Dhaval Raut
About Dhaval Raut
Dhaval Raut is an Associate Director at KPMG India, specializing in the Mobility and Logistics sector. He has a strong background in the automotive industry and has held various managerial roles across multiple organizations, demonstrating expertise in innovation, execution, and people management.
Current Role at KPMG India
Dhaval Raut serves as an Associate Director at KPMG India, where he has been leading initiatives in the Mobility and Logistics sector since 2022. His role involves overseeing strategic projects and managing cross-functional teams, contributing to the firm's growth in this area. Previously, he held the position of Manager at KPMG India from 2017 to 2022, where he played a significant role in the IGH (Infrastructure, Government, and Healthcare) Practice.
Career Background in the Automotive Industry
Dhaval Raut has extensive experience in the automotive sector, particularly with commercial vehicles. He began his career at Ashok Leyland, where he progressed through various roles, including Graduate Trainee, Deputy Manager, Manager, and Senior Manager from 2008 to 2016. His work at Ashok Leyland spanned multiple locations, including Nagpur, Jabalpur, Hosur, and Chennai, allowing him to develop a strong skill set in execution and people management.
Education and Expertise
Dhaval Raut holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, completed in 2008. He furthered his education with an Executive MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, which he achieved in 2017. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, has equipped him with a robust understanding of the automotive and logistics industries.
Involvement in Social Causes
In addition to his corporate roles, Dhaval Raut has demonstrated a commitment to social causes through his involvement with Slum Soccer, where he served as Head of Operations for Central India from 2010 to 2016. This role allowed him to leverage sports for community empowerment, highlighting his dedication to making a positive impact in society.
Previous Experience at Valethi Solutions
Before his current role at KPMG India, Dhaval Raut worked as a Consultant at Valethi Solutions Pvt. Ltd. from 2015 to 2016. This position further enhanced his expertise in the mobility sector and contributed to his overall professional development.