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Music , Exploring the nature ,
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Hi, I’m

Shashi Kant Tiwari

Founder & CEO
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Shashi Kant Tiwari

Summary

As a dynamic and results-driven Founder & CEO with 22 years of professional experience, I specialize in leading high-performing teams and driving exponential growth across the Engineering Business , Construction Chemicals (CC) ,Building Material , Industrial Products , Engineering Products , and MRO sectors. My career is defined by a strategic vision for innovation and a proven track record of scaling businesses from local presence to international success.Currently, as the Managing Director of Avantio Technologies, I manage end-to-end P&L, focusing on structural life enhancement and retrofitting while driving a 200% revenue growth in my first year as CEO. My leadership extends to Avantio Crew, where I bridge the gap in engineering resource management and business consulting.Key Career Milestones:Business Scaling: Successfully scaled Durabuild from a local presence to an international brand, increasing revenue 3X and boosting net profit from 4% to 18%.Strategic Leadership: Managed a volume of 35.67 Cr and expanded business operations into five new markets, significantly enhancing brand visibility.Market Dominance: While at ITW USA, I managed major national accounts including Ambuja Cement and Tata Motors, consistently achieving 120% of sales targets.Academic Excellence: Proud Gold Medalist in Mechanical Engineering from MNNIT Allahabad and a PGDM holder from IIM Lucknow.Core Expertise: P&L Management | Strategic Leadership | MRO & Construction Chemicals | Operational Excellence | Team Building (50+ Professionals) | Engineering Project Management | Business Consulting.I am passionate about collaborating with like-minded professionals to elevate businesses to new heights through data-driven strategies and a culture of excellence.Awards & Recognition:Business Leaders Award by FICCI for Innovation in CC products.Business Excellence and Leadership Awards from ITW USA (2011, 2012).Legacy Business Leader and Most Promising CEO, Durabuild 2020.Let’s connect to discuss strategic growth, industrial innovations, or leadership in the engineering and chemical segments

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Experienced with business development, team leadership, and strategic planning. Utilizes innovative problem-solving and market analysis to drive company growth and success. Track record of building and leading cohesive teams, adapting to changing business landscapes, and delivering impactful results.

Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
2
Languages

Work History

Avantio House Engineers

Founder and CEO
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Founder and Managing Director.|Avantio House Engineers Strategic Focus: Architectural Excellence & Turnkey Infrastructure Delivery Enterprise Leadership: Architected and led a premier B2C civil engineering brand specializing in the high-end residential and commercial construction sectors. End-to-End Project Lifecycle: Direct a comprehensive service portfolio encompassing architectural design, strategic consulting, and prime contracting for complex building projects. Strategic Consulting: Deliver expert-led engineering consultancy to optimize structural integrity, space utilization, and aesthetic value for discerning private and corporate stakeholders. Operational Excellence: Oversee integrated project delivery systems that ensure precision engineering, fiscal transparency, and adherence to rigorous safety and quality standards. Market Expansion: Leverage over 22 years of industrial expertise to redefine the B2C engineering landscape through innovation-led construction methodologies. P&L Management: Manage full-spectrum financial stewardship and business development strategies to sustain market leadership and brand equity in the building materials and services segment.

Golden Cush

Founder and CEO
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Founder & CEO | Golden Cush (A Division of Avantio Foods)Strategic Focus: Premium Hospitality & Multi-Channel Culinary DistributionBrand Architecture: Spearhead the strategic launch and scaling of Golden Cush, a premier multi-cuisine fine-dining brand operating under the Avantio Foods umbrella.Market Presence: Established high-end culinary footprints in two major metropolitan hubs, Delhi and Chandigarh, catering to discerning urban demographics.Dual-Model Distribution: Engineered a robust, multi-channel delivery ecosystem servicing both B2B corporate clients and B2C retail consumers through a dedicated in-house delivery team.Value Proposition: Championed a "Premium & Healthy" product philosophy, integrating gourmet multi-cuisine offerings with strict nutritional standards and high-quality sourcing.Digital Integration: Optimized revenue streams by leveraging online platforms and takeaway models to ensure a seamless premium experience beyond the physical fine-dining environment.Operational Excellence: Maintain rigorous quality control and service standards, achieving consistently high customer satisfaction and retention through data-driven operational management

AVANTIO CREW

Founder and CEO
05.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Founded a specialized engineering resource management and business consulting firm to address critical market gaps during the global pandemic. Cultivate strategic partnerships with global industry leaders, maintaining a consistent 95% customer satisfaction rating. Direct all facets of company growth, including future-state goal setting, coaching, and accountability-driven leadership. Capitalized on market volatility during the global pandemic to launch a lean, engineering-centric recruitment model that turned talent acquisition into a strategic competitive advantage for global clients. Implemented a 'Trusted Partner' framework rather than a vendor model, resulting in 95% client retention and deep integration into the engineering resource planning of global brands.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.

MOLE

Founder and CEO
02.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Founder and Managing Director.|MOLE Strategic Focus: Bottom-Line Optimization & Strategic Procurement Intelligence. P&L Stewardship: Orchestrate end-to-end P&L management for a specialized consultancy focused on institutionalizing profit maximization through strategic cost engineering. Bottom-Line Impact: Drive significant enterprise value for clients by systematically reducing procurement expenditures through expert-led negotiation management and strategic sourcing. Negotiation Intelligence: Leverage a high-caliber network of negotiation specialists to navigate complex vendor ecosystems, ensuring optimal pricing structures without compromising quality or supply chain integrity. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Transformation: Execute comprehensive vendor audits and competitive bidding strategies to either optimize existing supplier relationships or architect new high-value vendor partnerships. Cost Leadership Advocacy: Empower organizations to achieve cost leadership by transforming the procurement function from a back-office expense into a strategic profit-generating engine. Fiscal Oversight: Direct data-driven procurement strategies that align with broader corporate governance and financial stewardship goals to ensure sustainable long-term savings.
  • Expanded the company''s geographical reach, opening new markets and increasing profitability.
  • Generated $2M in 6 months with a team of 4.

Avantio Technologies Pvt Ltd

Managing Director
07.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Managing Director of Avantio Group of Companies - Avantio Technologies, Avantio Crew, Avantio Foods, ProjectiQs, MOLE. Managing the company from all aspects and assuring the maximization of business potential. Managing the P&L, Operations, Team Building, Compliance, Engineering, Sourcing. Managing The Engineering Project Business (SHA, Retrofitting , Construction , Construction Chemical and Advance Material) , Avantio Crew (Leadership Recruitment and Business Solutions ) Avantio Foods (QSR and FMCG Products ), ProjectiQS ( B2B Engineering Product Sourcing platform) ,MOLE ( Sourcing and cost Managment Business). Spearheaded the strategic vision and end-to-end P&L management for a leader in structural life enhancement and retrofitting. Architected a high-performing organizational structure, scaling the workforce to over 50 professionals within the first year. Catalyzed exponential growth, delivering a 200% revenue surge through aggressive market expansion and the launch of three innovative product lines. Championed a culture of operational excellence and innovation, leveraging data-driven strategies to improve customer retention by 40%. Orchestrated a 'Blue Ocean' strategy by pivoting into high-margin structural life enhancement and retrofitting, effectively disrupting traditional construction norms through advanced material integration. Engineered a scalable organizational framework that institutionalized innovation, enabling a 200% revenue surge while maintaining fiscal discipline and governance.

ProjectiQs

Founder and CEO
07.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Founder & Managing Director | ProjectiQsStrategic Focus: Digital Transformation & Engineering Lifecycle ManagementP&L Stewardship: Orchestrate end-to-end P&L management and strategic growth for a disruptive B2B platform specializing in customized engineering material sourcing and comprehensive project lifecycle management.Digital Material Sourcing: Engineered a centralized online platform that streamlines B2B material procurement, specifically tailored for the complexities of the engineering sector, enhancing supply chain transparency and efficiency.Complex Problem Solving: Deliver world-class, integrated engineering solutions to resolve high-stakes technical challenges at the customer end, spanning structural maintenance and advanced heat management systems.Engineering Project Execution: Direct the end-to-end execution of industrial projects, including specialized plant maintenance and structural rehabilitation, ensuring operational continuity for global manufacturing partners.Cross-Functional Leadership: Built and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineering professionals to execute data-driven strategies that optimize industrial asset performance and reduce lifecycle costs.

Avantio Foods

Founder &CEO
01.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Founder and CEO.|Avantio Foods Strategic Focus: Food & Beverage Scaling & Operational Excellence. P&L Stewardship: Orchestrate end-to-end P&L management and strategic growth for a specialized food and beverage brand established in January 2022 as a dedicated division of Avantio Technologies. Brand Development: Architected and launched a competitive food chain in the Indian market, scaling from a single Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) in 2020 to a profitable 10-unit network. Operational Excellence: Engineered high-efficiency QSR and takeaway models that deliver diverse multi-cuisine meal offerings while consistently maintaining a 95% customer satisfaction rating. Strategic Growth & Retention: Catalyzed a 40% increase in customer retention through the implementation of data-driven engagement strategies and rigorous team training programs. Turnaround Management: Successfully navigated the business from the startup phase to full profitability across all QSR units, ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability and market presence. Compliance & Governance: Oversee all legal compliance, team building, and operational monitoring to ensure the brand meets international standards of hospitality and food safety.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
  • Achieved long-term sustainability for the organization through responsible decision-making processes grounded in ethics.
  • Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
  • Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.

Afrozi Biryani

Founder and CEO
01.2023 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Founder and CEO.|Afrozi Biryani (a division of Avantio Foods) strategic focus: brand scaling, market dominance, and culinary innovation.
  • Market Leadership & Scale: Architected and scaled Afrozi Biryani into a premier, high-demand culinary brand, achieving a landmark operational milestone of 1,000 kg in single-day sales within the Delhi NCR region. Revenue Generation: Strategic leadership of Afrozi Biryani has resulted in the brand contributing 30% of the total revenue for the Avantio Foods QSR vertical. The "Queen of Biryani": Successfully institutionalized the brand’s consumer identity as the "Queen of Biryani," establishing it as a benchmark for authenticity and premium quality in the Indian market. Award-Winning Excellence: Secured prestigious industry recognition, including the Golden Award from the Food and Drinks Association of India and the "Most Amazing Taste" distinction from Zomato. Platform Dominance: Recognized for culinary excellence by major aggregators, winning the "Sizzling Taste of Biryani" award from Swiggy, reflecting superior consumer demand and platform performance. Global Expansion Strategy: Currently spearheading the strategic roadmap to transition Afrozi Biryani from a national leader to a global culinary brand, leveraging 22 years of multi-sector scaling expertise. P&L & Quality Governance: Direct the end-to-end P&L, supply chain integrity, and quality assurance protocols to ensure brand consistency during rapid international expansion.

DURA BUILD CARE PVT LTD

Chief Executive Officer
04.2016 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Joined as General Manager and promoted as CEO | Durabuild Care Ltd.Strategic Focus: Multinational Scaling, Institutional Turnaround & Market DisruptionEnterprise Leadership & Strategy: Serve as a core member of the Vision & Mission committee and a lead architect of the company’s strategic business roadmap for this Indo-UK multinational collaboration.Regional P&L Ownership: Direct comprehensive business operations across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, overseeing the Project, Retail, and Institutional verticals for Construction Chemicals and Advanced Materials.3X Growth Acceleration: Spearheaded a complete organizational restructuring that catalyzed a 300% revenue surge within a 36-month window.Profitability Optimization: Engineered a dramatic expansion in net profit margins from 4% to 18% through rigorous revenue management and operational auditing."Zero-to-One" Vertical Launch: Conceptualized and scaled the Structural Health Assessment & Rehabilitation business from inception to a 30 Cr annual vertical within three years, leading a lean, high-impact team of six.Global Market Expansion: Transformed the company from a domestic player into an international brand by establishing strategic partnerships and expanding the channel partner network across the South Asian subcontinent.Full-Spectrum Operational Oversight: Drive end-to-end excellence across branding, product positioning, factory operations, and credit management while optimizing RM/PM (Raw Material/Packaging Material) supply chains.High-Performance Culture: Institutionalized a culture of excellence by building and mentoring multi-disciplinary teams, resulting in a 25% increase in organizational engagement

Stanvac Superon Group

Assistant General Manager
01.2014 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Assistant General Manager | Stanvac ChemicalsStrategic Focus: National Business Leadership & Industrial Material InnovationP&L & Operations Stewardship: Orchestrated the end-to-end management of a 120 Cr annual business portfolio across India, specializing in high-end industrial consumables and engineering machinery.High-Impact Revenue Growth: Strategically doubled organizational revenue (2X growth) within a single fiscal year through aggressive market penetration and optimized sales frameworks.Strategic Account Acquisition: Transformed the company’s market presence by securing and managing a Tier-1 "Key Account" portfolio, including Ambuja Cement, ACC, NTPC, IOCL, Aditya Birla Group, and MSIL.Long-Term Enterprise Contracting: Played a pivotal role in negotiating and institutionalizing long-term corporate contracts, ensuring sustainable, multi-year revenue streams and recurring business.Technical Product Evangelism: Spearheaded the OEM approval process for a sophisticated product line, including composite materials, steel fiber advancements, high-end industrial coatings, and specialized lubricants.National Leadership & Mentorship: Directed a high-caliber national team consisting of 10 engineers and 4 managers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and results-driven performance.Cross-Functional Synergy: Integrated sales strategies with technical product applications across diverse segments such as advanced engineering materials and industrial fluids to solve complex client challenges.

ITW

National Sales Manager
09.2009 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • National Sales Manager | ITW USA Strategic Focus: Multinational Sales Leadership & Industrial MRO Market Dominance P&L & Operations Stewardship: Orchestrated the end-to-end management of across India, specializing in high-performance MRO Chemicals, specialized lubricants (LPS, Accu-Lube), and advanced structural adhesives. High-Impact Revenue Growth: Strategically doubled organizational revenue (2X growth) within a single fiscal year by implementing the ITW 80/20 Business Model, focusing on high-value "Front-to-Back" processes and optimized sales frameworks. Strategic Tier-1 Account Acquisition: Transformed the brand’s market presence by securing and managing a premier "Key Account" portfolio, including Ambuja Cement, ACC, NTPC, IOCL, Aditya Birla Group, MSIL, and Tata Motors. Industrial Multi-Sector Expertise: Delivered technical solutions across diverse heavy-industry segments, including Aviation & Aerospace, Defense, Power & Metals, Automotive, Cement, and Pharmaceuticals. Long-Term Enterprise Contracting: Played a pivotal role in negotiating multi-year corporate contracts for specialized industrial maintenance products, ensuring sustainable recurring business and vendor-base consolidation for major manufacturing plants. National Leadership & Mentorship: Directed a high-caliber national team of 10 engineers and 4 managers, fostering an entrepreneurial culture that achieved 120% of sales targets consistently. Cross-Functional Synergy: Integrated sales strategies with technical applications in Structural Health Assessment and Industrial Asset Protection, resolving complex "Engineering-to-Application" challenges for Fortune 500 manufacturing partners. Executive Skill Set Highlighted: Strategic Sales: ITW 80/20 Process | Customer-Back Innovation | Key Account Management (KAM). Industrial Expertise: Leadership: P&L Management | Multi-State Operations | National Team Mentorship. Business Development: OEM Product Approval | Global Brand Scaling | Market Disruption.

Nicco Engineering Services Ltd. - India

Dy. Manager
07.2006 - 08.2009

Job overview

  • Deputy Manager – Sales | Nicco Engineering Services Ltd.Strategic Focus: Advanced Polymer Engineering & Industrial Asset IntegrityRegional P&L Stewardship: Orchestrated the end-to-end management of a 300M INR annual business portfolio across North and Central India, specializing in high-performance MRO solutions, protective coatings, and advanced composite materials.Belzona Brand Leadership: Served as the primary strategic lead for Belzona (USA), a global leader in industrial protective coatings and repair composites, achieving consistent 150% sales target realization over a three-year tenure.Multidisciplinary Team Management: Directed a high-impact team consisting of 3 Sales Engineers and 10 Application Specialists, ensuring technical precision in the deployment of cold-welding and structural rehabilitation solutions.Distribution Network Excellence: Managed and optimized a network of 5 strategic distributors across the region, enhancing market penetration and streamlining the supply chain for industrial consumables.Industrial Life Extension: Delivered specialized engineering solutions to heavy-industry segments (Power, Oil & Gas, and Steel), focusing on erosion, corrosion, and chemical attack mitigation to extend asset life and reduce downtime.Strategic Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivated long-term relationships with key decision-makers and C-suite executives, positioning Nicco Engineering as a preferred partner for critical plant maintenance and structural integrity projects.Market Intelligence & Expansion: Conducted rigorous market analysis to identify high-growth "white-space" opportunities, leading to the institutionalization of CRM tools that improved sales tracking and reporting efficiency by 20%

Indian Oil Corporation Limited

Engineer
01.2005 - 06.2006

Job overview

  • Plant Maintenance ,planning of preventive maintenance ,Estimating of maintenance cost.

Education

Indian Institute of Management
Lucknow

MBA from Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
04.2001

Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT)
Allahabad

Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001

Skills

Corporate BrandingBrand strategy development

Start-up Consulting

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Marketing

Strategic thinking

Team engagement

Business development

Entrepreneurial and innovative

Team building

Business planning

Operations management

Partnership building

Organizational structuring

Growth mindset

Financial management

Visionary leadership

Succession planning

Music , Exploring the nature ,

Interests & Passions
  • Nature Exploration: I am an avid explorer of the natural world, frequently trekking and traveling to reconnect with the environment and gain fresh perspectives for professional innovation.
  • Musical Engagement: I find balance and inspiration through music, appreciating its ability to foster creativity and provide a rhythmic discipline that complements my executive leadership style.

Timeline

Founder and CEO

Afrozi Biryani
01.2023 - 06.2024

Founder and CEO

Avantio House Engineers
03.2022 - Current

Founder and CEO

Golden Cush
03.2022 - Current

Founder and CEO

AVANTIO CREW
05.2020 - Current

Founder and CEO

MOLE
02.2020 - Current

Managing Director

Avantio Technologies Pvt Ltd
07.2019 - Current

Founder and CEO

ProjectiQs
07.2019 - Current

Founder &CEO

Avantio Foods
01.2019 - Current

Chief Executive Officer

DURA BUILD CARE PVT LTD
04.2016 - 07.2019

Assistant General Manager

Stanvac Superon Group
01.2014 - 03.2016

National Sales Manager

ITW
09.2009 - 12.2013

Dy. Manager

Nicco Engineering Services Ltd. - India
07.2006 - 08.2009

Engineer

Indian Oil Corporation Limited
01.2005 - 06.2006

Indian Institute of Management

MBA from Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
04.2001

Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT)

Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
04.2001
Shashi Kant TiwariFounder & CEO