Srinath Sridharan

Independent markets commentator. Media columnist. Board member. Corporate & Startup Advisor / Mentor. CEO coach. Strategic counsel for 25 years, with leading corporates across diverse sectors including automobile, e-commerce, advertising, consumer and financial services. Works with leaders in enabling transformation of organisations which have complexities of rapid-scale-up, talent-culture conflict, generational-change of promoters / key leadership, M&A cultural issues, issues of business scale & size. Understands & ideates on intersection of BFSI, digital, ‘contextual-finance’, consumer, mobility, GEMZ (Gig Economy, Millennials, gen Z), ESG. Well-versed with contours of governance, board-level strategic expectations, regulations & nuances across BFSI & associated stakeholder value-chain, challenges of organisational redesign and related business, culture & communication imperatives.

Latest Articles By Srinath Sridharan

Youngsters & Online Gaming GST: Lessons In Policymaking

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

The need for policy evolution goes beyond taxation and beyond online gaming. There lies the trust chasm

Take It Slow: Internationalisation Of The Rupee

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

IDG’s opinion that internationalisation is a "process rather than an event" is probably RBI-speak to mean “surely not for now”

Is Trolling, An Essential Freedom?

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

Embracing a culture where differences are respected, and debates are conducted with dignity will not only uphold the principles of freedom of expression but also contribute to a healthier, more inclusive digital landscape

What’s Still Needed In Indian Infrastructure Financing?

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

Infrastructure providers are incentivised to establish greater creditworthiness for their investments, relying primarily on market finance with government enhancements as additional support

High Productivity Needs Fresh Mindset

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

There is something that has worked for other nations whose productivity norms overshadow our attempts. Indian productivity levels over the past decade have been a topic of concern, with data and statistics highlighting the relatively lower productivity compared to other manufacturing economies

Indian Startups Shaping Future With Immersive Technologies

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

By fostering an ecosystem that supports scaling efforts, including government policies that encourage innovation and infrastructure development, Indian startups can thrive and compete globally in the Web3 space

Going Beyond Another MSME Day. We Can Do Better

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

With a focus on constant innovation, Indian MSMEs can unlock their true potential, drive economic growth, and become key players in the global marketplace

Why India’s Ethos Of Digital Public Infrastructure Matters

Srinath Sridharan

World

With the Prime Minister Modi’s significant visit to the US, and both governments’ announcement of a historic partnership to jointly develop Digital Public Infrastructure for the world

Ten Reasons Why The World Needs India’s Partnership

Srinath Sridharan

Opinion Columns

India, with its remarkable economic growth, cultural heritage, and commitment to equity and inclusion, has emerged as a regional and global power that holds immense potential for driving global growth despite emergent challenges that all nations will face

Why HR Should Worry About Ghosting At Workplace

Srinath Sridharan

National

Social media has also contributed to the prevalence of ghosting in modern-day society. With so many ways to communicate online, it has become easier than ever for people to simply unfollow, block, or ignore someone they no longer want to interact with