Nalini Dutt

CEO

Auckland, New Zealand17 yrs 6 mos experience
AI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Proven track record in scaling service businesses.
  • Expertise in P&L management across diverse industries.
  • Strong focus on building strategic partnerships.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Consumer Services and Automotive sectors, specializing in growth and transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

P&l ManagementBusiness StrategyStrategic PartnershipsBusiness DevelopmentProduct ManagementMarketingGovernanceLeadershipBrand Management

Other Skills

Analytical SkillsCreative StrategyGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementCustomer SatisfactionGeneral ManagementBusiness Relationship ManagementBusiness TransformationSales and MarketingDecision-MakingChange ManagementCompetitive AnalysisConsumer ServicesOrganizational LeadershipManagement

About

I build and scale businesses - often from the inside, where the opportunity is not always obvious. Over the last 20+ years, I’ve worked across automotive and consumer services in India and New Zealand, leading growth, partnerships, and commercial transformation at scale. My career has not followed a straight line and that’s been my advantage. From brand and product roles at Hyundai and Volvo Eicher, to leading a national P&L at AA Home, I’ve consistently stepped into new categories, built capability, and delivered results in unfamiliar environments. In New Zealand, I’ve had to rebuild from scratch where reputation doesn’t travel, but capability does. That experience has shaped how I lead: with clarity, resilience, and a strong bias for execution. Today, I focus on scaling service businesses, building strategic partnerships, and turning strategy into commercially viable models that deliver sustained growth. I’m equally passionate about building more inclusive leadership pipelines and contributing to industries that are still evolving.

Experience

17 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
5 yrs 6 mos
Average Tenure
11 mos
Current Experience

Business mentors new zealand

Business Mentor

Jun 2025Present · 11 mos · Auckland, New Zealand

Women's LeadershipLeadership

Women in automotive new zealand

Committee Member

Feb 2025Present · 1 yr 3 mos · New Zealand

  • Driving the 2025 Women in Automotive Accord and sector-wide DEI initiatives.
  • Leading industry engagement, campaigns, and education programmes.
Board AdministrationGrowth StrategiesLeadershipStrategic Partnerships

Rape prevention education

Vice Chair Board of Directors

Apr 2024Present · 2 yrs 1 mo · Auckland, New Zealand

  • Governance, strategy and stakeholder leadership for one of NZ’s leading NGOs in sexual violence prevention.
  • Partnering with funders, educators, and community to build safer futures.
Board AdministrationGrowth StrategiesGeneral ManagementNonprofit Board DevelopmentBoard RelationsBoard Governance+8

Aa new zealand

3 roles

National Manager AA Home

Promoted

Apr 2023Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Own full P&L for AA Home (multi-million dollar business within NZAA group), driving doublr digit YoY revenue growth.
  • Led shift from reactive emergency services to proactive, subscription-led model.
  • Built national partnerships (Mitre10, HRV, Betta Group) to expand reach and capability.
  • Simplified product portfolio to improve margins and scalability.
  • Driving integration with AA Insurance to unlock claims-led growth opportunities.
Analytical SkillsBusiness StrategyCreative StrategyGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementCustomer Satisfaction+27

Product and Marketing Manager - Membership and Response Products

Aug 2022Apr 2023 · 8 mos

  • Oversaw product strategy and performance for AA’s flagship Membership and Roadservice offerings. Focused on product innovation, member value, and EV transition readiness.
  • Key Highlights:
  • Launched mobile EV charging and micro-mobility response services to futureproof member value.
  • Grew product engagement through member research, targeted campaigns, and value-led innovation.
  • Delivered strategic papers to the executive team and presented to the AA Board.
  • Supported sustainability initiatives and led go-to-market efforts in new service channels.
Analytical SkillsMarketingCreative StrategyGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementBusiness Development+19

Marketing Manager

Nov 2019Jul 2022 · 2 yrs 8 mos

  • As Marketing Manager for Response Products, I led brand growth and innovation across AA Home, AA Battery Service, and AA Roadservice.
  • Elevated brand awareness for AA Home and AA Battery Service through multi-channel marketing campaigns and strong media presence.
  • Spearheaded the launch of Mobile EV Chargers, AA Tyre Service, and Book a Job, expanding service relevance and reach.
  • Developed and executed a long-term growth strategy and roadmap across AA Home, AA Roadservice, and AA Battery Service, aligned with overarching business objectives.
  • Achieved substantial uplift in awareness and consideration metrics, driving stronger member engagement and sales growth.
Analytical SkillsCreative StrategyGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementBusiness PlanningSales and Marketing+10

Eicher trucks and buses

Head Corporate Communications and Group Brand Manager

Feb 2015Jun 2019 · 4 yrs 4 mos · Gurgaon

  • As part of VECV’s Marketing Leadership Team, I drove brand growth, product innovation, and market share gains across commercial vehicles.
  • Led corporate communications strategy, strengthening VECV’s brand and stakeholder engagement.
  • Launched pioneering products, including the company’s inaugural electric bus, ensuring effective market positioning.
  • Elevated brand consideration and preference for the Pro Series trucks and buses through targeted campaigns and media strategy.
  • Enhanced customer experiences across the lifecycle — from pre-sales engagement to post-service loyalty initiatives.
  • Delivered integrated marketing, product positioning, and brand development initiatives that contributed to significant market share growth.
Analytical SkillsBrand ManagementCreative StrategyGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementBusiness Relationship Management+22

Hyundai motor india ltd

Marketing Manager

Jul 2007Apr 2014 · 6 yrs 9 mos · HO, New Delhi

  • As Marketing Manager & Section Head at Hyundai Motor India, I drove brand transformation, market expansion, and high-impact campaigns for one of India’s leading automotive brands.
  • Led end-to-end marketing and brand management for key Hyundai models, delivering campaigns that shaped strong brand perception.
  • Spearheaded the 2011 brand rejuvenation, launching Hyundai’s new global identity “New Thinking. New Possibilities” across India with a 360° campaign.
  • Orchestrated impactful auto shows, activations, and sponsorships, including the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, reinforcing Hyundai’s leadership presence.
  • Developed a resilient rural sales strategy, driving substantial network expansion through 1S channels.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to implement counter-strategies during economic downturns, including Corporate schemes and Triple Assurance, protecting sales momentum.
  • Built strategic partnerships with SIAM, CII, and industry bodies, strengthening Hyundai’s influence and visibility in the market.
Analytical SkillsBrand ManagementMarketingGrowth StrategiesStakeholder ManagementSales and Marketing+11

Yamaha

Management Trainee - Youth Marketing

Jun 2006Jul 2007 · 1 yr 1 mo · HO, Greater Noida

  • As a Management Trainee at Yamaha, I contributed to brand revival through national campaigns, product launches, and customer engagement initiatives.
  • Managed national and regional communication campaigns to strengthen brand presence.
  • Supported new product development and the launch of multiple bike brands in India.
  • Contributed to revival initiatives including Yamaha Safety Riding and the youth engagement programme Yamaha ROXX.
  • Helped re-establish Yamaha’s competitiveness in the two-wheeler market through innovative marketing initiatives.
MarketingAdvertisingProblem SolvingAutomobile

Education

MIT Sloan Executive Education

Executive Programme AI for Business Leaders — Artificial Intelligence

Nov 2024Present

Yale University

Connected Leadership

Dec 2023Present

National Institute of Management Technology (NIMT)

PGDBM — International Business & Marketing

Jan 2004Jan 2006

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra

Bachelor's Degree — Computer Science

Jan 2001Jan 2004

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