ABHINAV SINGH SISODIA
Management Consulting
New Delhi,HR
Summary
Accomplished consulting professional with over 17 years of experience driving large-scale change initiatives in public and private sectors. Known for delivering innovation, operational excellence, and measurable results through strategic planning, program management, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated ability to align initiatives with organizational goals, optimize processes, and strengthen governance frameworks for sustainable impact. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and designing high-performance solutions in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4014
4014
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Entrepreneurial Ventures & Director and CTO
Reserv. Advisory Pvt. Ltd.
06.2024 - Current
- Exploring entrepreneurial opportunities by leveraging expertise in performance improvement transformation, operational excellence, and technology-driven solutions. Actively involved in building and scaling startups across diverse industries, including: 1. Online tech-based solutions consulting around application development and roll-out 2. ReServ Advisory Pvt. Ltd. (June 2025): Designing AI-based solutions for corporate office space leasing, leveraging data analytics and machine learning to optimize space utilization and reduce operational costs for businesses.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas.
Director | Transformation Consulting
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
09.2016 - 05.2024
- Strategic Growth Leadership: Played a pivotal role in scaling Grant Thornton’s Government Consulting Practice from a 100-member team in 2011 to over 3,000 professionals by 2024. Managed an annual INR 25 cr. of annual consulting turnover till across the states of MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, U.P etc.
- Team Leadership: Managed cross-functional teams of 250+ professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Enhanced the practice’s market positioning through strategic initiatives, thought leadership, and high-impact project execution, establishing it as a trusted advisor for public sector transformation.
- Policy Advisory & Reform: Specialized in policy advisory, working closely with central and state governments to design and implement evidence-based policy reforms in areas such as education, MSME, Startups, smart cities, digital governance, skills development, and public service delivery.
- Digital Transformation Leadership: Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives across public sector clients across central ministries & State Departments. Defined and executed software development strategies for large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and leveraging Agile & PMP methodologies. Established KPIs and monitoring systems for on-time, within-budget project delivery.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
Manager | Health & Public Sector Consulting
Accenture Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
02.2016 - 09.2016
- Strategy Formulation & Implementation: Advised government clients on IT strategy, digital transformation, and large-scale system implementation, including ERP systems and data center deployments.
- PLI-Based Program Management: Designed and implemented performance-linked incentive (PLI) schemes for projects such as MSIPS & EMC.
Associate Director | Government Consulting
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
02.2011 - 02.2016
- As a founding member, played a key role in expanding Grant Thornton’s Government Consulting Practice since 2011, driving growth and strengthening market positioning through strategic initiatives and impactful project execution. Specialized in policy advisory, public sector transformation, and operational efficiency, delivering solutions that improved governance and service delivery. Led high-impact programs for Madhya Pradesh and central ministries.
Senior Consultant | Performance Advisory
PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt. Ltd.
06.2008 - 02.2011
- Led high-impact projects for Central Ministries and State Departments, driving operational efficiency and policy advisory. Aligned digital transformation initiatives with government objectives, optimizing processes and enhancing service delivery through data-driven decision-making.
Education
MBA - Finance
Symbiosis Institute of International Business
Pune, Maharashtra05-2008
B.E. - Electronics & Communication
Manipal Institute of Technology
Manipal, Karnataka09-2005
Chartered Financial Analyst, L-1 - undefined
CFA Institute
Skills
Agile & PMP Methodologies
Adobe InDesign
Figma
Project management
Team management
Business development
Strategic planning
Business planning
Program management
Partnerships and alliances
Financial management
Contract and vendor management
Information technology management
Government relations
Fundraising events
Donor management
Leadership development
SECTORS HANDLED
Government | Security | Social Development | Police Modernization | Education | Transport | Industries | Startups | Smart City | Skill Development
STATE GOVERNMENT ENGAGEMENTS
Government of Madhya Pradesh | Government of Rajasthan | Government of Chhattisgarh | Government of Andhra Pradesh | Government of Telangana | Government of Rajasthan | Government of Uttar Pradesh | Government of Haryana | UT of Daman Diu
CENTRAL DEPT & MINISTRIES
Min. of Corporate Affairs | Ministry of Home Affairs | Civil Aviation | Min. of Roads & Highways | Min. of Jal Shakti | Min. of Skill Development
Timeline
Entrepreneurial Ventures & Director and CTO
Reserv. Advisory Pvt. Ltd.
06.2024 - Current
Director | Transformation Consulting
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
09.2016 - 05.2024
Manager | Health & Public Sector Consulting
Accenture Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
02.2016 - 09.2016
Associate Director | Government Consulting
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
02.2011 - 02.2016
Senior Consultant | Performance Advisory
PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt. Ltd.
06.2008 - 02.2011
Chartered Financial Analyst, L-1 - undefined
CFA Institute
MBA - Finance
Symbiosis Institute of International Business
B.E. - Electronics & Communication
Manipal Institute of Technology