I am a seasoned business leader with Business Development, Sales & General Management expertise in Furniture and FMCG industries, across India and the Middle East. I have handled P&L and board level responsibilities for over 14 years now. - As the Business Head of Bahwan Furnishings (Oman), I : • Doubled revenues and crossed the Rs 100 crore mark at Bahwan Furnishings through Business Development, Sales and Manufacturing initiatives. • Won several multi-million dollar contracts. Set up a new manufacturing unit and used technology to increase productivity and quality. Increased employee productivity by 63%. • Revamped the Home Furniture Retail Business by renovating the flagship showroom and opening several additional showrooms in smaller cities. • Entered the Office Furniture business and set up an exclusive concept showroom, backed by a dedicated team of designers and sales staff. - As the Business Head for Furniture & Joinery (Doors and other wooden furniture products) at KEF Infrastructure India Ltd, I established India’s most sophisticated manufacturing business for Furniture and Doors. We won prestigious contracts from leading Hotels and Hospitals. - I started my career in FMCG and worked in Marketing and Sales & Distribution with Nestle and Britannia. - I am comfortable in a VUCA world. I have worked across countries, cultures and industries as varied as FMCG, Telecom and Furniture, and loved & succeeded in them. - I have led Sales teams and spearheaded Business Development. - I am a 'people person'. I love to lead and challenge teams. - I believe in thorough planning and great execution, with a clear focus on the business goal.