CK Kandoi

Experience

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  Kandoi Videon Group - Since 1983

  May 2015 - Sept 2023

  Business Strategy Consultant

  Helped expand business from a single LG Electronics store to a chain of stores. Successfully partnered with Sony and Daikin, resulting in increased market share, improved negotiation power, and substantial revenue growth. Increased the number of multi-brand retail stores by partnering with more than 10 brands, resulting multifold increase in revenue.

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  Vend iT - Smart City Vending Solutions Inc

  Jul 2016 - Sept 2023

  Founder

  - Started a venture in the field of FMCG and Automated Retail, by integrating loT and App-based technology for smarter and more efficient vending.- Built a network of 100+ loT-based Smart Vending Machines at the mostpremium locations and in a variety of sectors such as Education, Hospitals,Hotels, Hostels, Residential, Offices, etc.- Maintained healthy business relations with high-profile clients such as TheTaj Group, Accor Group, The Lalit, Fidelity, Oyo, Teleperformance, Holiday Inn(IHG), and many more.- Dealt with major FMCG brands as a modern-trade partner, some of thetop brands being Mondelez, Nestle, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Mars International,and Redbull.- Managed a team of 15+ employees, overseeing hiring, training, andprofessional growth of employees. Show less

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  Melbourne Business School

  Sept 2023 - now

  MBA Candidate
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  Advara HeartCare

  Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

  Strategy Consultant

  A project-based subject, where students work with businesses to address real business challenges using frameworks and concepts acquired during the MBA program.Worked on National Pricing Strategy for Remote Monitoring Services• Conducted comprehensive surveys and interviews with stakeholders to gather critical insights for pricing strategy formulation.• Performed benchmark analysis to assess industry standards and competitive pricing models.• Developed strategic recommendations for a unified national pricing strategy tailored to Advara HeartCare’s market position.• Created a dynamic pricing sensitivity dashboard to support ongoing pricing decisions and strategy refinement. Show less