#262 The Making of Tata Nano & Beyond with Ravi Kant, Former CEO of Tata Motors

This episode of The Core Report: Weekend Edition features a discussion with Ravi Kant, former CEO and Vice Chairman of Tata Motors. Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj sits down with Mr. Kant to delve into the journey of Tata Motors, from household name to global giant. They talk about the creation of the Tata Nano, successes and challenges of the Nano project, Mr. Kant's role in Tata Motors' acquisitions, including Daewoo Trucks (Korea) and Jaguar Land Rover, his role in transforming companies, including Tata Motors, LML Vespa, Philips, and Titan. ABOUT RAVI KANTRavi Kant, a highly accomplished leader, played a key role in shaping Tata Motors into a global success story. During his tenure as CEO and Vice Chairman, he oversaw the creation of the iconic Nano car, a revolutionary low-cost vehicle for India.  His leadership extended beyond Tata Motors, with successful turnarounds at LML Vespa and Philips, and the creation of the renowned Titan brand. He is also known for his strategic acquisitions like Daewoo trucks and Jaguar Land Rover, solidifying Tata Motors' global presence.  Beyond business, Ravi Kant is a dedicated philanthropist and actively supports educational institutions. His new book Leading from the Back is a distillation of the collective experience and wisdom of Ravi Kant (former CEO, vice chairman, Tata Motors), Harry Paul (co-author of the bestseller FISH! A Proven Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results) and Ross Reck (co-author of The Win-Win Negotiator).For more of our coverage check out thecore.inThe Core Report: Weekend Edition ft Ravi Kant (Video)--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube