Ravindran Balan

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AVP at E3 | Electric.Ai

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Senthilprabhu is the Head of New Product Development at E3 Electric. Ai, with extensive experience in R&D, international sourcing, and program management. His career includes leadership roles at BGAUSS, Ampere Vehicles, and Hero Cycles. He earned his Masters degree from the College of Engineering, Guindy.

His professional interests extend to the broader Indian automotive landscape, as he actively follows major domestic players like Tata Motors and the Mahindra Group, indicating a passion for the industrys evolution.

He has successfully managed product development for a uniquely diverse portfolio, including bicycles, fitness equipment, and a full range of electric vehicles.

Personality Overview

Judgemental

Demanding

Upfront

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.

Topics They Care About

Electric Vehicle NPD
As Head of New Product Development, he leads the entire product lifecycle from R&D and homologation to launch for various electric vehicles.
Vendor Development
His background highlights a focus on building robust supply chains through international sourcing and vendor development, crucial for hardware and vehicle manufacturing.
Sustainable Mobility
[Predicted] His career progression across multiple electric vehicle companies like Ampere, BGAUSS, and E3 Electric. Ai suggests a deep interest in sustainable transport solutions.

Media Appearances

Ravindran has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2024
AVP at E3 | Electric.Ai
9-2021 - 11-2024
General Manager at BGAUSS
12-2018 - 8-2021
Head Of Product Development at Ampere Vehicles Pvt Ltd
8-2017 - 8-2018
General Manager at Hero Cycles Ltd
8-2015 - 8-2017
Product Development at TI Cycles of India

Education

2002 - 2004
Master’s Degree from College of Engineering, Guindy
1994 - 1998
Bachelor’s Degree from PSG College of Technology

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Insights For Selling To Ravindran

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them questions confidently while doing discovery, don’t be apologetic
  • Stress on the business value that your product offers
  • Highlight the competitive differentiation of your product

DONT's

  • Do not give up if they are not convinced, try again with a different approach
  • Refrain from asking too many questions
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ravindran is

  • Confidence in the product plays an important role, followed by powerful testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ravindran

  • They might hesitate a little, but they will say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ravindran move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Ravindran take some risk or not?

  • Once they have analyzed the pros and cons, they can take some risks.

You And Ravindran

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