Vishnu Krishna

About Vishnu Krishna

Professional Biography Since launching my career in as a marketing and business development executive, I have evolved into a seasoned professional in cross-border trade, investment promotion, and management of foreign subsidiaries in India. My diverse experience encompasses both private sector enterprises and foreign government entities across multiple industries, including automotive, mobile media, and engineering technology. I have successfully collaborated with organizations from Japan, Australia, Italy & USA building expertise in international markets. Throughout my career, I have embraced diverse leadership roles spanning International Business & Trade Development, Client Account Management, Country Strategy & Project Management, Operations Management, Strategic Alliancing, Executive Coaching, and Knowledge Management. Current Leadership Role As Director of Octagona India Pvt Ltd I lead an Italian-origin business consulting firm that delivers end-to-end support services for enterprises entering the Indian market. Our comprehensive offerings include pre-entry consultation, incorporation assistance, and post-entry support to ensure sustainable market presence. Entrepreneurial Ventures In 2013, I established Aurulent Consulting a specialized boutique consultancy headquartered in the New Delhi region. This venture focuses exclusively on facilitating India market entry for foreign enterprises pursuing long-term, sustainable growth strategies. Back then, I also collaborated with Alliance Experts a distinguished global consultancy that specializes in international business development services for companies and institutions worldwide. Educational Foundation My academic credentials include- Mechanical Engineering Degree (1997)- Diploma in International Business Marketing Advanced Program in Strategic Management (2008) My organisation continues to expand rapidly while maintaining our commitment to serving clients from emerging markets across the globe.

Experience

1. Director

   Octagona India Private Limited

   Jan 2018 — Present · New Delhi, IN

Education

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Advanced Program in Strategic Management, Strategic Management

  2010 — 2010

• National Institute of Technology Rourkela

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering

  1993 — 1997

• Central School, Vasco da gama, Goa, India

  Grade 10 & 12, Mathematics, Science and English

  1987 — 1992

• Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

  Post Graduate Diploma in Management, Marketing and International Business

  1997 — 1999

Skills

• Procurement
• International Business
• Leadership
• Global Business Development
• Market Entry
• Strategic Planning
• Market Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• International Marketing
• Project Management
• Crm
• Contract Negotiation
• Business Planning
• Marketing Strategy
• Business Strategy
• Team Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Negotiation
• Managing Start-Ups
• Training
• Business Development
• Product Development
• Management Consulting
• Strategy
• Management
• Key Account Management
• International Trade
• New Business Development
• Business Networking
• International Trade and Investment
• Strategic Marketing Consultancy
• Competitive Analysis
• Business Development Consultancy
• Export
• Marketing
• B2b Marketing
• Recruiting
• Channel Partner Development
• B2b