Apalak Ghosh

Founder

Delhi, India19 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Over 18 years of experience in technology consulting.
  • Expert in market entry and geographical expansion strategies.
  • Proven track record in leading consulting engagements.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic consultant in the technology sector with a focus on market intelligence and business development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business DevelopmentMarket IntelligenceCloud ComputingData CenterConsultingMarket AssessmentsEmerging TechnologyProject Management

Other Skills

Market ResearchBusiness AnalysisNew Business DevelopmentSpeaking EngagementsConsultancyMarket EntryMarket SizingSyndicate ResearchQualitative ResearchQuantitative ResearchGo to Market StrategiesConcept & Product TestingSegmentationCorporate PositioningResearch

About

With over 18 years of experience in research, consulting, and business development, I bring a wealth of expertise in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of technology. My journey has taken me across various technology domains, industry sectors, diverse clientele, and geographical regions, enabling me to offer a unique perspective on innovation and growth. I specialize in: 1. Technology Convergence: Identifying intersections where different technologies merge and create new opportunities. Market Entry and Geographical Expansion: Guiding businesses in successfully entering new markets and expanding their reach. 2. Product Strategy and Planning: Developing strategies to ensure product success in dynamic markets. In-depth Market Assessments: Providing comprehensive assessments and forecasts on new and emerging technologies in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) space, such as Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Data Center, IoT, Enterprise Telecom I am passionate about staying at the forefront of technological advancements and helping organizations harness the power of innovation for sustainable growth. Looking to thrive in a rapidly changing technological landscape, let's connect and explore the possibilities together. Specialities: #TechnologyConvergence #MarketEntry #ProductStrategy #MarketAssessments #ICT #Cybersecurity #CloudComputing #DataCenter #IoT #EnterpriseTelecom #BusinessDevelopment #Consulting #Innovation #Networking

Experience

Think teal

Founder & Chief Analyst, Think Teal

May 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India

Market ResearchBusiness AnalysisMarket IntelligenceBusiness Development

Frost & sullivan

Program Manager & Head II Cloud Computing, Data Center, IoT, Enterprise Telecom & Analytics

Oct 2018 – May 2022 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • I hold the full responsibility for the leadership of consulting engagements, ensuring the integrity of strategic & tactical recommendations and the development of detailed business/market strategies.
  • Research & Insight Leader: Cloud Computing, Data Center, IoT, Enterprise Telecom and Analytics.
Cloud ComputingData Center

Cybermedia research

2 roles

General Manager, Industry Consulting Group

Promoted

Apr 2016 – Oct 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • As business head for the Consulting practice, my primary responsibility is to sustain, develop and grow the client base of the firm, and build delivery capabilities.
  • Being an entrepreneurial and high-intensity role, I have been instrumental in building the business ground-up, right from training the team, managing client accounts and projects and continually engaging with and nurturing the client base. Technology is the key focus area.
  • I carried out in-depth market assessments and forecasts on new and emerging technologies like IOT, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Green IT, Data Center adoption amongst others.
ConsultingMarket Assessments

Principal Consultant, Consulting & Custom Research

Mar 2011 – Apr 2016 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Idc

Principal Consultant, Emerging Technology

Aug 2009 – Feb 2011 · 1 yr 6 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • I drove IDC's 'Emerging Technology' practice and was also responsible to drive consulting projects in various domains and verticals, for which I work closely with various groups.
  • The role demanded drafting effective proposals by understanding the client's business requirement, and project management from inception till delivery.
  • I managed multiple consulting and customized projects across domains and verticals. More often, these projects were a mix of both qualitative and quantitative research. This gave me an opportunity to learn various technologies and also its adoption across various verticals and segments.
  • I carried the KRA's for project management, customer satisfaction, timeliness of delivery, and revenue generation.
Emerging TechnologyProject Management

Laqshya media pvt. ltd.

Client Services Manager

Aug 2008 – Jul 2009 · 11 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • Research, Business Analysis & Client Servicing

Kantar tns

Research Executive

Mar 2007 – Aug 2008 · 1 yr 5 mos · India

  • Execution of quantitative and qualitative research projects.
  • Sectors served: Consumer Packaged Goods, Telecom, IT, Automobiles

Trans asia solution seekers

Market Research Analyst

Apr 2004 – Nov 2004 · 7 mos

  • Market Research & Analysis

Education

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

B.E — Computer engineering

Jan 1999 – Jan 2003

ICFAI Business School

MBA — Marketing

Jan 2005 – Jan 2007

The Mother's International School

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