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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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