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Neeru Sharma
Leadership Coach, Innovation Facilitator and Speaker
Summary
Seasoned business professional, serial entrepreneur and Social Investor. Certified Executive and Leadership Coach based out of Dubai. I have over 8 years experience coaching and mentoring social entrepreneurs in Middle East, Africa and India. At C3, I lead the expert management team.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
Education
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Experience
Managing Director
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
Interests
Summary
Seasoned business professional, serial entrepreneur and Social Investor. Certified Executive and Leadership Coach based out of Dubai. I have over 8 years experience coaching and mentoring social entrepreneurs in Middle East, Africa and India. At C3, I lead the expert management team.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
Education
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Experience
Managing Director
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
Interests
Summary
Seasoned business professional, serial entrepreneur and Social Investor. Certified Executive and Leadership Coach based out of Dubai. I have over 8 years experience coaching and mentoring social entrepreneurs in Middle East, Africa and India. At C3, I lead the expert management team.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
I started my career over 18 years ago, in the area of Corporate Strategy and Change, with some of the most premier international consulting firms. I went on to deepen my specialization into Creativity and Innovation, coupled with executive coaching of my clients in their innovation journeys. My passion for empowering women entrepreneurs drew me to Unitus, where I played the role of Country Director, and coached CEOs of partner SMEs. I also architected the design of a Social Venture Fund, which is currently the fastest investing seed fund for social entrepreneurs in India.
Over the years, I have played a variety of leadership roles and have built a successful coaching and consulting practice. I am passionate about increasing the pipeline of women leaders across the Middle East and Africa Region, and am in the process of launching THRIVE Dubai, a series of Leadership Development Workshops for women leaders in Dubai.
Having lived and worked in over 6 countries, spanning 5 continents, my experience has given me a unique sensitivity and diverse perspective that shows up in my coaching and training. I have been told that I create an inspiring, fun and lively environment for learning, and am often invited to speak at various International level forums and Universities.
Currently, I coach Entrepreneurs, Women and Social Change Leaders in Dubai and across the globe. I am also the Head Faculty for Behavioral Sciences at an International Business School in Dubai, and work closely with 2 other Business Schools coaching future leaders to be poised for a successful corporate career.
I have an MBA with Distinction from UK and have significant experience in designing and delivering experiential learning programs.
I have received my professional coaching training at CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) and am a Certified Co-Active Coach (CPCC), as well as Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the ICF.
Education
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Master of Business Administration International Business
1995-1996
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Management Science
1992-1995
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
MMS Corporate Strategy
1992-1995
Auckland House School
ICSE Grade 10
1986-1990
Experience
Managing Director
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
Marya Leadership Academy
5/2013
As a certified executive coach based out of Dubai, I coach and train Business Leaders, Women and Social Change Agents in the region and across the globe.
Growth Architect
ecube Training and Consulting
4/2013
I work closely with individuals and organisations through coaching, facilitation and training to inspire, energise, empower and engage them to reach their full potential.
I am also an Adjunct Faculty at SP Jain Centre of Management, Dubai for the Corporate Readiness Program and Passport to Excellence.
Faculty
Centre For Executive Education
4/2013
Facilitating the Delivery of various advanced curriculum courses including Corporate Strategy, Strategic Change Management, Personal and Professional Development and Strategic Project Management.
Founder and CEO
Krysalis Social Impact Advisors
2009-1/2014
Started a unique consulting firm, focused on provision of services to the social sector with the mission of driving impact for the BoP.
• Company set up and incorporation; recruitment and development of key personnel; business development; speaker at conferences and business schools on Innovation, key client acquisition, development and management
• Worked directly with CXO level client executives
• Client selection, negotiation and management
• Project/ Program Management
• New market entry strategy; identification and targeting of key clients in new markets (in Africa), proposal development, contract negotiations and finalisation
• Marketing strategy, Social Marketing initiatives, creation of marketing materials, anchoring website re-vamp, presentation content for CEO, coaching CEO
• Innovation Audits: creation of, identification of metrics, reporting framework, CEO dashboard and review process
• Creation of collaborative partnerships and networks. Working collaboratively with different country teams to bring the solution together
Advisor, New Markets
Africa Medilink Limited
11/2010-12/2011
Africa Medilink is a market leader in micro-health administration.
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant, Social Impact
12/2008-2009
Worked a variety of projects, across the social sector, with NGOs, for profit social enterprises, inclusive businesses, and Foundations. Also worked with a unique social investment fund, assisting 2 of its start up social enterprises to plan for scale.
Director, New Ventures and Country Director
Unitus
1/2008-11/2008
As Director of New Ventures, I led the development of Internally incubated social change initiatives and was involved in the creation of a Social Business Accelerator – an innovative model for accelerating social entrepreneurs focussing on income generation for the poor.
As Head of Unitus’s Bangalore office, I was responsible for all India Operations, Tax and financial compliance, finances, budget, HR, etc. Was also the Executlve Director for Unitus Advisors in India.
Principal Consultant, Microfinance Innovations and Efficiency Solutions
Unitus Inc
10/2006-1/2008
Worked on a multi-million dollar project funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to increase efficiency in 4 microfinance Institutions, following different methodologies, across the world. Used consulting as well as innovation tools to create efficiency improvements and breakthroughs in the microfinance Industry
Innovation Consultant
Erehwon Innovation Consulting
1/2004-8/2006
Held a dual role of Innovation Consultant and Head of all research/-marketing initiatives. Worked across industries including Banking and Financial Services, FMCG, telecom, Government, energy, manufacturing and services. During my work at Erehwon, I created some path-breaking methodologies and frameworks that help organizations innovate by design.
• Business Development, Client Acquisition. Responsible for maintaining long term relationships and mining existing accounts
• Consulting work areas involved developing innovation culture; leadership development; events to foster innovation; innovation pipeline support and prioritization; in-market experiments; management of change and enabling an innovation champion network.
• Anchored various strategic marketing initiatives – creation of framework for innovation course at leading business schools, management of strategic marketing events such as summits, awards, magazine publication, marketing materials, etc. Planned and executed events, vendor selection and management, meeting strict deadlines, co-ordination, negotiation and direction
• Introduced various operations initiatives to track project milestones, profitability, future pricing, etc.
• Co-created various breakthrough methodologies: The 3C Spot-Fund-Nurture model used by NABARD (India’s National Rural Bank) in the area of Rural Innovation, the service innovation process used by Erehwon; innovation audit framework and methodology.
• Conducted workshops, training sessions, and coached future leaders on generative leadership
Consultant
Ernst & Young
8/2000-9/2001
As a member of the Corporate Advisory Services team, managed, planned and executed assignments relating to Business Advisory and Strategy. Prepared and presented deliverables and reports to clients and firm senior management.
• Business Development for clients across the industry spectrum. Proposal development, research, putting the team together and on time submission and negotiations.
• Execution of projects. Presented to clients. Conducted client workshops, etc
• Tracked project metrics, presented project milestones, profitability, course correction both internally and externally to clients
Management Consultant
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
9/1997-7/2000
Worked extensively on assignments involving various aspects of systems implementation, process re-engineering and business process improvements, business analysis, strategy and corporate/government restructuring.
• Implemented various projects for different departments of the Central Government in Zambia
o Process change for National Parks and Wildlife Society
o IT systems implementation, organizational restructuring and process re-engineering for Zambia Revenue Authority
o Worked on various large projects including Strategy Planning for Bank of Zambia; Zambia National Commercial Bank and Barclays Bank PLC.
• Implemented various projects for other private sector clients in the areas of IT systems implementation as well as strategy review and strategic planning.
• Anchored proposal development for all World Bank and DfiD proposals for the Zambia office. Participated in proposal development, co-ordination with international resources, project plan development, and on-time submission
• Managed client receivables for the office– tracking, reporting and implementing strategies for recovery. Was goaled on keeping overdue to the minimum
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