PRASHANTH PAI T

Senior Business Development & Sales Leader
BANGALORE, IN.

About

Highly accomplished engineering professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in Business Development, Marketing, Client Relationship, and Channel Management. Proven ability to accelerate business growth, penetrate new markets, and drive revenue through strategic initiatives and high-performance team leadership. Seeking challenging senior-level assignments within dynamic growth organizations, leveraging expertise in lighting, telecom, and B2B solutions.

Work

Venture Lighting India Ltd
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National Sales Manager, LED Division

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Led national sales and business development for the LED division, driving strategic initiatives from organizational design to market penetration and key account management.

Highlights

Designed and implemented comprehensive sales strategies, including organization, channel, and key account frameworks, to optimize market penetration and achieve sales growth.

Finalized priority market segments and product management strategies, aligning offerings with market demands to drive volume and revenue.

Trained and coached the sales team on Miller Heiman Strategic Selling Concepts, enhancing capabilities and improving sales performance.

Successfully procured futuristic Human Centric & IoT Lighting Solutions for major Key Accounts like ITC and Tech Mahindra, demonstrating expertise in advanced lighting technologies.

Acted as Business Head for the Venture Lighting LED Unit for one year, providing strategic guidance across Technology, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Quality functions.

Tejas Energy Solutions
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Founder

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Founded an energy solutions venture, partnering with lighting companies to offer end-to-end B2B solutions and driving early-stage business development.

Highlights

Initiated and established a B2B solutions venture, forging strategic partnerships with leading lighting companies to deliver comprehensive offerings.

Spearheaded business entry strategy, marketing, product development, and sales operations, laying foundational frameworks for market penetration.

Identified market opportunities and developed innovative solutions, demonstrating entrepreneurial drive and strategic foresight in a competitive landscape.

Managed all facets of startup operations, from conceptualization to execution, showcasing strong leadership and cross-functional management abilities.

GE India Industrial Pvt Ltd
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Regional Sales Manager, Southern Region

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Led regional sales operations for the Projects division, cultivating a high-performance culture and driving significant market share growth across the Southern region.

Highlights

Built and led the Southern Sales Team, fostering a high-performance culture that resulted in the team becoming the best performing.

Achieved the highest All India Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 104% over four years, significantly outpacing national growth benchmarks.

Secured the highest regional contribution to All India sales and profitability at 40% for two consecutive years, underscoring strong market leadership.

Successfully implemented Channel Partner and Key Account Strategies, leading to a significant increase in business flow and market penetration.

Led the 'Sales Simplification Process' for the Lighting Business as 'Simplification Leader', streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency.

Nominated for the GE RISE Programme, recognizing high potential and leadership capabilities within the organization.

Philips Electronics India Ltd
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Area Manager, Projects & Institutional Channel (Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa)

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Managed sales and institutional channels across Mumbai, Maharashtra, and Goa, driving significant growth and expanding market presence.

Highlights

Achieved a 28% growth in 2008, marking the highest growth rate across all India operations for the period.

Secured the maximum sale of High Specification Luminaires and Lamps nationwide, demonstrating strong product promotion and sales capabilities.

Guided the team in achieving breakthroughs in key Government Accounts, including BEST, expanding public sector business.

Executed the largest Streetlighting Project in Pune, valued at Rs. 80 Million, showcasing large-scale project management and delivery.

Appointed and developed new channel partners for the Architect/Consultant segment, establishing new revenue streams for the first time in Mumbai.

Philips Electronics India Ltd
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Area Manager, Trade Professional Channel (South Region)

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Summary

Established and managed trade professional channels in the South Region, driving exceptional growth and market penetration.

Highlights

Set up the Channel and achieved a 57% growth in 2006, the highest across all India regions.

Implemented robust processes for Channel Partners, leading to a 170% growth in their business by 2007.

Appointed new Government Business partners, resulting in a 110% growth in DGS&D and overall Government Business.

Achieved a total growth of 225% in 2007, significantly expanding market footprint and sales volume.

Procured the largest Lamps Order in the organization's history, valued at Rs. 30 Million, demonstrating high-value deal closure capabilities.

Philips Electronics India Ltd
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Assistant Manager, Projects & Institutional Channel (Karnataka)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Managed projects and institutional channels in Karnataka, consistently exceeding targets and expanding market share through strategic partnerships.

Highlights

Achieved a consecutive growth of 40% over three years, consistently performing at 125% of the target.

Awarded 'Certificate of Excellence' for three consecutive years, recognizing sustained top performance.

Successfully procured and executed lighting design projects for major clients including Infosys, Texas, Motorola, Bosch, Oracle, and Cap Gemini.

Increased business share by 50% within the Consultant/Architect/Project Management Segment.

Partnered with 5 new Electrical Contractors, doubling market share in the Electrical Contractors Segment.

Appointed and developed channel partners, creating new business streams from previously untapped markets.

Philips Electronics India Ltd
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Lighting Engineer, BG LE & OEM Channel (Karnataka)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Managed the BG LE & OEM channels in Karnataka, focusing on new OEM development and energy saving initiatives.

Highlights

Appointed and developed 5 new OEM partners, significantly expanding the original equipment manufacturer channel.

Secured the biggest order in the OEM Channel for the South region, valued at Rs. 5 Million in 2003.

Conducted seminars on Energy Savings at various platforms, including ECON and Hosur Industrial Federation, promoting sustainable solutions.

Contributed to channel growth and market penetration through strategic OEM engagements and educational initiatives.

Unsiys Communications
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Sales Engineer

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Served as a Sales Engineer and Channel Partner for Siemens GmbH Germany, promoting telecom solutions and expanding market share in the region.

Highlights

Executed major orders for key clients including Multitech Software, Rational Software, and Text 100, demonstrating strong sales closure abilities.

Raised the company's market share in the assigned area by consistently registering record sales growth.

Promoted complete telecom solutions (KTS, EPABX, IVR, Telecom Management Software) through presentations to software companies, industries, and consultants.

Participated in IT Exhibitions to enhance product visibility and generate leads, contributing to brand building and market development.

Education

Karnatak University
Dharwad, Karnataka, India

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E)

Electronics & Communication

Grade: First Class

Awards

Certificate of Excellence

Awarded By

Philips Electronics India Ltd

Awarded for consistently achieving top performance and exceeding targets for three consecutive years.

Skills

Business Development & Sales

Business Development, Sales Strategy, Key Account Management, Channel Management, Market Penetration, Lead Generation, Sales Operations, B2B Sales, Go-to-Market Strategy, Revenue Growth, Volume Growth, Market Share Analysis, Client Feedback Integration, Sales Promotional Activities, Brand Building, Market Development, Strategic Selling (Miller Heiman), Large Account Management.

Leadership & Management

Team Management, Mentoring, Monitoring, Performance Management, Training & Development, Coaching, Process Optimization, Cross-functional Leadership, Leading in a Matrix Organisation, Project Management, Managing at GE, Change Acceleration.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

Client Relationship Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Interpersonal Skills, Relationship Building, Conflict Resolution, Customer Requirements Analysis, Repeat Business Cultivation.

Strategic & Analytical

Strategic Planning, Competitor Analysis, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing Intelligence, Problem Solving, Analytical Abilities, Organizational Abilities, Detail Orientation, Business Entry Strategy, Product Development.

Technical & Industry Specific

Human Centric Lighting, IoT Lighting Solutions, LED Technology, EPABX, KTS Telecom Solutions, IVR, Telecom Management Software, OEM Channel Development.