Avinash Pahuja, Managing Director and CEO of Oro Precious Metals, in this interview as part of the GIA Alumni Collective India's Legacy of Leadership Knowledge Series shares his incredible journey from starting work right after his 10th-grade exams to leading a top jewelry manufacturing company.
In this interview, Avinash discusses how his early exposure to the gem and jewelry industry shaped his approach to business and how his formal education at GIA influenced his career. He reveals the challenges and triumphs he faced while scaling Oro Precious Metals both within India and internationally, emphasizing the importance of following one's passion and making strategic decisions, even in the face of adversity.
Avinash's insights on leveraging technology to improve operational efficiencies in a manufacturing setup, and how Oro Precious Metals has built a robust system that prioritizes checks and self-checks over traditional trust-based methods. He also shares his experiences with family dynamics in a family-run business and the significant turning points that have marked his career, including the transition to a new, larger factory inspired by his time at Harvard Business School.
Learn about the distinctive advantages and challenges of operating within a family-run jewelry business, particularly during generational transitions, and Avinash's views on retaining top jewelry design talent by fostering a culture of respect and creative freedom.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration from Avinash's remarkable journey and his innovative approach to jewelry manufacturing. Watch now and be inspired by his story.