Pravin Karde
🌟 Startup Mentor & Consultant | Empowering Entrepreneurs | Nurturing Dreams into Reality 🌟
Pune,Maharashtra
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented executive with 23+ years of experience driving innovation and growth in technology-driven environments. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, develop strategic partnerships, and deliver impactful solutions in both private and social sectors. Demonstrated expertise in international business development, fundraising, and project management. Passionate about empowering communities and fostering sustainable development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Mentor
Startup India
01.2024 - Current
- Provide mentorship and guidance to entrepreneurs on various aspects of business development, including strategy, marketing, and fundraising.
- Leverage extensive network to connect entrepreneurs with potential investors and partners.
- Help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and achieve their business goals.
- Supported clients during critical decision-making processes, offering expert advice grounded in industry experience.
Director of Corporate Development
Preventiwell Healthcare LLP
09.2023 - Current
- Established new business relationships with strategic partners, expanding market reach and increasing brand visibility.
- Evaluated joint venture opportunities to expand product offerings or enter new markets, capitalizing on lucrative growth prospects.
- Analyzed market trends and corporate positioning and uncovered new markets, sectors and opportunity types.
- Participated in early evaluations and due diligence to align with strategic objectives and offered informed voice on integration planning and risks.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
International Business Director
Ehealthsystems Healthcare Limited
01.2022 - Current
- Spearhead international business development efforts, expanding the company's reach into new markets.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Develop and implement marketing and sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the international healthcare community.
- Drove business expansion by identifying new markets, conducting research, and developing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
Business Development Director
Anupam Global Services
02.2014 - 03.2022
- Created customized solutions for clients by understanding their unique needs and preferences, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction levels.
- Developed comprehensive proposals to successfully win lucrative projects from major clients.
- Led international business development initiatives, securing major contracts and partnerships
- Managed a portfolio of projects across multiple client bases, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction
- Built and expanded the ecosystem of partners, including infrastructure companies, PPP partners, SIs, and consultants
HOD EGovernance Projects
Overseas Infrastructure Alliance
02.2009 - 02.2014
- Developed domestic and overseas markets for EPC-based e-Governance projects in Africa and Asia
- Built relationships with clients, project consultants, government offices, and ministers
- Created an ICT Business Plan focusing on the African market
- Presented telemedicine solutions at the African Union Summit and initiated projects in many countries in East and West Africa
Roles in Business Dev, Account Mgmt and Projects
SEEinfobiz, Delphi Computech, HECL, Axis, Intigma
10.2000 - 01.2009
- Responsible for business development activities in multiple regions, targeting key accounts and managing business alliances.
Education
MBA - Computer Systems Analysis
Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies
Pune, India 06.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelore of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Government College of Engineering
Amravati, India 06.1993 - 06.1998
Skills
Leadership: Visionary leader with a track record of building high-performing teams and inspiring a culture of innovation
Strategic Planning: Adept at developing and executing comprehensive strategic plans to achieve organizational goals
Business Development: Proven ability to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, both domestically and internationally
Fundraising: Successful in securing funding from diverse sources, including government grants, private investors, and corporate sponsorships
Project Management: Experienced in managing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and within budget
Relationship Building: Skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Communication: Excellent communicator with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
Languages
Marathi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
Export Management
Key Projects
- Startup Mentorship and Consultation: As a startup mentor and consultant, empowered entrepreneurs and nurtured their dreams into reality. , work includes advising startups, providing strategic guidance, and fostering innovation.
- Preventiwell Healthcare LLP: Developed a groundbreaking solution in preventive healthcare, integrating mobile and web platforms, real-time reporting, and government collaboration.
- Community Impact: commitment to positive change and societal issues suggests projects related to community impact. Whether through social enterprises, nonprofit work, or other initiatives, made a difference in people’s lives.
- Telemedicine Solution for Primary Rural Health Delivery: Presented this solution at the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, showcasing its potential to improve healthcare access in rural areas.
- Telemedicine Projects in India, Africa: Initiated and developed telemedicine projects in these countries, demonstrating a commitment to expanding healthcare services through technology.
Timeline
Business Mentor
Startup India
01.2024 - Current
Director of Corporate Development
Preventiwell Healthcare LLP
09.2023 - Current
International Business Director
Ehealthsystems Healthcare Limited
01.2022 - Current
Export Management
06-2015
Business Development Director
Anupam Global Services
02.2014 - 03.2022
Tender and Contracts
06-2012
HOD EGovernance Projects
Overseas Infrastructure Alliance
02.2009 - 02.2014
Roles in Business Dev, Account Mgmt and Projects
SEEinfobiz, Delphi Computech, HECL, Axis, Intigma
10.2000 - 01.2009
MBA - Computer Systems Analysis
Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies
06.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelore of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Government College of Engineering
06.1993 - 06.1998