Lakshmi
COO/Managing Director - India - iCEO #81298

Experience

I have proven success in business generation, operations management, entrepreneurship, and Executive Search & Recruitment industries in both IT & Non-IT Sectors over the past 26 years

Major Achievements

Founder and Managing Director of ISF, a specialized Service Platform For Executive Search & Technology businesses wherein we have developed in-house apps like Bengaluru Suddi, Must Love Pets, and ISF Job Portal. Prior to ISF, spearheaded Leadership roles with INAC (Aryan HR), Headhunters India, Areva T &D, Bharath Headhunters, etc., and helped in scaling up business both in personnel and revenue. Expanded market share for ISF, other organizations for business operations, on an average from 30 percent to 55 percent, increasing existing profit margins by 40 to 60 percent, with a higher quality of services. My core strengths are Visionary leadership and executive oversight experience Goal-setting and strategic planning skills, Proven value as a strategic advisor Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary group, Strong communication skills and ability to build consensus, Industry Expertise Financial acumen, Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, Fundraising abilities Public/community relations, and experience as a spokesperson, Other board interaction experience, internal and external governance experience, social & Civic committee work, With my expertise and experience in business & operations strategies, I am keen to be a part of great teams, dynamic growth, and strategic organizations for new roles & challenges for greater Heights of Success.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Expert in Executive Searches related to above tech

Genetics

Professional Objectives

Function: MD, CEO, COO, Board of Directors, Strategic Adviser,

Sector: Strategic Consulting, Senior Management Consulting, Leadership Search, Executive Team, Retainer

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Part time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: Anywhere across the preferred countries selected

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Canada

India

South Africa

Switzerland

USA

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)

Close down or sell off (Professional)