Araj Mohandasan
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Experience
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Gro Tech
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Indonesia
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder
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Apr 2022 - Present
Building a data analytics platform to help MSME's scale their ecommerce business quickly. Building a data analytics platform to help MSME's scale their ecommerce business quickly.
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Antler
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Singapore
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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700 & Above Employee
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Entrepreneur
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Feb 2022 - Apr 2022
Building the next wave of tech Building the next wave of tech
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Give
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India
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Technology, Information and Internet
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100 - 200 Employee
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Consultant - Direct Projects
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May 2021 - Feb 2022
Launched the Oxygen for India Program for GiveIndia in conjunction with Ola. Opened operations in 10 cities helping hundreds of Covid patients pan India during the most trying time our nation has faced - the second wave. Double hatted the Google OGP Deployment & Vaccinate India Program where we are deploying 80 oxygen plants across India and vaccinated over 1.2 Million Indians in 6 months, respectively. Launched the Oxygen for India Program for GiveIndia in conjunction with Ola. Opened operations in 10 cities helping hundreds of Covid patients pan India during the most trying time our nation has faced - the second wave. Double hatted the Google OGP Deployment & Vaccinate India Program where we are deploying 80 oxygen plants across India and vaccinated over 1.2 Million Indians in 6 months, respectively.
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Barakat Muscat International
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO - Retail & Distribution
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Jul 2015 - Apr 2021
Built a retail chain of hypermarkets under the brand "Shukran", spread across the capital city - Muscat. Organically grew the business to 3 more outlets covering 60,000 Sq Ft of retailing space. Developed a unique shop in shop model by identifying a clear gap in the market for stores with a wide range of products at the convenience of your neighbourhood. Developed the largest fresh juice brand in Oman - Barakat and drove the expansion of the distribution division with a host of new products, brands & partnerships. Sourced leading brands from India, Sri Lanka, UAE and Saudi Arabia in the Organic, Commodities and Dairy categories through exclusive distributor agreements. Led the brands go to market strategy by acquiring exclusive sales partnerships with leading retailers and HORECA across the country. Show less
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MD Group
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Muscat Governorate, Oman
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Corporate Strategy, Investments & Expansion
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Sep 2017 - Nov 2018
Developed the local, regional & global expansion strategy for the group comprising of retail, hospitality, industrial catering and oil & gas. Concluded 3 deals valuing 8 Million dollars. Executed the exit strategy for the retail business with a 9X ROI in 5 years. Formed the central business intelligence unit and formal corporate structure for cost reduction and business optimization. Developed the local, regional & global expansion strategy for the group comprising of retail, hospitality, industrial catering and oil & gas. Concluded 3 deals valuing 8 Million dollars. Executed the exit strategy for the retail business with a 9X ROI in 5 years. Formed the central business intelligence unit and formal corporate structure for cost reduction and business optimization.
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La Terrazza International
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Muscat Governorate, Oman
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Business Development & Partnerships
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Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Developed & executed the business development strategy for the group through corporate tie ups, brand partnerships, events & festivals and an extensive online marketing campaign for the groups restaurants, hotels & resorts. Developed & executed the business development strategy for the group through corporate tie ups, brand partnerships, events & festivals and an extensive online marketing campaign for the groups restaurants, hotels & resorts.
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KPMG
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Canada
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Risk Analyst
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Sep 2014 - Jul 2015
Consulted leading Indian financial institutions in risk mitigation against operational, financial and regulatory risks. Consulted leading Indian financial institutions in risk mitigation against operational, financial and regulatory risks.
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KPMG
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Canada
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern- Transaction Advisory Services
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Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
Conducted financial analysis and financial projections for the companies in retail, FMCG and financial services sector. Conducted financial analysis and financial projections for the companies in retail, FMCG and financial services sector.
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Harvard Student Agencies
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United States
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Intern
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Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
Assisted the Harvard student resources in marketing of its course offerings such as SAT course, translation services, relocation services, tutoring services etc. Assisted the Harvard student resources in marketing of its course offerings such as SAT course, translation services, relocation services, tutoring services etc.
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Education
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Nanyang Technological University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General -
Harvard University
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The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
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S P Jain School of Global Management
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance and Financial Management Services -
IÉSEG School of Management
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Indian School Muscat