My Journey
I'm a Cloud sales evangelist and 2X entrepreneur dedicated to building technologies and empowering people who are laying the foundation for a Golden Age for humanity
BORN XDS by Tech Mahindra, Singapore
Regional Vice President - SEA , Jan’2024 - Present
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Amazon Web Services, Singapore
Enterprise Account Manager , Jan’2023 - July’2023
After years of setting up and building new businesses across APAC, I finally got a chance, Landing a job at AWS was a dream come true. I more or less worked all this while to get to that point.
The team I had the privilege of helping was tasked with expanding the AWS footprint in Malaysia and Singapore. We helped carry out all aspects of the sales and helped redefine customer acquisition and partner engagement strategy across the Greenfield patch, considered to be the most difficult patch among AWS folks.
I was able to sell products that bettered the lives of millions of people around the world.
Honeywell , Kuala Lumpur
APAC Software Sales Leader , May’19 - Oct’22
1st Headcount for Software business within Honeywell. Set up entire SW business and laid down SOPs and Delivered extraordinary revenue growth of 979% (FY20) and an astounding 2214% (FY21). Achieved 155% of annual quota in 1H 2022.
Led a team to grow the business 3X 3 years, even amidst a pandemic. Managed 150+ channel partners and executed impactful marketing campaigns across APAC. Nurtured 115 ISVs and recruited new ones for robust funnel growth.
Shopclues , India
Associate Director - Enterprise Solutions, Jan’19-May’19
Powerpacked Short-stint at first Unicorn marketplace of India. Responsible for setting up Enterprise Solutions Group
Vinculum Group, Singapore & India
Global Head - Product & Strategic Alliances, Aug’17 - Dec’18
In under 18 months, I doubled our product revenue and led the OMS engine re-engineering, boosting ARPU by 12% and reducing churn by 13%. My role included launching $5 million in ARR products and creating a groundbreaking loyalty platform. We introduced in-app tokens, increasing orders by 167%. I also formed a Strategic Alliances team, onboarding 37+ partners in two quarters, reshaping our company's future.
Washmycar , India
CEO & Founder , May’15 - July’17
Helped Save 2 Billion Gallon of clean water. "From bootstrap to a staggering $6.1 Million organically, I orchestrated a brand transformation from B2C to a global export manufacturing powerhouse. With innovation at our core, we filed five patents for cutting-edge plant-based auto cleaning solvents.
I personally curated and nurtured a formidable team of 240 individuals, propelling us into seven countries and establishing over 87 franchises worldwide. Our exponential growth didn't go unnoticed, as we clinched the prestigious Best Sustainable Start-up award in the Automobile Sector by NASCOM for two consecutive years. Our journey is not just impactful; it's revolutionizing an entire industry.
TechMahindra , Hong Kong
Country Manager , Feb’11 - Dec’14
Set up HK subsidiary for a US$ 4 Billion GSI. Led country sales, P&L. Grew revenue to $20M organically by '14. Revived Hong Kong, securing partnerships with IBM, Service Now, and Oracle. Secured Tech M as prime contractor for gov deals, winning 2 major projects. Relaunched the Tech M logo, and built a US$15 M run rate, with 30% YoY. Led inside sales team and Marketing team to scale BD efforts. Reported to CEO for strategic initiatives in North Asia related to M&As and JVs.
My system
Choose Optimism
Always Be Learning
Prioritize the Customer
Invest in Ideas That Matter
Be Aggressively Open-Minded
Pursue Passions, Not Paychecks
Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
Be Crafty, Loving, Adaptive, and Relentless
What i can do
Skills & Education
education
2019 - 2020
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Masters in Business Management
2006 - 2010
CSVTU , Bhilai
BTech , Electrical Engineering
Testimonials
Sid is a great team player and he has unwavering commitment to excellence. He consistently challenge status quo and look for ways to improve and grow. He genuinely strives to forge win-win partnership within his network and always come out with innovative ideas to do so.
Cedric Yong
Account Manager , Enterprise Business @ AWS
Sid is a talented high achiever, craving for goals, achievements, or qualifications.
He is ambitious, and professional, and always derives satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a meaningful connection with new contacts. His strong self-confidence is pulling him upward, away from the mediocre toward the exceptional.
I would heartily recommend Sid for any customer-facing-related roles.
Wai Kit Lai
Conglomerate Lead , Malaysia @ AWS
I have had the pleasure of working with Siddharth (Sid) and have been consistently impressed by his intelligence, and creativity. He has a unique ability to take complex problems and simplify them, making it easy for everyone on the team to understand and execute. In addition to his technical skills, Sid is an excellent communicator and team player.
Vikas Wadhwa
Chief Commercial Officer, BCI
About Me
A highly results-oriented sales professional with an entrepreneurial mindset, driving innovation and solving complex problems. Proven track record of driving exponential growth and forging strategic alliances. Committed to exceeding targets and delivering customer-centric solutions. Experienced in P&L management and international expansion
"Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs