Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Fellowshipsandscholarships
Awards
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Vikram Chowdhary

Brampton,Ontario

Summary

Nuffic (Netherlands Government sponsored) and Chevening scholar (British Foreign and Common wealth Office sponsored) and Strategic Business Development Executive with 15+ years of specialized experience in equipment leasing and financing in the Construction, Transportation, and Industrial sectors. Proven ability to identify prospects, develop comprehensive business plans, and engage C-Suite clients to drive revenue growth. Expert in structuring asset-backed transactions that meet client needs and regulatory standards. It is recognized for strong negotiation skills and meticulous attention to detail, with a global perspective enhanced by prestigious scholarships.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Peel Financial
04.2016 - 12.2023
  • Directed business development initiatives focused on equipment leasing for construction and transportation, building key relationships with lenders and C-Suite clients and growing fleets
  • Developed and executed strategic business plans that successfully secured meetings with senior executives at targeted accounts
  • Structured asset-backed financing transactions to meet internal standards and regulatory compliance across various asset types
  • Collaborated with government agencies on industry-related initiatives, effectively addressing policy changes and market dynamics impacting equipment financing
  • Streamlined operational processes to enhance communication and service delivery, resulting in improved customer satisfaction
  • Successfully delivered customized financing solutions, leading to increased client retention and referral business

Commercial Fleet Specialist

Benson Group Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Established strong relationships with commercial accounts in the transportation sector, focusing on equipment leasing opportunities
  • Identified and pursued new business prospects through targeted outreach and strategic management of key accounts
  • Analyzed market trends and sales data to drive business growth and optimize financing strategies
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by leveraging strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to client engagement

Education

Honors - International Affairs, Political Science and Government

York University

Master of Arts - International Policy and Strategy

Kurukshetra University

Diploma - Communication

Radio Netherlands Training Centre
01.2009

Diploma - Broadcast and Communication

Thomson Foundation, University of Cardiff
01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management, Economics, Political Science, and English

Jammu University
01.1995

Skills

  • Equipment Leasing Expertise
  • Business Development
  • C-Suite Engagement
  • Asset-Backed Transactions
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Negotiation & Precision

Fellowshipsandscholarships

  • Chevening Scholar: Selected for a prestigious scholarship emphasizing global leadership and development.
  • Nuffic Fellowship: Awarded a fellowship to enhance expertise in international education and development.

Awards

Punjabi Films Awards: Recognized for contributions to the community.

Timeline

Vice President

Peel Financial
04.2016 - 12.2023

Commercial Fleet Specialist

Benson Group Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016

Honors - International Affairs, Political Science and Government

York University

Master of Arts - International Policy and Strategy

Kurukshetra University

Diploma - Communication

Radio Netherlands Training Centre

Diploma - Broadcast and Communication

Thomson Foundation, University of Cardiff

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management, Economics, Political Science, and English

Jammu University
Vikram Chowdhary