Prashali Thakur

About Prashali Thakur

Currently working as a Regional Expansion Controller at H&M, with senior stakeholders to drive market expansion strategies, capital allocation, and long-term investment decisions across regions.With over 9 years of experience across retail, real estate, and strategic advisory, I bring a strong background in strategy, financial governance, and market development. Prior to H&M, I spent over four years at IKEA India, most recently as Market Development Leader – North India, where I led regional expansion planning, investment approvals, and performance governance.Earlier at IKEA, I was part of the Business Navigation for Expansion team, focusing on cost optimisation, automation, and scenario-based stress testing across leasing, land acquisition, and built-to-suit retail formats. I began my career with Anarock Property Consultants in their Strategic Consulting & Advisory practice.I hold an MBA from RICS School of Built Environment and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. I am a purpose-driven leader who values clarity, collaboration, and data-led decision-making, with a strong interest in building scalable, people-centric spaces.

Experience

1. Expansion Controlling Manager - India

   H&M

   Dec 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• St. Joseph's Convent

  Senior Secondary , Science

  1996 — 2011

• Amity University Rajasthan, Jaipur

  Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Civil Engineering

  2011 — 2015

• RICS School of Built Environment, Amity University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management

  2016 — 2018

Skills

• English
• Teamwork
• Project Planning
• Team Management
• Microsoft Office
• Civil Engineering
• Billing and Estimation
• Management
• Microsoft Word
• Human Resources
• Autocad
• Leadership
• E-Tabs
• Customer Service
• Drawing
• Research
• Blogger
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management
• Public Speaking
• Presentation Skills