I love my brand: Videocon?has created connect with the Indian consumer base for many years. With a good brand recall, Videocon has managed to make its presence felt in the market through constant innovations.
My job is great: It provides me immense opportunities to explore and innovate continuously.
Most inspirational moment:My dad (Venugopal Dhoot) has been my inspiration throughout. It was 25 years ago that my father and uncles started making black and white televisions in a small tin shed under the guidance of my grandfather. Since then, we have been pursuing excellence and innovation along with a consumer centric approach to make Videocon a global conglomerate. I owe it to him! He is my guide and mentor.
The turning point in my career:The turning point in my career was when we added Europe?s number one home appliances brand, Electrolux, to our existing portfolio of brands. I was appointed as the CEO of Electrolux, that too at the age of 27. It was a challenging exercise to make it a profitable venture and we have succeeded in doing so over a period of time.
My favourite social networking site: I love LinkedIn as its used by majority of corporates and it?s the best way of networking.
The first thing I do when I get to my office: I check my mails and discuss my schedule with my secretary. After that my main focus is on strategic planning.
In my free time: I like to spend time with my son who manages to cheer me up always.?I love sports, especially badminton and table tennis. I try to take time out for myself and play whenever possible.
Brands I wear: Marks?& Spencer,?Armani, Versace, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, TAG Heuer and Omega.