Nilani Sritharan (RNutr)

Initiator
DISC Type : Di

Independent Advisor at Nesta

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

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Personality Overview

Confident

Impact-Oriented

Risk-Accepting

They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

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Media Appearances

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Work History

3-2022 - 12-2025
Independent Advisor at Nesta
1-2020
Group Head of Healthy & Sustainable Diets at Sainsbury's
3-2018 - 1-2020
Company Nutritionist at Sainsbury's
4-2014 - 2-2018
Global Nutrition, Regulatory & External Affairs Group Manager (based in Switzerland) at Cereal Partners Worldwide (Nestlé & General Mills)
8-2008 - 4-2014
Regional Nutrition Manager: Asia & Oceania (based in Sydney) at Cereal Partners Worldwide (Nestlé & General Mills)

Education

1997 - 2001
BSc (Hons) from University of Surrey
2016 - 2016
Executive Certificate from Geneva Graduate Institute

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Exp : 24 Location : London, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Independent Advisor at Nesta
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Insights For Selling To Nilani

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but insert some anecdotes into it

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nilani is

  • Belief in the value of the product, relationship and a sense of accomplishment matter the most.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nilani

  • They are not shy of saying no if they do not develop trust in your product.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nilani move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Nilani take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Nilani

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