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Nitin Govila: Heart Led Leadership in Construction

Nitin Govila · July 18, 2023

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Nitin Govila: Heart Led Leadership in Construction

Podcast: Soft As Steel

July 18, 2023

Dennis Doran interviews Nitin Govila, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for Search Ferrari Group. They discuss the importance of soft skills in leadership and how they impact the construction industry. They emphasize the need for compassion, empathy, and mindfulness in…

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Key topicsHow to manage heat, light, and noise to create sustainable workspaces good for both the environment and our mental healthWith more people working from home and the rise of flexible workspaces, there is a growing need for sustainable and healthy work environments. Nitin Govila can speak to the importance of managing heat, light, and noise in creating workspaces that are both environmentally friendly and conducive to mental well-being. Exploring Composite Materials for Design and AcousticsAccording to a recent survey, 80% of architects believe that composite materials will play a significant role in the future of building design. Nitin Govila can speak to the benefits and challenges of using composite materials in architecture and design, particularly in relation to acoustics. How to create profitable & sustainable companies and organizations from ground zero, even in the midst of economic downturnNitin Govila can share insights from his experience in building and growing profitable and sustainable companies from scratch, even in challenging economic environments. He can discuss the key strategies and skills needed to succeed in this endeavor. View all topics →

About Nitin Govila

Nitin Govila, podcast guest

Management Leader, Entrepreneur, Engineer and Meditation Trainer

15+ Years in strategic leadership7 APAC and MEA territories managedHEC Paris MBA merit scholarBoard Chair Heartfulness Singapore

Nitin Govila is a seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in driving strategic vision, building sustainable companies, and expanding markets. As the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President for APAC+MEA, Nitin has created strong organizations and market presence in Asia-Pacific, MEA, and Oceania. He has a history of helping to grow and/or create profitable and sustainable companies and organizations from ground zero, even in the midst of economic downturn.

Nitin is an expert in architecture and design, construction industry, composite materials, manufacturing, materials, and building facade. He has successfully transitioned from one sector/company to another and delivered the expected impact and outcomes. Nitin is a people-centric leader who is always very alert and aware of the impact of company decisions on people. He has also always believed that as a professional, one needs to find ways to give back to society.

Nitin is a Meditation Trainer for the global non-profit Heartfulness, and is currently Chairman of the Board of Directors for Heartfulness Singapore. He has brought this heart-centered approach to train individuals and assist corporate teams in providing clarity and balance of mind. Nitin has mentored and guided leaders, country managers, territory managers, product management team members, and plant managers. He excels at expanding target and product categories across untapped markets.

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About this episode

Dennis Doran interviewsNitin Govila, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for Search Ferrari Group. They discuss the importance of soft skills in leadership and how they impact the construction industry. They emphasize the need for compassion, empathy, and mindfulness in leadership to create nurturing environments that foster innovation. They also explore the role of culture, diversity, and inclusion in the construction industry. The conversation shifts to the role of love and self-awareness in finding inner peace and clarity, with a focus on the practice of meditation. Speaker 3 shares personal experiences and encourages others to start their own meditation practice.

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