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Kavita Shah

Kavita Shah

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CTO Advisor · Technology

Dubai, AE 23+ years 4.7 rating Telugu, Gujarati, Bengali
AI Trust Score
87
Based on experience, awards, verified skills & endorsements
AI Match
86%
Projects Delivered
88+
Client Rating
4.7 / 5
Industries Served
7
Repeat Engagements
69%

About

Kavita Shah is a seasoned CTO Advisor with 23+ years across Larsen & Toubro, Aditya Birla Group, ITC Limited. CTO Advisor with proven track record across technology transformations for MSMEs and enterprises across India and APAC. Known for execution rigor, mentorship and a measurable track record of business impact.

Professional Experience

Country Manager

2017 – Present · 7 yrs

Larsen & Toubro

  • Led technology transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹222Cr with 58+ direct reports
  • Delivered 24% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Director

2010 – 2017 · 7 yrs

Aditya Birla Group

  • Led technology transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹242Cr with 78+ direct reports
  • Delivered 22% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Practice Head

2005 – 2010 · 5 yrs

ITC Limited

  • Led technology transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹221Cr with 65+ direct reports
  • Delivered 14% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Practice Head

2001 – 2005 · 4 yrs

ICICI Bank

  • Led technology transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹240Cr with 53+ direct reports
  • Delivered 28% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Awards & Recognition

Excellence in Leadership
Larsen & Toubro · 2018

Recognised for exceptional contribution to technology strategy and execution.

Top Performer
Aditya Birla Group · 2013

Recognised for exceptional contribution to technology strategy and execution.

Innovation Award
ITC Limited · 2017

Recognised for exceptional contribution to technology strategy and execution.

CEO's Award
ICICI Bank · 2023

Recognised for exceptional contribution to technology strategy and execution.

Key Achievements & Impact

Cost Optimisation Programme
Reduced operating cost
₹33Cr annual savings
Digital Transformation
Increased productivity
28% throughput uplift
Team Scaling
Built high-performance team
155+ professionals hired
Market Expansion
Entered new geographies
7 new markets opened

Major Projects & Outcomes

ERP Rollout
Larsen & Toubro · 2024
30% improvement in margin
Supply Chain Redesign
Aditya Birla Group · 2023
36% improvement in lead time
Working Capital Optimisation
ITC Limited · 2022
28% improvement in cash cycle
Plant Modernisation
ICICI Bank · 2021
20% improvement in compliance
Export Compliance Programme
Larsen & Toubro · 2020
26% improvement in retention

Peer & Company Endorsements

Pradeep Nanda
Pradeep Nanda CEO, Larsen & Toubro

"Kavita brings unmatched depth in technology. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Arvind Kumar
Arvind Kumar Founder, Aditya Birla Group

"Kavita brings unmatched depth in technology. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Sneha Iyer
Sneha Iyer Managing Director, ITC Limited

"Kavita brings unmatched depth in technology. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Skills & Expertise

Leadership84%
Strategy82%
Operations70%
Finance83%
Communication89%

Certifications

  • Six Sigma Black BeltASQ · 2017
  • PMPPMI · 2019
  • Certified Technology ProfessionalIIM Executive Education · 2020

Publications & Patents

  • "Technology Playbook for Indian MSMEs" — HBR India, 2023
  • "Leadership in Transition" — Economic Times, 2020
  • Process patent IN-2010009 for workflow automation

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