Open to COO Roles · Remote & Global
AI-First Operations Leader

Anbukumaran Vasanthan

Chief Operations Officer  ·  AI & Automation Architect
B.E. Mechanical Engineer  ·  Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (CLSSE-BB)

Builds intelligent operating systems across product, operations, and growth. 24+ years transforming businesses across 6 countries. Uses the best tools that already exist — wired together the right way. No reinventing. No over-engineering. Just results.

24+
Years Global Ops
400%
Revenue Growth
$300K
Annual Cost Saved
80%
Manual Effort Cut
Anbukumaran Vasanthan
24+
Yrs Experience
Specialisation
AI-First COO
🧩
Operating Philosophy
"I don't reinvent the wheel. I pick the best tool that already exists for your business — and wire them into one intelligent system. No custom builds. No over-engineering. Just the right tools, connected the right way."
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An AI-first COO's direct take on operations, scale, and what most companies are getting wrong.

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Measurable Impact

Numbers That Define
Two Decades of Execution

Every metric is a real outcome from a real engagement — not projections, not estimates.

60–80%
Manual processing cut via AI automation
70%+
Faster reporting via real-time dashboards
50%
Faster hiring & onboarding cycles
9,000+
Customers scaled in 24 months
85%
Rework cost eliminated
$2M
Revenue from improved bid win rate
$50M
Asset portfolio managed — APAC
72%
ROI in 9 months — mask manufacturing
Core Capabilities

What an AI-First COO
Brings to the Table

Operations in the AI era means designing systems that think, adapt, and compound — using tools that already exist, not building from scratch.

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AI-First Operations Architecture
Selecting and deploying best-fit AI tools — Claude, ChatGPT, n8n, Zapier, Make — connected into one intelligent operating system. No custom builds, no vendor lock-in.
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Dashboarding & Real-Time Visibility
Power BI and integrated reporting pipelines so founders see the business clearly, without touching a spreadsheet. Right tool, deployed right.
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🚀
MVP Execution & Product-Ops Alignment
Operationalising MVP delivery using existing platforms — SOPs, team structure, execution cadence, and product-ops integration from day one.
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⚙️
Lean Six Sigma Process Optimization
Certified CLSSE-BB. 24 years of VSM, RCA, DMADV, TPM across manufacturing, oil & gas, e-commerce, and digital globally. Proven methods, not new ones.
// 05
🌐
Remote Team Scaling & Performance
Automated hiring pipelines, onboarding systems, KPI frameworks, and accountability infrastructure using Notion, Asana, and ClickUp.
// 06
💼
CRM & Sales Operations
Salesforce, GoHighLevel, ActiveCampaign — selecting the right CRM for your business stage. The tool that fits, not the most complex one.
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🌎
Global Operations & P&L Leadership
Cross-functional ops across India, China, Singapore, Australia, Norway, Sweden. Multi-million dollar P&L ownership throughout 24 years.
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🛡️
Compliance, Risk & ISO Governance
ISO 9001/14001/45001/13485. Audit readiness across 6 global jurisdictions. Existing frameworks applied, not invented.
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🎯
Change Management & Org Design
Growth strategy translated into execution via organisational redesign, cultural alignment, and accountability at every level of the business.
Career History

24 Years. 6 Countries.
One Throughline.

From automotive supply chain in Chennai to AI SaaS startups in the US — every chapter: operational clarity at scale, using the best tools available.

Oct – Dec 2025 · 3 Months
Fractional COO
mynewstaff.ai · SaaS AI Startup · USA (Remote)
  • Set up complete operation structure using Notion & Asana — best-fit existing tools, not custom systems
  • Established SOPs, execution workflows, and accountability frameworks for MVP-stage delivery
NotionAsanaSaaS OpsMVP Execution
Oct 2025 – Apr 2026 · 6 Months
Fractional COO
E-Commerce Digital Marketing Agency · Australia (Remote)
  • ClickUp as centralised SSOT — SOPs, SLAs, KPIs across onboarding, delivery, and reporting
  • Best-fit AI stack (Claude, ChatGPT, n8n, Zapier, Make) → 60–80% manual processing eliminated
  • Real-time dashboards → 70%+ reporting effort cut; automated hiring → 50% faster onboarding
ClickUpn8nClaude AIZapierPower BI
Apr – Sep 2025 · 6 Months
Fractional COO
The Retail Strategists Pty · AU/US (Remote)
  • Full SOP library in Notion; remote team hired with clear KPIs; bootcamp launched; SaaS AI MVP shipped
NotionSaaS MVPTeam Building
Oct 2022 – Dec 2024 · 2 Years
Interim CEO / Co-Founder
Handytamila (Agniko Home Services Pvt Ltd) · India
  • Built from zero → 4 cities, 9,000+ customers, 300% revenue growth in 24 months
  • Times Business Award 2023 — Emerging Start-Up of the Year · YESCON 2024 — Creative Entrepreneur Finalist
Growth OpsDigital TransformationAward-Winning
Sep 2021 – Current
Business Excellence Consultant
Self-Employed · Global (Remote)
  • TPM in Printing Press → +12% productivity, +4% profitability
  • Lean Six Sigma in manufacturing → 35% turnaround cut
  • Surgical mask facility in 8 weeks → 72% ROI in 9 months
  • ISO 9001 for 12+ startups → 100% first-attempt certification
Lean Six SigmaISO 9001Power BI
Feb 2014 – Aug 2021 · 7.5 Years
Regional Operations Manager – APAC
Modex Energy Rentals Singapore Pte Ltd · Oil & Gas
  • 9 APAC bases · 4,000+ assets worth $50M · 100+ people
  • Lean Six Sigma → $300K saved, 20% productivity boost; bid win +15% → $2M revenue
  • Enterprise Automation: Salesforce CRM, fleet mgmt, cloud server, QMS — all best-of-breed platforms
  • First DNV 2.7-1/2.7-2, ATEX, IEC certified offshore modules in APAC
SalesforceLean Six Sigma$50M P&LDNV Certified
Feb 2007 – Jan 2014 · 7 Years
Project & Quality Manager – Asia
Uniteam Holding AS Norway · China Operations
  • Established Zhangjiagang Uniteam Co. Ltd → 40% project cost reduction
  • TLC Yangzhou quality re-engineering → 85% rework cut, delivery +35%
  • ISO 9001, 14001 & 18001 · IL6S global standardisation
ISO 9001/14001Manufacturing OpsChina
Oct 2005 – Jan 2007
Supply Chain & Purchase Engineer
Ford India · Hyundai Motor India · Automotive · Chennai
  • Ford: 100% container utilisation → USD 12 saved/car · 95% on-time delivery
  • Hyundai: 100% on-time shipments · Tier 2 local supplier substitution programme
Supply ChainFordHyundai
Jun 2003 – Sep 2005
Customer Co-ordinator – PPC
Krishna Fabrications Pvt Ltd · Chennai
  • Order management & scheduling for sheet metal components per Hyundai production plan
  • Inventory & demand planning aligned with customer demand
Production PlanningInventory Mgmt
Signature Projects

Where Strategy Meets
Real-World Execution

Transformations across 8 industries. Right diagnosis, right tools, decisive action — never over-engineered.

AI
E-Commerce Marketing · Australia
AI-First Operating System Build
Fractional COO · Oct 2025 – Apr 2026
Best-fit AI stack — no custom builds. 80% manual effort cut. 70% faster reporting. 50% faster hiring.
● Live in Production
Coaching
Coaching & Consulting · AU/US
Operational Excellence — Retail Strategists
Fractional COO · 6 Months
SOP library, remote team, bootcamp, SaaS AI MVP — one contract. Zero custom development.
● SaaS MVP Delivered
Home Services
On-Demand Services · India
Handytamila — Business Build
Co-Founder / CEO · 2021–2024
4 cities, 9,000+ customers, 300% revenue in 24 months. Times Business Award 2023.
● Award-Winning Startup
Offshore
Oil & Gas · Singapore / APAC
DNV Certified Offshore Module
Regional Ops Manager · 2014–2015
First APAC supplier of fully compliant Zone 1 offshore cabins (DNV, ATEX, IEC).
● APAC First
Fleet
Oil & Gas · Global
Global Fleet Management System
Regional Ops Manager · 2015
Cloud-based with live satellite tracking. 4,000+ assets, $50M portfolio. Existing tech selected & integrated.
● $50M Portfolio
Quality
Manufacturing · China
Quality Process Re-Engineering — TLC Yangzhou
Quality Consultant · 2007
Online QC at critical steps — no new systems. 85% rework cut. 30% faster delivery.
● 85% Rework Eliminated
Healthcare
Healthcare Manufacturing · India
Surgical Mask Facility — Covid Response
Consultant / Interim MD · 2020–2022
Full production in 8 weeks, standard machinery. 72% ROI in 9 months.
● 72% ROI · 8-Week Setup
CRM
Oil & Gas · Singapore
Salesforce CRM Implementation — Modex
Regional Manager · Jun–Sep 2019
Integrated with existing Fleet, Box & QMS — no new platforms. 20% sales & revenue growth.
● 20% Revenue Growth
Recognition

Awards & Media Coverage

Recognised by industry bodies and regional media for entrepreneurial impact and operational excellence.

Times Business Award 2023
Times Business Awards 2023
Emerging Start-Up of the Year · Handytamila · Madurai & Trichy
YESCON 24
YES Excellence Awards 2024 — Finalist
Creative Entrepreneur of the Year · Agniko Home Services · Madurai
Handytamila press
Media Feature · Regional Press
"Handytamila – Creating a Buzz in On-Call Home Services"

Anbukumaran Vasanthan's Handytamila was featured in regional press for pioneering on-demand home services in Tier 2 and 3 cities of Tamil Nadu — scaling to 1,300+ active customers and 2,500+ app downloads in early stages, before growing to 9,000+ customers across 4 cities.

Technology Stack

Best Tool for the Job.
Not the Most Complex One.

Every tool is selected based on business need. The stack is always composed from best-in-class existing solutions — never built from scratch.

AI & Automation
ClaudeChatGPTHiggsfieldn8nZapierMake
Work OS & Project Mgmt
ClickUp ✓Monday.comNotion ✓Asana ✓
CRM & Sales
SalesforceGoHighLevelActiveCampaign
Data & Analytics
Power BIMinitab
Collaboration
MS Office 365Slack
Methodologies
Lean Six SigmaDMADVTPMIL6SISO StandardsVSM
Credentials

Education, Certifications
& Verified Badges

ClickUp Verified Power User
Asana Ambassador
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Certified Lean Six Sigma Executive Black Belt (CLSSE-BB) · Henry Harvin · Feb 2025
Agentic AI Expert
Agentic AI Expert · Future Agents · Nov 2025
Notion Academy Advanced
Notion Academy Advanced · Notion Official
🎓 Engineering Degree
B.E. Mechanical Engineering
Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
⭐ Black Belt Certified
Certified Lean Six Sigma Executive Black Belt (CLSSE-BB)
Henry Harvin Education · Cert No: 5455/HH/4628 · Feb 2025
🤖 AI Certification
Agentic AI Expert — Agentic AI Automation
Future Agents (Pritam Nagrale) · Nov 2025
📄 Diploma
Advanced Diploma — OHS & Environmental Management
BSS, India
📄 Certification
Career Essentials in Business Analysis · PMP & Agile Foundations
Professional Certifications
📄 Certification
Operational Excellence Foundations · Data Analytics for Business
Professional Certifications
📅 ISO Auditor
ISO 9001, 14001, 18001, 45001 & 13485 Internal Auditor
DNV Singapore
📄 Training
Managing Projects with Microsoft 365 · Business Process Modelling
Microsoft / Professional Training
Get in Touch

Ready to Build
Something Intelligent?

Whether you need a Fractional COO, an AI-first operational transformation, or a strategic operator behind your growth — let's talk. 45 minutes, no pitch.

av@anbuvasanthan.com
📞 +91 96295 97767 📍 Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India 🌎 Available Globally · Remote