Gaurav Basra
About Gaurav Basra
Gaurav Basra serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has contributed to significant revenue growth since 2015. He has held various strategic roles in companies such as Booz & Company, Mobily, and Lucent Technologies, and has a strong educational background in business and strategy from institutions including Harvard Business School and Imperial College London.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies Limited
Gaurav Basra has served as the Chief Strategy Officer at Sterlite Technologies Limited since 2015. In this role, he has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives that have resulted in significant revenue and EBITDA growth. Over the past four years, he has delivered a 40% increase in these metrics through both organic and inorganic strategies. His leadership has focused on aligning the company's strategic objectives with market opportunities.
Previous Experience at Mobily
Prior to his current position, Gaurav Basra held multiple roles at Mobily from 2010 to 2015. He served as Vice President of Strategy & Innovation, where he contributed to the company's strategic direction and innovation initiatives. Additionally, he was a founding member of Mobily Ventures and the Mobily PlugandPlay entrepreneurship accelerator. His earlier role at Mobily included serving as Director of Commercial Strategy for 11 months.
Professional Background in Consulting and Technology
Gaurav Basra has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in consulting and technology. He worked at Booz & Company as a Senior Associate and Associate from 2007 to 2011 in Dubai, focusing on strategic consulting. His earlier career includes roles at Lucent Technologies and Siemens Communication, where he held positions ranging from Manager to Senior Engineer across various locations including the United Kingdom, India, and Germany.
Educational Qualifications
Gaurav Basra holds an MBA in Strategy from Imperial College London, which he completed from 2004 to 2006. He also studied Business Administration and Management at Harvard Business School Executive Education, achieving a certificate in Aligning and Executing Strategy in 2016. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics from Pune University and early schooling at MontFort School.
Speaking Engagements and Contributions
Gaurav Basra has participated as a speaker at industry conferences, including the 2013 NEW DIGITAL ECONOMICS EMEA Conference. He has also led an investment fund of USD 50 million, collaborating with startup CEOs to enhance their business models for telecommunications partnerships in the MENA region. His contributions have been significant in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within the technology sector.