25+ years of
sourcing and supply chain experience in the Apparel & Footwear industry
working with renowned global companies such as Nike, Columbia Sportswear, VF
Corporation, and PVH. Built & led country & regional sourcing
operations across Asia & Africa with teams responsible for innovation,
sourcing, product development, raw materials, cost engineering,
delivery & quality, sustainability & PO management in both direct and
matrix roles.
An MBA from HKU
Business School (Deans Honours) and a MTech. in Textile Technology from GSKSJTI
Bangalore (Gold Medal) , Girish has awards for successful supply chain
transformations and implementations.
“I believe in
fostering excellence through a psychologically safe, transparent, and inclusive
team environment. I believe it all starts with the leadership. I founded Stride
Partners Limited in 2023 with a vision to inspire leadership excellence and
support an inclusive and responsible supply chain community in the Apparel
& Footwear supply chain in the region”.