Headline

Driving Strategic Growth & Governance Excellence | Director - Valence Advanced Materials | Independent Director | Sales & Market Expansion Expert | 20+ yrs | Ex-SEFAR | IIM-N & IICA Certified

About

I am an accomplished business leader with over two decades of experience in the Filtration and Composites industries. My career journey reflects progressive growth, starting as a Sales Engineer and advancing to my current role as a Director. Along the way, I have developed a proven track record of driving strategic growth, building high-performing teams, and achieving business objectives. In addition to my industry expertise, I am a Certified Independent Director, bringing a deep understanding of corporate governance and strategic oversight to the table. My diverse experience and leadership skills equip me to add value in advisory and decision-making roles, ensuring alignment with stakeholder interests and long-term business sustainability. Key Highlights: Successfully grew sales and market share across diverse industries, including Automotive,Aerospace, Industrial filtration and composites. Spearheaded new market development, increasing turnover from scratch to significant milestones in both filtration media and composite materials. Played a pivotal role in establishing branch operations, managing key accounts, and driving team capabilities in leadership roles. Earned credentials in senior management and independent directorship, underscoring my commitment to continuous learning and leadership excellence. Areas of Expertise: Corporate Governance & Board Advisory Strategic Business Development Market Penetration & Client Relationships Team Building & Leadership Sales Growth & Key Account Management I am passionate about delivering innovative solutions and contributing to organizational growth while ensuring the highest standards of governance and accountability. Let’s connect and explore opportunities to collaborate and grow!

Location

Bengaluru

Work experience

Director at Valence Advanced Materials, Apr 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Head - Filter Components at Sefar India Private Limited, Aug 2019 - Mar 2023 · 3 yrs 8 mos, INDIA

Application Sales Manager - India & Subcontinent - Automotive at Sefar India Private Limited, Aug 2016 - Jul 2019 · 3 yrs, Bengaluru Area, India

Regional Manager at Sefar India Private Limited, Oct 2012 - Jul 2016 · 3 yrs 10 mos, Bangalore

Education

Senior Management Program, Indian Institute of Management Nagpur

Post Graduate Diploma, Business Administration, Welingkar Institute of Management