Lakshmi Iyer
About Lakshmi Iyer
Lakshmi Iyer serves as the Head of Mergers & Acquisitions at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in strategic initiatives and capital raising, she has managed high-profile transactions across various sectors and continents, totaling over US$ 15 billion.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Lakshmi Iyer serves as the Head of Mergers & Acquisitions at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2021. In this role, she oversees strategic initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions, focusing on enhancing the company's growth and market position. Her responsibilities include identifying potential acquisition targets, negotiating terms, and ensuring alignment with STL's long-term strategic goals.
Previous Experience at HCL Technologies
Before her current position, Lakshmi Iyer worked at HCL Technologies Europe Ltd as a Manager in the Strategic Initiatives, European Acquisitions & Alliances Group from 2002 to 2003. During her tenure in London, she contributed to the company's strategic planning and execution of acquisition initiatives within the European market.
Experience at Essar
Lakshmi Iyer held the position of Vice President for Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital Raising at Essar from 2008 to 2016. Based in the Mumbai area, she was responsible for leading high-profile transactions and capital raising efforts, significantly impacting the company's strategic direction and financial growth.
Education and Expertise
Lakshmi Iyer has an extensive educational background in business and engineering. She completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) at SDA Bocconi from 2003 to 2004 and participated in an MBA Exchange Program at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School in 2004. Additionally, she holds a Post Graduation in Management from S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research and a B.Chem.Engg from the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Her expertise includes managing complex transactions across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and technology.
Professional Background
Lakshmi Iyer's professional journey began at Tata Strategic Management Group, where she worked as a Consultant from 1996 to 1999. She then transitioned to RPG Enterprises as Manager of Group Strategic Planning from 2000 to 2002. Her diverse experience spans multiple continents, including Asia-Pacific, Africa, North America, Europe, and the Middle East, where she has managed transactions with an aggregate value exceeding US$ 15 billion.