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Experienced Fractional COO and Regional Operations Leader
Fractional COO | Regional Strategy & Operations Leader
Singapore, Singapore
Description
This executive is a seasoned fractional COO and operations leader with over a decade of experience scaling SaaS, fintech, insurtech, and infrastructure businesses across APAC, India, and the Middle East. Skilled at translating strategy into disciplined execution rhythms, this professional builds scalable operating models and drives revenue operations and governance within high-growth environments. Known for a data-driven mindset and cross-functional leadership, this leader partners with CEOs and leadership teams to transition organizations from founder-led to system-led execution, enabling efficient multi-market scaling. Their grounded approach fuses strategic rigor with hands-on execution to address complex operational challenges in dynamic businesses.
Key Roles
- •Led end-to-end sales and revenue operations during a hypergrowth phase enabling tenfold scale readiness across multiple regions.
- •Built and scaled global operations teams and frameworks supporting significant growth across India, Middle East, and North America.
- •Delivered multi-million dollar annual cost savings and operational transformation in a major listed energy company while leading SAP-enabled reporting and governance.
- •Designed and institutionalized revenue forecasting, pipeline governance, and go-to-market execution systems improving forecast accuracy substantially.
- •Partnered closely with C-suite executives and boards to establish multi-market governance balancing scalability with agility in SaaS and fintech sectors.
Education
- •Management development program focused on strategic cost management at a premier Indian business school
- •MBA in business administration from a respected Indian management institute
- •Bachelor’s degree in engineering with specialization in electronics and instrumentation from a major Indian technical university
- •Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from a global professional learning institution
Focus Areas
Operating Model DesignRevenue & Go-to-Market OperationsCross-Functional AlignmentDigital TransformationForecasting & PlanningMulti-Market Scale GovernanceTeam Leadership & People DevelopmentProcess & Performance Optimization
Industries
SaaSFintechInsurtechInfrastructureEnergy
Geographical Coverage
Asia-PacificIndiaMiddle EastNorth America
Stage
Scale-upGrowthEnterprise
Personal Interests
Classical Indian DanceLeadership DevelopmentProcess ExcellenceContinuous Learning
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – global professional learning institutionExecutive programs in corporate finance, cost, and performance management at a premier Indian business school
Meet Me
Hi, I’m a passionate advocate for building disciplined, scalable operating models that translate bold strategies into measurable execution with clarity and agility. I thrive in high-growth and complex environments where my blend of strategic thinking and hands-on operational leadership helps teams and organizations navigate change and achieve sustainable scale. Outside of work, classical Indian dance keeps me centered and inspires the creativity and discipline I bring to business challenges. I enjoy connecting with leaders who share a passion for data-driven decision-making and transformative growth.
Personas
Scale-Up Architect
- •Leads design of operating models, execution cadence, and governance in hypergrowth startups and scale-ups.
- •Builds go-to-market and revenue operations systems that enhance pipeline hygiene, deal velocity, and forecasting accuracy.
- •Bridges cross-functional teams to align strategy execution across sales, finance, product, and delivery.
Superpowers
Superpowers not available
Sweet Spot
This leader excels at the intersection of strategy, operational discipline, and people leadership—helping organizations evolve from founder-driven chaos into systemized, scalable engines of growth. Their experience ranges from high-velocity SaaS scale-ups to complex infrastructure enterprises, equipping them to sustainably scale revenue, reduce leakage, and embed cultures of accountability. They balance strategic rigor with practical automation and performance measurement to catalyze positive organizational change.
Functional Skills
Revenue & Go-to-Market Operations
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Pipeline Governance & Forecasting- Implemented structured pipeline hygiene, forecasting models, and deal review processes enhancing accuracy by over 25% in fast-scaling enterprises.
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Multi-Market Go-to-Market Execution- Orchestrated partner-led go-to-market strategies and operational readiness across APAC, India, and Middle Eastern markets.
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Revenue Leakage Reduction- Reduced revenue leakage by approximately 10% through governance reforms and partner service level agreement management.
Operational Excellence & Governance
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Operating Model Design & Execution Rhythms- Designed transition models from founder-led to scale-up operations incorporating OKRs, KPIs, management business reviews, and quarterly business reviews to improve leadership decision velocity by approximately 40%.
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Cost Optimization & Process Improvement- Delivered multi-million dollar annual savings through process redesign and automation initiatives within large energy and SaaS organizations.
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Digital Transformation- Led implementation of enterprise systems including SAP and CRM platforms, developing automated reporting solutions to enhance data-driven decision-making.
Leadership & People Development
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Team Building & Mentorship- Scaled operations teams from startup phases to mature organizations, mentoring over 30 professionals to strengthen capability and organizational culture.
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Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management- Effectively navigated complex stakeholder environments across sales, product, finance, and operations with clarity and influence.
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Performance & KPI Frameworks- Created actionable dashboards and key performance indicator frameworks to foster accountability and transparency across teams.
User Manual
Best engaged through clear strategic goals and a trusted partnership approach. This leader values data-informed insights and thrives in collaborations that balance disciplined cadence with creative problem solving. They are empowered by opportunities to design and implement scalable operating models and governance frameworks while mentoring teams to align with organizational purpose. Respectful, direct communication and early alignment on priorities enable consistent exceptional outcomes.
Education
- •Management development program focused on strategic cost management at a premier Indian business school
- •MBA in business administration from a respected Indian management institute
- •Bachelor’s degree in engineering with specialization in electronics and instrumentation from a major Indian technical university
- •Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from a global professional learning institution
Focus Areas
Operating Model DesignRevenue & Go-to-Market OperationsCross-Functional AlignmentDigital TransformationForecasting & PlanningMulti-Market Scale GovernanceTeam Leadership & People DevelopmentProcess & Performance Optimization
Industries
SaaSFintechInsurtechInfrastructureEnergy
Geographical Coverage
Asia-PacificIndiaMiddle EastNorth America
Stage
Scale-upGrowthEnterprise
Personal Interests
Classical Indian DanceLeadership DevelopmentProcess ExcellenceContinuous Learning
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – global professional learning institutionExecutive programs in corporate finance, cost, and performance management at a premier Indian business school