Srikar Kanda
Marketing Consultant | Marketing & Branding Consultant. Over 22+ years driving business development, retail operations, sales & marketing, merchandising, client relationships, and team leadership.
22+ Years of Driving Business Growth
Business Development, Retail, Sales & Marketing Experience
Experience of over 22+ years in handling various facets of Business Development & Retail Functions inclusive of Operations, Sales & Marketing, Merchandising, Client Relationship Management, and Team Management.
With a strong foundation in retail functions and a proven track record in sales & business development, Srikar has driven commercial performance, turnover growth, and profitability across diverse business verticals.
His expertise spans visual merchandising, marketing operations, market development, client servicing, and relationship management — underpinned by strong team leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
Currently serving as Executive Director at BNI India, leading regional operations and driving networking excellence across the East Godavari region.
Through strategic business networking, he has facilitated over ₹660 crore in business for 260+ business owners across the East Godavari district.
Professional Journey
A timeline of leadership roles across marketing, retail, and business networking
Executive Director
BNI India Official
Marketing Consultant
BNI India Official
Brand Marketing Manager
V Connet Marketing
Chief Manager Marketing
Spencer's Retail Limited
Sr. Manager - Marketing
Spencer's Retail Limited
Regional Manager - Marketing
Spencer's Retail Limited
Assistant Manager - Marketing/Operations
Spencer's Retail Limited
Officer - Marketing
Spencer's Retail Limited
Education
Academic foundation in commerce, business, and retail management
Ph.D. - Retail Management
Andhra University
Specialization: Rural Retailing
Jan 2022 – Present
M.B.A.
Andhra University
Retail Management
2008 – 2010
Commerce
Andhra University
Bachelor of Commerce
1999 – 2001
Core Expertise
Key competencies honed over 22+ years of business leadership
Achievements & Recognition
Honors and milestones earned through dedication and excellence
BNI India Core Value Award — Positive Attitude
Honored and grateful to receive the BNI Core Value — Positive Attitude Award 2026 at BNI India. This award recognizes unwavering positivity, resilience, and an uplifting approach to business networking and leadership.
4 Regional Awards at the National Level
BNI East Godavari Region Tri-Cities received 4 regional awards at the national level — a testament to the collective effort, networking excellence, and business referral culture fostered across the region.
BNI Activities
Driving networking excellence in the East Godavari region
Building the Largest Business Networking Community
280+ members and visitors participated in Rajahmundry's biggest networking event, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professionals to forge meaningful connections and drive referral-based business growth.
Leadership & Networking
Leading India's premier business networking organization
Executive Director
May 2019 – Present
Leading BNI operations as Executive Director, driving regional business networking excellence, chapter growth, and member success across the East Godavari region.
Marketing Consultant
Jan 2018 – May 2019
Served as Marketing Consultant, building and scaling BNI chapters, facilitating high-impact networking events, and fostering referral-based business culture.
Recommendations
Feedback from a professional colleague and direct manager
Have known Srikar for about 9 years. Srikar's knowledge in the area of Marketing & processes is admirable. He is extremely focussed and attention to detail is an area of strength. Srikar is completely a people's person and is great at relationship management.
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