Ashish Goel is a seasoned business leader and Managing Partner at Axights LLC, a prominent firm in the GCC region. With over 20 years of experience, Ashish has demonstrated a proven track record in driving growth, market expansion, and digital transformation. His expertise spans strategic planning, business development, and product innovation, making him a highly sought-after advisor for companies and founders seeking to scale and explore new growth opportunities.
As a co-founder of Axights, Ashish has successfully led the company's expansion across the Middle East, forging significant partnerships with government entities and private-sector firms. His focus on corporate strategy, client acquisition, and P&L management highlights his ability to build and sustain successful businesses. In addition to his role at Axights, Ashish serves as the Regional Partner - Middle East at Thinkuvate, an early-stage startup investment firm, where he mentors founders and supports startups in scaling their operations.
Ashish’s strength lies in translating complex strategies into actionable plans. As Chief Commercial Officer at Abu Dhabi Ports, he spearheaded digital initiatives in logistics and supply chain management, driving customer acquisition through innovative solutions. His tenure as Global Head of Strategy, Product & Growth at MAF-Carrefour saw the successful expansion of the e-grocery platform across MEA, resulting in significant revenue growth. Furthermore, his experience as Head of Marketing & Customer Experience at Amazon Germany sharpened his skills in building long-term customer relationships and enhancing brand loyalty.
Ashish holds an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management, with additional coursework at Harvard Business School and NYU Stern. His robust education, combined with extensive hands-on leadership experience, equips him to offer strategic insights to the companies he mentors and invests in. Passionate about fostering agile, customer-focused businesses, Ashish remains dedicated to supporting companies at every stage of their growth. Outside of his professional pursuits, he is an avid reader and technology enthusiast, continually exploring innovations that shape the future of business.
