Mahesh Kothurkar is an experienced professional with a diverse background in management and strategic initiatives. As the Founder of Global Footprint Advisory since February 2015, Mahesh has collaborated with startups to build traction in India. Prior to this, Mahesh held multiple roles at Tata Communications from June 2007 to January 2015, including General Manager of Growth Ventures, where responsibilities included the turnaround and growth of data center products, and Head of Global Business Excellence SA, focusing on creating a culture of excellence through critical business metrics. Additionally, Mahesh was involved in corporate affairs and human resources at Reliance Industries Limited and served as a Commissioned Officer in the Indian Navy for over two decades, participating in international naval campaigns. Mahesh's educational qualifications include a General Management Program from Harvard Business School and a Management degree from NMIMS, complemented by a BSc in Physics from the University of Mumbai and the Indian Institute of Science.