Venugopal Rao V Bagadhi

Venugopal Rao V Bagadhi

Professor

Area: Strategy and Operations

Email: venugopalbv118@gmail.com

Venogopal is a seasoned business leader with over two decades of cross-functional experience across diverse industries, including Agri-chemicals, Retail, Construction, Consulting, Education Management, and Technology Startups. He holds a strong track record of building businesses from the ground up, driving strategic growth, and delivering P&L impact.

His core expertise spans Product Development, Process Optimization, Business Strategy, sales and marketing, and Operational Leadership. Having worked in MNCs, Indian conglomerates, and promoter-led organizations, he brings a nuanced understanding of stakeholder management, strategic alliances, and SBU leadership, consistently delivering 3x revenue growth and bottom-line results.

A firm believer in leveraging technology and data for sustainable growth, Venogopal is known for his pragmatic and execution-focused approach. He has actively contributed to decision-making support at the board level across domestic and international markets, driven by an entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and excellence.

Work Experience

• Management Consultant, Startup Mentor & Visiting Faculty | Nov 2015 – Present
  Mentoring startups and advising businesses on strategy, financial modeling, GTM, and operational excellence across sectors, while teaching at premier AACSB-accredited B-schools.
• Startup Mentor – NewChip Accelerator (USA), IIT-Bombay, BITS Pilani, WE Hub
  Guided early-stage startups in EdTech, LogisticsTech, and Fraud Detection on business models, strategy, and investor readiness.
• Visiting Faculty – NMIMS, ICFAI, Symbiosis
  Taught courses including Strategic Management, Operations, SCM, and Corporate Governance at leading business schools.
• Advisor – Roshni Agro, Food & Snacks Company, Laven Fashions
  Provided strategic guidance on product development, GTM strategies, funding, and operational efficiency.
• Vice President – Strategy & Business Development | Rohit Extractions Pvt Ltd | Nov 2018 – Nov 2019
  Led strategic initiatives, certifications, and international market expansion for food and aqua feed manufacturing, driving operational excellence.
• Chief Executive Officer | Kalanikethan Textiles Pvt Ltd | Mar 2012 – Oct 2015
  Scaled retail business from INR 650 MN to INR 2 BN, improved profitability, expanded store footprint, and led funding, strategy, and marketing initiatives.
• General Manager – Business Development | Atul Ltd | Apr 2010 – Apr 2011
  Drove diversification into the seeds sector through M&A exploration, due diligence, and agri project identification.
• Chief Executive Officer | ABS Infra & Venntura Pvt Ltd | Sep 2007 – Mar 2010
  Led P&L and operational turnaround of construction and agri-seeds businesses, successfully delivering delayed projects and securing INR 500 MN project finance.
• Country Manager | United Phosphorus (Shanghai) Co. Ltd, China | Jun 2006 – Jun 2007
  Managed China operations with USD 50 MN P&L responsibility, achieving product registrations and strategic marketing alliances.
• Regional Manager – Strategy & Operations | Heranba Industries Ltd | Jul 2002 – Jun 2005
  Oversaw P&L for South and Central India, spearheading regional growth and strategic operational execution in agrochemicals.