Our Story: Gravitas Consulting's Journey from Strategy to Execution
THE PROBLEM WE SAW
Built for Execution
Strategy was not the problem. Execution was.
Across every engagement, the same pattern emerged. Organizations were investing in transformation initiatives such as ERP modernization, digital programs, and operating model redesign, yet progress slowed once execution began.
Ownership became fragmented.
Visibility disappeared.
And outcomes fell short of expectations.
At the same time, many consulting firms had drifted away from their core purpose, delivering recommendations instead of results.
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Gravitas was built to close that gap
Why Gravitas Exists
Before founding the firm, our partners worked at leading consulting firms and Fortune 100 companies.
These experiences provided deep exposure to strategy, transformation, and large-scale execution. But they also made one thing clear.
Clients do not need more presentations.
They need outcomes.
Gravitas was created to bring consulting back to what matters: delivering measurable impact and staying accountable from strategy through execution.
We do not operate as a traditional advisory firm
What We Do Differently
We embed with executive teams, establish the right execution structures, and drive initiatives forward with discipline and transparency.
Our focus is simple.
Clarity. Accountability. Results.
To enable this, we developed Laminar™, our purpose built execution platform that provides real time visibility into priorities, risks, and performance across the organization. This allows leadership teams to make faster decisions, stay aligned, and maintain momentum across complex transformation initiatives.
We operate as an extension of your team
How We Work
We stay close to execution, not removed from it.
We prioritize outcomes over activity.
We maintain transparency at every level of the organization.
Our approach combines senior advisory with structured execution, ensuring that strategy translates into real, measurable progress.
OUR VALUES
What We Value
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We stay grounded and let our work speak for itself.
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We deliver excellence consistently.
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We challenge thinking and welcome diverse perspectives.
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We operate as one team with our clients.
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We build with authenticity and integrity.
CLIENTS LIKE TO WORK WITH US BECAUSE
Why Clients Choose Gravitas
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Because we close the gap between strategy and execution.
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We move faster than traditional firms.
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We stay accountable to outcomes.
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And we deliver measurable results that matter.
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Finally, we stand behind our work.
A portion of our fees is tied directly to the outcomes we commit to. If we do not deliver against agreed expectations, we share in that risk.
2.5x
Average CLIENT ROI
Accelerated growth, operational improvement, and cost efficiency delivered across client engagements.
100%
SATISFACTION RATE
Based on feedback from CxO and SVP client leaders.
>80%
RE-ENGAGEMENT RATE
Organizations that engage Gravitas again within twelve months.
90 days
TO INITIAL OUTCOMES
Clients typically see measurable operational or revenue improvements within the first ninety days.
CLIENT OUTCOMES
Measurable Client Impact
SELECT CLIENTS
Trusted by Leaders Driving Transformation
We partner with executive teams across retail, quick service restaurants, and consumer brands to deliver measurable results.
Rabbiya Hussain
VP, lululemon
“Gravitas helped us simplify planning, improve visibility, and reduce effort across teams in a matter of weeks.”
Angelo Fischetti
CIO, Newman's Own
“Working with the team at Gravitas has been a game-changer for our organization.”
Darren Boatwright
MD, Focus Brands
“Gravitas made insights actionable and significantly improved decision-making across our organization.”
Kevin Moran
CDO, Blaze Pizza
“Their work freed up our teams to focus on growth, not process.”
DRIVEN BY PURPOSE
Our People
Our experienced consultants come from top-tier global management consulting firms and industry-leading businesses. Senior members of our firm have advised a diverse array of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to non-profit organizations. Our common purpose is to drive outcomes that matter to our clients.
Kapil Nagpal
CEO & Partner
Kapil Nagpal is a strategy and operations leader with deep expertise in digital transformation, supply chain, and CIO advisory. He has led high-performing consulting teams, program offices (PMO), and impactful client engagements. Kapil has advised C-suite executives in the restaurant, retail, higher education, and pharma industries to drive digital transformation, governance, cost optimization, process improvements, and organizational effectiveness.
Kapil has an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is based out of Toronto.
Jazz Singh
Partner, Cyber Security & Risk
Jazz Singh is a seasoned leader in cybersecurity, digital product strategy, and risk management. With experience at Equifax and TD Bank, he specializes in securing digital ecosystems, driving transformation, and enhancing resilience. His expertise strengthens Gravitas Consulting’s ability to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that drive business impact. Jazz is based in Toronto.
Priyanka Nagpal
Partner
Priyanka Nagpal brings deep financial services industry experience across treasury services and investment banking. Her focus areas include digital product development, agile transformation, design library and user experience, software development, and building sell-side M&A applications. She worked at J.P. Morgan London as a Vice-President for six years before she joined Gravitas.
Priyanka has a Masters in Engineering from the University of Bristol and is based in Toronto.
Pete Shah
Senior Advisor
Pete Shah joins Gravitas and Laminar as a Senior Advisor with over 20 years of leadership experience driving customer success, growth, profitability, and enterprise value for global software and services companies. A seasoned go-to-market executive, Pete has led high-performing, international teams driving impactful outcomes for the commercial enterprise and public sector. Based in the Washington, D.C. metro area, he will support Gravitas and Laminar in delivering transformative growth and operational excellence for clients.
Ankit Singh
Engagement Manager
Ankit brings over six years of management consulting experience, specializing in tech strategy, digital optimization, project management, and business development. He has led high-performing teams and advised clients across industries, including technology, CPG, real estate, and e-commerce. Ankit excels in identifying opportunities, designing strategic roadmaps, and ensuring successful implementation for sustainable business growth. He holds an MBA from York University and is based in Toronto.
Shubham Dudeja
Senior Consultant
Shubham is a Consultant at Gravitas in the Analytics practice. He has a keen interest in the finance and automobile industry. Prior experience includes recruiting technology talent with a US staffing firm. He likes to network through conferences and seminars. Shubham loves to lead with determination and high energy in all his professional engagements. He holds an undergraduate degree in Business Management and Finance. Shubham is based out of New Delhi, India.
Abigail Klianis
Analyst
Abigail joins us as a full-time Analyst after graduating from the Master of Management Science at the Schulich School of Business. She brings expertise in financial analysis, data visualization, and data-driven problem-solving. She has applied her skills across operations optimization, DEI policy evaluation, and corporate strategy, delivering actionable insights that enhance efficiency and impact. Abigail is based in Toronto.
John Webber
Senior Partner (Alumni)
John is a recognized expert in Information Technology service optimization, working with IT leaders and teams to achieve their transformation and cost optimization objectives. He has proven experience delivering successful enterprise improvement programs encompassing IT Strategy, Process and Operations Improvement, Digital and Technology Procurement, and Vendor Management to a diverse portfolio of clients spanning SMBs, Governments, Non-Profits, and Global 500 corporations. John is based out of Florida, United States.
Vimal Nagpal
Advisor
Mr. Vimal Nagpal is a retired Naval veteran with over 35 years of experience in Aerospace, Business Development, Operations, and Leadership.
Vimal believes in leading from the front and leveraging his strong acumen to develop teams for business growth. During his career in the Navy and the commercial sector, Vimal has set up and led new organizations, establishing strategic plans, procedures, and operations successfully. Vimal is an advisor to Gravitas.
Art Robbins
Senior Partner (Alumni)
Art Robbins is a seasoned Management Consultant with over 30 years of experience helping clients from Fortune 100 to entrepreneurial companies successfully develop and implement their growth strategies. Art also supports early-stage companies as an Innovation Advisor to UCI Beall Applied Innovation. Art's career has spanned multiple consulting companies in executive roles, including American Management Systems, Ernst & Young, and Frost & Sullivan.
Art holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and is based in Southern California.
Kristen Keller
Principal (Alumni)
Kristen has over 18 years of consulting and multiple industry experience in process optimization, software implementation, supply chain management and business operations strategy. With experience on various size-scaled projects, Kristen places high importance on implementing best practices with integrity, prioritization, and a personalized touch while striving to deliver on-time always and exceeding customer expectations. With open communication and high attention to detail, Kristen continuously strives to improve, streamline, and standardize at all opportunities to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.