Nadeesha A. Watawala's Linkedin Analytics

Founder —— Entrepreneur —— Business Consultant —— Director. Counting a rich and diverse 21 years across sectors, industries and geographies. Co-founder and Joint Partner of a 360-degree and full scale Strategic Consultancy Firm in Dubai—UAE, whilst holding Director Portfolios in a number of organizations based out of the UAE, spanning across industries. 21 years of rich experience across sectors. - 10 years (and counting) in EX-CO level - 4 years leading a factory environment with 400+ workforce - Spearheaded the first overseas expansion of the organization in the UAE and presently at the helm - 10 years in printing-related operations with factory & sales personnel involved - 9 years in telecommunications industry - 1 year in carbonated soft drinks industry Have played pivotal roles in Sri Lankan arm of global brands. - CDMA Launch of Suntel Limited (of Sweden's Telia AB) - Country Launch of Bharti Airtel Lanka (of Bharti Group, India) - Market Acquisition of PEPSICo in Sri Lanka (of PEPSICo, USA) Sector-wise split of exposure: - 9 years in the service sector (Telco) - 10 years in production and distribution (FMCG) Function-wise split of exposure: - 12 years in Sales, & Business Development - 5 years in Branding, Marketing & Communications - 4 years leading a complete business vertical covering all functions sans Finance Distinctive skills-set in possession: - Creative thinking - Analytical mind - People management - Calm (if and when) matters seem in crisis - Strong vocabulary & communication