Our CMD has an overall experience of about 60 years, he started his journey as a cadet in Navy in 1965 and has held various leadership positions in managing noteworthy naval bases like INS RANJIT,INS INDIA, INS DRONACHARYA, INS ANGRE and then Spent a considerable time in Managing The Oberoi Mumbai and moving on to managing various institutions including malls, factories, large corporate offices with CISS.
Ravi Kikan, a CXO with a passion for helping progressive founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, growth stage businesses and startups scale their businesses.
He has over 20 years of experience in the tech and non tech industry, and he have worked in a variety of roles, including marketing, business growth, product, sales, business development, cx, and operations. He is an expert in helping startups in building and scaling their businesses, and he has helped dozens of companies achieve their goals.
He is also the author of 6 books and always happy to connect with new people, founders, leaders, startups and share his knowledge.
Career Synopsis – Ravi Kikan Love Building, Scaling Startups & Growth Stage Companies. He has built and run the largest startup community on LinkedIn with over 1 Million global members. Board Advisor at Nasscom Community. He have worked and led as a CXO, COO, CMO, Director, Head – Business Growth Marketing Digital SaaS HRTech Tech and Non Tech businesses across in Enterprises and Startups.
Kuldeep Puri is a seasoned Sales and Marketing professional with an impressive 24-year track record, Career spans across consumer durables, print media, BFSI and real estate and he has done bachelors in computer Science from Mumbai university. Holding a management degree from IIM Calcutta, he brings a wealth of strategic expertise to the table.
Throughout his career, Mr. Puri has held leadership positions with multiple Fortune 500 companies, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing the topline performance of each organization.
His distinguished career includes noteworthy achievements in working with high-profile clients, including Mr. Vikram Pandit, Mr. Mickey Doshi, Mr. Guneet Chadha, Mr. Prameet Zaveri, Mr. Sanjay Nayar, Mr. Laxman Narasimhan, Mr. Harsh Mariwala, Mr. Nimesh Kampani, Mrs. Pallavi Uday Kotak, Sushmita Sen, Sonam Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai, Mr Amit Patel-Sintex, Mr J P Taparia-famy care, Mr. Samprada Singh-Alchem labs, Mr. Sunil Shirole-Yencon, Mr. Pankaj Udhas, Mr Vivek Talwar-Nitco, Mr Dalbir Saini -BDI Group, Mr Bharat Parekh- MD BOAML, Mr. Charudutt Dangat, Mr Pravin Agarwal- Lotus Global Equities, Mr Satyanaran Bansal-Blue Ashva Capital, Mr Arun Das-Amrop India, Mr Amarpal Sethi- Pix Transmissions, Mr Ashok Wadhwa- Ambit. Mr. Puri’s ability to personally handle such prominent clientele reflects his exceptional skills in client relations and underscores his standing as a respected figure in the industry.
AChief Business officer level Executive with over 30 years of experience of leading large & cohesive teams largely with Shyam Spectra, Ubico and Standard Chartered Bank in delivering market leadership, revenue growth & profitability across B2C, B2B, Key Accounts and enterprise verticals.
A turnaround specialist in building an organisation from scratch, providing key business insights & decisions, resolving complex business problems, and Influencing & fueling high-performance culture.
An expert in Sales & Business Development, implementing GTM Strategies, and Scaling up business operations with immense networking skills, liaison at various levels, and a strong commitment to customers, partners & stakeholders.
Known for closely monitoring business analysis, driving digital transformation, and achieving result-oriented KPIs with an eagle’s eye view of the processes.
An Inspirational & Enterprising People Leader, nurturing an ecosystem of dynamic multicultural environments fostering development opportunities and motivating team members’ high performance.
Aditi Puri, a highly accomplished professional with over 14 years of experience, has excelled in Mumbai and Pune as an Associate Director for media projects and Head of Human Resources, specializing in Celebrity Management, Line Production, and Pre and Post Production.
She has held key leadership roles at Sanjay Duttt Productions, Kumar Gurav Productions, Asha Publicity, Clapboy Productions Pvt Ltd, Ksera Sera Productions, and Go Bananas Pvt. Ltd, showcasing her expertise in the Media, IT, and Telecom Industry, and has collaborated with top corporates and brands.
Renowned for her integrity, intelligence, creativity, and business acumen, she is a go-to person for planning, implementing, and executing all media-related tasks, leveraging her detailed acumen in Human Resources, Production, and Direction. Currently, she is working on her upcoming book as an author.
Chaitanya is an experienced Chief Technology Officer with a demonstrated track record of success in the information technology and services industry.
With a proven history of working in diverse IT roles, he has showcased his expertise in steering technology initiatives and contributing to the growth of organizations.
Chaitanya’s professional journey reflects a deep understanding of IT industry dynamics, marked by successful implementations, strategic leadership, and a keen ability to navigate technological challenges. His experience attests to a commitment to innovation, efficient system integration, and the application of cutting-edge solutions. Chaitanya is a valuable asset in leveraging technology for business success, making him a respected figure in the IT industry.
With a passion for digital marketing and a track record of helping over multiple startups establish and grow their brands, Shabaz bring’s a wealth of experience to the table with his prior experience from Flipkart.
Over the past eight years, Shabaz had the privilege of navigating the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing. From SEO and content marketing to social media strategy and paid advertising, He has mastered the skills to deliver impactful results.
Building lasting relationships with clients and colleagues is at the heart of what he do. Shabaz thrive on collaboration and love exploring innovative ways to tackle challenges and seize opportunities.
The digital marketing landscape is ever-changing, and Shabaz is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and technologies. Continuous learning and adaptability are key to his success.
Anupama Soni brings over 22 years of experience with renowned brands like Airtel, Vodafone, IIT Bombay, and Taj Group of Hotels.
Her expertise spans Energy, Telecom, Education, Fintech, and Hospitality sector. An alumnus of IIT Bombay, she has successfully managed brands such as Aris Bioenergy, Lion Charge, Steam House India. Noteworthy clients include Padmashri and Arjuna awardees Jeev Milkha Singh, Shiv Kapur, and KingsXI.
Anupama was also honoured by the state government for her contributions to Jumbo COVID facilities and played a key role in the 2014 assembly election campaign for a senior cabinet minister.
Himanshu thinks beyond crafting diverse applications like e-commerce platforms and multi-gym management software, Himanshu’s leadership qualities shine in efficiently managing high-performing teams.
As a technical enthusiast, Himanshu bridge the gap between technical intricacies and effective teamwork. From finance management apps to complex OTT platforms, and even extending to Cloud Computing, social media, chatting apps, and multi-level AI applications, Himanshu have successfully led projects to success, emphasizing a harmonious blend of technical excellence and collaboration.
Apassionate champion of meaningful connections, Tara leads Ppllus’ dedicated team of customer service champions. With a deep understanding of user needs and a genuine desire to exceed expectations, she ensures that every Ppllus user feels supported and empowered to navigate the platform with ease.
Beyond resolving issues and offering guidance, Tara thrives on fostering a community atmosphere within the Ppllus family. Her dedication to creating exceptional customer experiences aligns perfectly with our core values of authenticity, engagement, and local exploration.
When she’s not leading her team or strategizing ways to further enhance the user experience, Tara enjoys exploring hidden local gems or connecting with friends via Ppllus.
