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Aval Sethi

Delhi, India

ABOUT

I am a senior business leader and author with over three decades of experience spanning the Indian Army and the corporate world, blending discipline, strategy, and innovation to deliver transformational outcomes. My expertise lies at the intersection of business management, strategy, procurement, facilities, operations, and innovation—where I build scalable solutions that drive enterprise value and unlock human potential.

MY MISSION

To create impact that lasts—whether by reimagining business models, driving operational excellence, building strategic partnerships, or developing teams that thrive. I focus on productivity, innovation, and collaboration to deliver outcomes that are not just efficient, but extraordinary.

MY EDGE
• Turning complexity into clarity—organizing chaos into purposeful action.
• Driving financial outcomes through cost optimization, growth strategies, and sustainable business models.
• Building strong, authentic relationships that fuel collaboration, trust, and long-term value.

MY JOURNEY

My career has been defined by resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence. I have held leadership roles at organizations including iEnergizer, Bechtel, JLL, Protaiga, Embassy Services, EFS and currently at Suzlon where I have led transformation programs, operational turnarounds, and innovation-led growth.

AUTHOR & THOUGHT LEADER

I am the author of Leadership Matters – Perspectives on Leadership, a book that captures real-world insights on leadership drawn from my military and corporate journey. It is a reflection of my belief that leadership is not about titles, but about perspective, courage, and human connection. My writing and speaking engagements focus on leadership, innovation, transformation, and unlocking human potential, resonating with leaders across industries worldwide.

RECOGNITION
• Named among the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders & Influencers in Procurement
• Honored as the Most Talented Procurement Leader
• Recognized as a Champion of Facility Management
• Multiple awards and commendations, both in the Military and the Corporate sector

MY FOUNDATION

An alumnus of Delhi University, Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, the Indian School of Business, and the National University of Singapore—an academic journey that sharpened my strategic thinking and global outlook.

I believe in the power of people and genuine human connection. My mission is to spark ideas, challenge conventions, and co-create environments where businesses, partnerships, and individuals can thrive and achieve greatness.

Aval Sethi Points
Academic 0
Author 67
Influencer 0
Speaker 0
Entrepreneur 0
Total 67

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Business Strategy
Change Management
Coaching
Creativity
Digital Transformation
Entrepreneurship
Innovation 30.03
Leadership 30.95
Management 30.04
Procurement 30.16
Supply Chain 30.12
Transformation

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Professional Services
Real Estate

Publications & Experience

7 Article/Blogs
The Swing Route in Football and Leadership: Trusting Your Instincts Amid Chaos
LinkedIn
October 17, 2024
In football, there’s a play that’s often overlooked, yet it can be one of the most effective in a high-pressure situation — the swing route. It’s not flashy or complex like a deep pass or a trick play, but when executed with precision and trust, it can be the difference between a broken play and a pivotal gain. Much like this play on the field, leadership often demands quick decisions in the face of chaos, relying on instincts and trust to turn things around.

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Tags: Leadership

Data Centers: Shaping the Digital Architecture of India and Preparing for AI
LinkedIn
October 16, 2024
In the present, data exists and is connected across multiple data centers, the edge, and public and private clouds. The data center must be able to communicate across multiple sites, both on-premises and in the cloud. Even the public cloud at the end is also a collection of data centers. When applications are hosted in the cloud, they are using data center resources from the cloud provider.

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Tags: Leadership, Data Center

How technology holds the key to successful procurement leadership
linkedin
May 31, 2018
A company looking to diversify and grow invariably needs deployment of technology across functions and procurement is no exception. Strategic areas like demand management, inventory risk management, value engineering, quality/service level management, commodity management and integrated demand or supply planning needs to be complemented by modern technological frameworks.

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Tags: Supply Chain, Procurement, Management

Vision 2020: Taking procurement challenges in stride
linkedin
May 29, 2018
When we talk about procurement, we are well aware of the uncertainty that impacts this function, and the level of uncertainty is set to only increase in the coming few years. With the new industry dynamics such as supply chain localisation and return to re-shoring, overall business climate is moving at a rapid pace in the backdrop of continued volatility in both macro and micro economic environment. Thanks to sharp fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, commodity prices and continued changes in global regulatory and tax environment, global procurement leaders have a whole range of challenges flying in the face.

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Tags: Supply Chain, Procurement

Why Procurement Leaders Should Focus On Innovation and Creativity
linkedin
May 28, 2018
In the coming times, procurement will be more about sourcing ideas than sourcing raw materials, products and services. A company or business will no longer be just about delivery of products or services but about engagement of clients and stakeholders in new and innovative ways. That will be an inflection point for businesses and the change has already begun!

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Tags: Procurement, Leadership, Innovation

Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain
linkedin
May 28, 2018
In an ever-growing world of internet, data storage and low-cost computing are gathering momentum with advancements in mobile technology which are redefining businesses and are adding value to procurement processes. These disruptive technologies are enabling an altered environment where strategic sourcing is becoming predictive, transactional procurement is becoming automated and supplier management relationship is becoming more proactive.

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Tags: Supply Chain, Procurement, Data Center

Why Organizations Need to Focus on Procurement Efficiency? A Business Case
linkedin
May 25, 2018
For many, procurement may seem to a routine activity in a business however it could be a strategic activity that can save tonnes of money for an organisation if done rightly. Procurement involves arranging supplies at the lowest-possible cost. It also involves monitoring the performance of the supplier, negotiation of agreements favourable to the organisation and maintaining a strong network of suppliers.

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Tags: Supply Chain, Procurement

1 Book
Leadership Matters - Perspectives on Leadership
Notion Press
August 30, 2024

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Tags: Leadership

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