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Candidates often ask me what I like most about the culture at Puratos and this phrase came to mind. My first day as a contractor, a VP encouraged me to share ideas as I identified opportunities for improvement and not to hesitate. Challenge accepted! I’ve shared a lot over the past couple of years. Sometimes quietly, sometimes loudly, sometimes time too loudly (ahem - passionately)….always honest with best intent, always improvement focused. Most importantly, always listened to, always heard. The passion for innovation, desire for continuous improvement, and dedication to operational excellence are not just “concepts of a plan” at Puratos. They are realized everyday through the creative and talented team members who drive our initiatives. #empowered and #encouraged #workplaceculture #operationalexcellence #continuousimprovement #puratosusa

From 2014 to 2019, I built and led an exceptional team at Puratos Brazil. It was the absolute best professional experience of my career. In those 5 years, I learned invaluable lessons about leadership and teamwork: 👉 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬! We succeeded due to strong bonds and mutual respect. 👉 𝐃𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐤𝐞𝐲. Everyone gave their all, regardless of their technical skills. 👉 𝐀 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲. We prioritized constant communication and a supportive environment. 👉 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬. Personalized guidance helped each member shine. 👉 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Our focus on people helped us exceed our goals. The results were remarkable. And the connections we made remain strong today. This experience taught me so much. Great leadership is more than hitting targets. It's about building a motivated, high-performing team. One that feels valued and inspired every day. Leading this team was an unforgettable journey. Full of growth, learning, and incredible achievements. 🚀 PS: Thank you all! You’ll always have a very special place in my heart. ❤ ————— We're financial experts for 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙢𝙨. In just 12 months, we'll skyrocket your profits through razor-sharp financial insights—no gut feeling.

🌍🍺 Driving Innovation Beyond Borders with Carlsberg Group 🍺🌍 Thrilled to share the results of our team’s hard work on the "Brew Beyond Borders: Strategic Expansion Plan" for Carlsberg! This comprehensive project explored innovative strategies for expanding Carlsberg’s footprint into emerging markets like India, Vietnam, and Kazakhstan, focusing on: ✅ Premiumization: Meeting the global demand for quality beer and alcohol-free alternatives. ✅ Sustainability: Aligning with Carlsberg's "Together Towards ZERO and Beyond" goals for a greener future. ✅ Market Insights: Unlocking potential in high-growth regions while addressing local challenges. ✅ Strategic Partnerships: Leveraging collaborations to optimize distribution and brand visibility. It was an honor to lead this project with an amazing team: 🎨 Innovation Specialist: Nidhi Chobey 📊 Research Analyst: Nimit Sharma 🖥️ Data Strategist: Jaymin ✍️ Content Designers: Komal Solanki & Melike Asli Saydam 💡 Creative Consultants: Pratiksha Raghatwan 📑 Project Coordinator: Navya D. 📑 Project Leader: Goshika Sri Hari (me!) Let’s raise a toast to creativity, teamwork, and innovation! 🍻 Cheers to exploring opportunities, one brew at a time. Feel free to share your thoughts or connect to discuss how businesses can tap into emerging market potential sustainably! #Innovation #Strategy #EmergingMarkets #Sustainability #Leadership #Teamwork #MBAJourney #Carlsberg

As an MBA student, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications is crucial for understanding the complexities of the business world. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Coca-Cola, a brand synonymous with excellence, innovation, and global impact. Highlights of the Visit: ✅ Operational Excellence: Witnessed the meticulous manufacturing processes that ensure consistent quality across millions of bottles. ✅ Brand Innovation: Gained insights into Coca-Cola's marketing strategies and how they continue to stay relevant in a dynamic marketplace. ✅ Sustainability Initiatives: Learned about their efforts to promote sustainability through water conservation, eco-friendly packaging, and community programs. ✅ Leadership in Action: Observed how teamwork, adaptability, and customer focus drive their operations globally. This visit was a perfect blend of academic learning and real-world exposure, inspiring me to think strategically and approach challenges with a business-first mindset. A big thank you to Coca-Cola for hosting us and sharing valuable insights that I will carry forward in my MBA journey. #MBAExperience #industrialvisit #cocacola #learningjourney #businessleadership #innovation #iibsbanglore #iibstrainingandplacementcell

Six months at Coca-Cola Icecek—what a ride it has been! ✨ Looking back, I can confidently say these months have been full of learning, challenges, and small but meaningful victories. Every project has pushed me to think differently, work smarter, and grow stronger, from stepping into the field and tackling preselling in diverse markets to working on chiller efficiency, new outlet openings, and even taking creative initiatives. But growth never comes easy. There were moments of struggle—facing client reluctance, handling difficult conversations, navigating market challenges, and even addressing operational roadblocks. Some days were tougher than others, but persistence, open communication, and trust-building made all the difference. Despite the hurdles, I’m incredibly proud of what’s been achieved so far:   - 100%+ volume targets achieved   - 100% cooler scanning on assigned routes   - 90+ inefficient outlets optimized   - Revived major accounts and improved Sprite availability   - Strengthened pre-seller engagement & motivation None of this would have been possible without the incredible support of my CCI family. The mentorship, guidance, and encouragement I’ve received have made this journey one of growth, resilience, and continuous learning. Thank you for believing in me, pushing me to improve, and always having my back. Hina Saif, Jamal Mehmood, Ruhkaam Karimian, Chartered MCIPD, Abdullah Khan Leghari, Wali Ahmad, Yasir Irfan Siddiqi, Mohsin Atique, Bilal Ahmad Here’s to the road ahead—more challenges, learning, and milestones to achieve!  #ProudlyCCI #Growth #Resilience

"Thrilled to have completed the Pepsheco Sales Star certificate program, a collaboration between PepsiCo India and Internshala Excited to apply my new skills and insights to drive success in the sales arena. #SalesExcellence #PepsicoIndia #Internshala #ProfessionalDevelopment"

Heineken Malaysia Reports 2Q & 1H FY2024 Results. Tap the link to read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gW9NyRF9 #CEO #Executive #KarstenFolkerts #RenukaIndrarajah #HeinekenMalaysia #LeadersandExecutives #MartijnReneVanKeulen #InvesmentandMarketTrends #TrendNewsandUpdates #AudienceandReaders #TheExchangeAsia

🌍 Why Coca-Cola Remains a Challenger Brand in India Despite being a global beverage giant, Coca-Cola still struggles to dominate the Indian market after three decades. Let's dive into why this iconic brand faces unique challenges in one of the world's largest consumer markets - 1️⃣ Late Entry: Re-entered India in 1993, years after Pepsi's 1989 debut. 2️⃣ Marketing Shifts: Frequent changes in positioning, from "Thanda matlab Coca-Cola" to global adaptations. 3️⃣ Lacking Cultural Connection: Brand ramping efforts to leverage global assets like Coke Studio and "Coke & Meals" to boost local relevance. Coca-Cola's journey in India showcases the complexities of global brands adapting to local markets. The company's persistent efforts and strategic shifts highlight the ongoing challenge of capturing the diverse Indian consumer base. Below I have attached an infographic with additional data to help understand their market position better! ⬇️ If you want to see more infographics or missed the post where I shared sample PPTs for case competitions, comment with your email ID, and I will share them directly to your inbox. #CocaCola #IndianMarket #BrandStrategy #GlobalBrands #Marketing

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐲 I am always open to new challenges because I view them as incredible opportunities for growth and learning. From 2022 to 2024, a significant part of my professional journey was dedicated to the multimillion-dollar project “Bermuda.” As part of our enterprise strategy, Mondelez made the strategic decision to extend Toblerone’s production capacity by fully reconfiguring the production line in Bratislava. This marked a significant milestone, as Toblerone, which had been exclusively produced in Switzerland for over 30 years, began to be partially produced at the Bratislava plant. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be part of the project team as a Process Engineer. While the project certainly came with its challenges, it was an invaluable experience that has profoundly shaped my career. It was an eye-opening experience that allowed me to develop new skills and gain deeper insights into various aspects of project management, as well as processes in logistics, quality, HSE (Health, Safety & Environment), business development, team collaboration, risk management, supplier relations, and much more. The knowledge I gained has been a game changer, and I’m proud of the progress we’ve made as a team. I look forward to embracing new challenges, continuing to learn, and pushing boundaries to make a meaningful impact wherever I go. #ProcessEngineering #ProjectManagement #Toblerone #ContinuousImprovement #Learning #GrowthMindset #Teamwork #ManufacturingExcellence

If Carlsberg did feedback... One of the hardest things I've found about being self-employed is the need to market yourself. I'm never quite sure where the line is between promoting what you do and coming across as insufferably arrogant. At the risk of coming across as the latter I thought I'd share some feedback from my session on Friday with the Cranfield MBA cohort. If nothing else, it is one of the joys of what I do to have the opportunity to pass on knowledge to people who appreciate it and see value in what you're telling them. Anyway, someone had this to say about me: Andy is an excellent presenter. This has been the most informative and practical job application session I have ever had. The points he made were extremely clear. The actionable steps he provided I can immediately implement . He opened my eyes to all the pitfalls I have not been aware of and made this process a lot less daunting as I have a clear process and path to move forward with. Highly recommend taking this session with him, it is gold.