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Nikhil Shah

Pune

Summary

Entrepreneurial leader with 15+ years of experience building and scaling businesses, blending financial expertise with operational excellence and digital strategy. Proven track record in small business advisory, financial planning, e-commerce growth, and digital brand management. Adept at client relationship development, capital allocation, and sales strategy. Seeking to leverage a unique mix of finance, marketing, and business development to drive measurable value in forward-looking organizations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Founder & Business Strategist

Glaze Glass & Esset Global
Pune
11.2009 - Current
  • Built and scaled multi-vertical businesses from ground up, handling financial planning, marketing, and vendor management.
  • Managed capital allocation, investor relations, and multi-year budgeting across physical retail and digital channels.
  • Led advisory for over 50+ small business clients and vendors, offering insights into operations, cash flow, and digital transformation.
  • Launched and grew e-commerce brands including Finch Blue Speakers and Getornafied.com, achieving 6-figure revenue through SEO-driven traffic and strategic pricing models.
  • Oversaw accounting, tax filings, and compliance functions using tools like Tally and QuickBooks.
  • Developed and executed online campaigns across Amazon, Google Ads, and Shopify with a focus on conversion optimization.
  • Built supplier relationships across Asia and Europe; managed import logistics and sourcing for product lines.
  • Provided portfolio management services and stock trading guidance to partners, aligning risk appetite with capital strategies.

Education

MBA - Finance

University of Liverpool
London, UK
05.2007 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Pune
Pune, India
05.2002 - 06.2005

Skills

  • Small Business Consulting

  • Relationship Management

  • Financial Planning

  • Forecasting

  • Investment Strategy

  • Client Acquisition

  • Account Expansion

  • Digital Marketing Strategy

  • E-commerce Operations

  • Retail Operations

  • Import Sourcing

  • Global Supply Chain

  • High-Impact Communication

  • Negotiation

Certification

Financial Markets, Yale University (Coursera)

Projects Highlights

  • Negotiated and closed 7+ high-ticket B2B vendor accounts across India, SE Asia, and UAE.
  • Built a scalable B2C funnel using Shopify and Amazon for niche products with conversion rates of 3.2–4.5%.

Timeline

Founder & Business Strategist

Glaze Glass & Esset Global
11.2009 - Current

MBA - Finance

University of Liverpool
05.2007 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Pune
05.2002 - 06.2005

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