and business development, primarily focusing on the NCR (National Capital Region) market. As the Founder, Author, and CEO of Torbit Consulting, he is renowned for his insightful works like "Torbit 2020" and "Torbit 2021", offering predictive analysis and guidance for investors and buyers. With extensive experience at ATS Group and CRC Group, Kathuria has excelled in various roles, including Executive Director and COO. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Design and Technology and has completed the 'Developing Leaders in Real Estate' program from Harvard Business School Executive Education. Beyond his corporate roles, Kathuria is actively involved in mentoring and educating future real estate professionals at Amity RICS, further enriching the educational landscape of the sector.
In coaching, Thiru guides business leaders to enhance self-awareness, transform limiting beliefs into positive ones, and gain clarity on challenges or goals. Utilizing CLI’s 46 Mind Kinetics methods, Coacharya’s models, and techniques from NLP and Transactional Analysis, he empowers leaders to project executive presence and increase influence, facilitating the transition to a coaching leadership style.
In sales, Thiru assists organizations in defining strategies, optimizing processes, and improving performance. With insights from 25 years of selling technology solutions to over 1,000 corporations, he offers expertise in deal coaching, negotiation, and achieving sales targets. Thiru is eager to share his wealth of experience to drive businesses forward.
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