Ayyan Karmakar - Building TAFCO

Ayyan Karmakar

Building TAFCO

As a results-driven Clean-tech professional with over 13 years of experience, I have a proven track record of leading and innovating within the environmental services and products sector. My journey includes managing products and projects valued at $20 million, consistently delivering exceptional value through operational excellence, strategic planning, and brand building. Currently, I am building TAFCO which solves the problem of reliable filters for HVAC, industrial and domestic purposes.

In my recent role at Praan, I was heading the operations for a VC backed deep-tech startup functioning out of Mumbai. Although a short stint, I could infuse some instrumental changes across multiple dept. (sales to manufacturing). One of noteworthy achievements was to accelerate Praan's industrial sales through its first expo creating 100+ SQLs in just 3 days.

As the Chief Operating Officer at Airvoice (Intelligent CityAir India Pvt. Ltd.), I had successfully established a foundation for operations in India, focusing on market penetration, strategic sales, and operational efficiency. I spearheaded the introduction of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and ambient solutions, aligning them with cleantech industry trends to ensure a robust market fit. My efforts have significantly enhanced our industry reach and visibility through presentations at major conferences and summits, generating qualified leads and establishing our thought leadership in the cleantech sector.

Previously, at Oizom Instruments Pvt. Ltd., I played a pivotal role in scaling the company from 100 deployments in 2 countries to over 1500 deployments in 60 countries. My diverse roles included Chief Sales Officer, Chief Marketing Officer, Chief of Staff, and Project Manager, where I led initiatives that transformed our B2B marketing strategy, improved data quality, and drove significant business growth.

I am passionate about creating sustainable solutions and driving innovation in the environmental sector. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my strategic and operational skills to build high-performing teams and achieve organizational excellence.

Feel free to connect with me to discuss how we can collaborate and drive forward sustainable and innovative solutions in the cleantech industry.

As a person,I am always up for new initiatives and believe in constant learning. When not working, I would be found sipping a coffee and thinking about cricket, Indian politics or a scene from a movie. If in a good mood, I might just be humming a Bollywood song.As a results-driven Clean-tech professional with over 13 years of experience, I have a proven track record of leading and innovating within the environmental services and products sector. My journey includes managing products and projects valued at $20 million, consistently delivering exceptional value through operational excellence, strategic planning, and brand building. Currently, I am building TAFCO which solves the problem of reliable filters for HVAC, industrial and domestic purposes. In my recent role at Praan, I was heading the operations for a VC backed deep-tech startup functioning out of Mumbai. Although a short stint, I could infuse some instrumental changes across multiple dept. (sales to manufacturing). One of noteworthy achievements was to accelerate Praan's industrial sales through its first expo creating 100+ SQLs in just 3 days. As the Chief Operating Officer at Airvoice (Intelligent CityAir India Pvt. Ltd.), I had successfully established a foundation for operations in India, focusing on market penetration, strategic sales, and operational efficiency. I spearheaded the introduction of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and ambient solutions, aligning them with cleantech industry trends to ensure a robust market fit. My efforts have significantly enhanced our industry reach and visibility through presentations at major conferences and summits, generating qualified leads and establishing our thought leadership in the cleantech sector. Previously, at Oizom Instruments Pvt. Ltd., I played a pivotal role in scaling the company from 100 deployments in 2 countries to over 1500 deployments in 60 countries. My diverse roles included Chief Sales Officer, Chief Marketing Officer, Chief of Staff, and Project Manager, where I led initiatives that transformed our B2B marketing strategy, improved data quality, and drove significant business growth. I am passionate about creating sustainable solutions and driving innovation in the environmental sector. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my strategic and operational skills to build high-performing teams and achieve organizational excellence. Feel free to connect with me to discuss how we can collaborate and drive forward sustainable and innovative solutions in the cleantech industry. As a person,I am always up for new initiatives and believe in constant learning. When not working, I would be found sipping a coffee and thinking about cricket, Indian politics or a scene from a movie. If in a good mood, I might just be humming a Bollywood song.

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