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Executive profile
A financial markets professional and corporate board member with more than 25 years of experience in the Indian financial markets.
A Commerce graduate of the University of Madras, Prasanna Dhandapani began his capital-markets career in 1997. He has since developed experience across Indian equity and commodity markets, investment advisory, financial planning, corporate governance and strategic business development.
Earlier leadership positions in sales and business development gave him a foundation in commercial operations, relationship management, organisational coordination and strategic planning. His professional approach is centred on integrity, transparency, accountability, ethical conduct and responsible business practice, and his work draws on collaboration with chartered accountants, legal professionals and financial experts.
At a glance
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Experience
25+ years
In the Indian financial markets.
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Capital markets
Since 1997
Equity and commodity markets, investment advisory and financial planning.
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Education
B.Com.
University of Madras, India.
Professional experience
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Financial and Capital Markets
Experience across Indian equity and commodity markets, investment advisory, strategic financial planning, financial analysis and market-oriented decision-making.
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Sales, Business Development and Leadership
Leadership positions in sales and business development, building a foundation in commercial operations, relationship management, organisational coordination and strategic planning.
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Corporate Board Leadership
Board-level deliberations, strategic oversight, policy considerations and long-term organisational objectives, within the scope of his directorial responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
- Financial Markets & Investment Advisory
- Equity & Commodity Markets
- Financial Planning
- Corporate Governance & Board Oversight
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Financial & Regulatory Considerations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Assessment
- Organisational Management
- Long-term Value Creation
Education & affiliations
- University of Madras, India
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.).
- MethodHub Software Limited
- Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director. An external board appointment, separate from his role with SWEP.
Professional objective
To contribute market experience, strategic perspective and governance capabilities to initiatives that strengthen institutional performance, support effective business planning and create long-term stakeholder value.
Strategic discussion
Discuss an Opportunity in Confidence.
For qualified counterparties, SWEP can facilitate a confidential preliminary discussion before progressing to appropriate due diligence, information exchange and formal documentation.