Col. Zahl Tantra

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DISC Type : DC

Founder & Principal Consultant at Zentra Consulting

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Zahl Tantra is the Founder of Zentra Consulting, leveraging over 35 years of military and corporate experience to solve complex operational challenges. A graduate of IIM, Indore, he specializes in supply chain transformation and inventory optimization. Colleagues describe him as a remarkable leader with integrity and a strong ability to connect with people.

An Indian Army veteran, Zahl is driven by a strong sense of patriotism and positivity. He is a published author on sustainable supply chains and enjoys sharing his knowledge through writing and guest lectures, applying his vast experience to both corporate and societal challenges like crisis management and civic infrastructure.

After a distinguished 31-year career in the Indian Army, where he received a commendation for exemplary service, he successfully transitioned into corporate consulting.

Personality Overview

Precise But Practical

Thorough Evaluator

ROI Driven

They are less concerned about the product and more about its potential impact.  They respond better to strong and respectful interactions. They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships.

Topics They Care About

Operational Resilience
A core theme in his consulting practice and personal writings, he views it as a lived discipline rather than just a service.
Sustainable Supply Chains
The focus of his PhD research and a co-authored academic paper, indicating deep expertise in green logistics and sustainable warehousing.
Enterprise Risk Management
He is a member of the Regional Advisory Board for RIMS South Asia and holds multiple risk management certifications.

Media Appearances

Col. has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Founder & Principal Consultant at Zentra Consulting
4-2025
Project Leader - Inventory Management & Stores Accounting Transformation at ETOE Transportation Infrastructure Ltd
7-2024 - 3-2025
Research Scholar at Sir Padampat Singhania University, Udaipur
9-2023 - 6-2024
Cluster Head, (North), Auto & Farm Sector at Mahindra Logistics
3-2022 - 9-2023
Head - BTS Services at Mahindra Logistics

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from Sir Padampat Singhania University, Udaipur
9-2009 - 9-2009
Management Development Program from Indian Institute of Management, Indore

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Exp : 35 Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder & Principal Consultant at Zentra Consulting
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Insights For Selling To Col. Zahl

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak about competitive differentiation that your product offers
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points without becoming too analytical
  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust

DONT's

  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead
  • Do not spend too much time focusing on product tech or features
  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Col. Zahl is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Col. Zahl

  • If they decide not to use your product, they will say no clearly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Col. Zahl move?

  • If convinced, they can reach decisions quite fast.
  • Can Col. Zahl take some risk or not?

  • They do not shy away from taking risks, but can be quite binary about them.

You And Col. Zahl

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