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Kinner Lakhani

Chief Operating Officer at CottonConnect

Kinner Lakhani has a diverse range of work experience spanning over two decades. Kinner currently holds the role of Global Commercial Director at CottonConnect, a London-based company that focuses on improving the sustainability of global textile supply chains. In this position, they are responsible for creating a transparent and resilient supply chain, enabling producers and raw material farmers to work more responsibly. Prior to this role, they served as a Program Director - Global at CottonConnect.

Before joining CottonConnect, Kinner Lakhani worked as the Business Head at Lakhani & Co., where they utilized their expertise in leading the company's operations and strategic initiatives. Kinner also served as the Head of Sales & Operations for Shop In Shop, MBO, Large Format Retail at Future Group India.

In addition, Kinner Lakhani has experience as a Business Manager at Reliance Brands Limited and as a Director at Claude Lorrain, an entrepreneurial retail venture dealing in footwear, accessories, and apparel. Kinner also worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Team Leader and at BRK Pvt Ltd as a Deputy Manager.

Throughout their career, Kinner Lakhani has demonstrated strong leadership and management skills, overseeing teams and implementing marketing strategies for brand development and promotions.

Overall, Kinner Lakhani's work experience showcases their expertise in various industries and highlights their commitment to sustainability, business development, and team management.

Kinner Lakhani's education history includes obtaining a Certificate in Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School in 2022. In 2010, they also completed an exchange MBA program at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where they studied Finance, Strategy, and Operations. In the same year, Kinner Lakhani acquired a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from SDA Bocconi, specializing in Business Administration, Management, and Operations. Earlier, from 2006 to 2008, they pursued a Master of Commerce (MCom) at the University of Mumbai, focusing on Business Administration and Management. Kinner Lakhani began their undergraduate education at H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, earning a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in 2002, with a field of study in Accounting and Business/Management. Additionally, in 2010, Kinner Lakhani obtained a certification as a Bloomberg Certified User from Bloomberg LP.

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Timeline

  • Chief Operating Officer

    October 1, 2023 - present

  • Global Commercial Director

    August, 2022

  • Program Director - Global

    August, 2021