Upendra Acharya

Business Development Executive

Gurugram, Haryana, India18 yrs 1 mo experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Over 20 years of experience in marketing and consumer insights.
  • Expert in data-driven marketing strategies and consumer behavior analysis.
  • Proven track record in driving business growth across diverse industries.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Marketing and Consumer Insights expert with a focus on data-driven strategies in various industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Brand ManagementMarket ResearchDigital MarketingStakeholder ManagementCustomer ExperienceMarketing AnalyticsBusiness Insights

Other Skills

AI for LeadershipAI for ManagementActive ListeningAdvertising ResearchAnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Artificial Intelligence for BusinessBrand ArchitectureBusiness PlanningBusiness StrategyChange ManagementCommunication TrainingCompetitive AnalysisCompetitive IntelligenceConsumer Behavior

About

“The goal is to turn data into information, and information into insight.” – Carly Fiorina As a results-driven marketing and consumer insights expert with over 20 years of experience, I have successfully led impactful initiatives across diverse industries, including Media, FMCG/CPG, Telecom, Automotive, Pharma, Consumer Electronics, Finance, and Real Estate. My core strengths lie in generating actionable insights from unorganized data as well as from syndicated studies (IRS, BARC, RAM, TGI), crafting data-driven marketing strategies, and leading teams to deliver business growth through innovative solutions. I have held leadership roles in prestigious organizations such as TV Today Network (India Today Group), Hansa Research Group, Ipsos and GroupM Media, where I spearheaded marketing and consumer research strategies for both traditional and digital platforms. My strategic insights consistently increased brand reach, improved revenues, and enhanced consumer engagement. My expertise spans digital marketing strategy, market research, brand tracking, communication research, and event management. I thrive on solving complex business challenges, providing clients with clear, data-backed strategies that align with their objectives. A strategic thinker with an analytical mindset, I believe in driving innovation through deep consumer understanding. I am passionate about leveraging data analytics, market research, and digital strategies to foster innovation and deliver measurable impact. Known for my strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to solve complex business challenges, I focus on empowering teams and stakeholders to make informed, data-backed decisions. I thrive on driving long-term success by delivering cutting-edge consumer insights that shape business strategy and create lasting value. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue leveraging my extensive experience to help businesses navigate the evolving market landscape. My goal is to push boundaries in consumer behavior analysis and marketing innovation, ensuring brands remain relevant and competitive in a fast-changing digital world.

Experience

Nielseniq

Brand And Media Practice Specialist

Dec 2024Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

Brand ManagementAdvertising ResearchBusiness PlanningConsumer BehaviourCustomer InsightMarket Research+5

India today

General Manager, Radio Marketing (Ishq FM)

Jul 2021Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

Stakeholder ManagementDigital MarketingProduct MarketingBusiness PlanningCustomer ExperienceMarketing Analytics+3

Inmoment

Senior Programme Manager, Customer View Point (CVP)

Jan 2020Jan 2021 · 1 yr · Chennai Area, India

Stakeholder ManagementBusiness PlanningCustomer ExperienceMarketing AnalyticsCommunication TrainingBusiness Insights

Epitome research services llp

Director Consumer Insights

Dec 2018Jan 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai Area, India

Stakeholder ManagementBusiness PlanningMarketing AnalyticsCommunication TrainingBusiness InsightsSocial Media Marketing

Hansa research group pvt ltd.,

General Manager

Nov 2016Jun 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Stakeholder ManagementMarketing AnalyticsCommunication TrainingBusiness InsightsSocial Media Marketing

Ipsos

Associate Director

Aug 2015Oct 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Stakeholder ManagementCommunication TrainingBusiness Insights

Nielsen

Associate Director

Jan 2014Jan 2015 · 1 yr · Vietnam

Stakeholder ManagementCommunication Training

Mediacom

Associate Category Leader, Hair Care

Oct 2013May 2014 · 7 mos · Singapore

Business Insights

Maxus

Associate Business Director

Mar 2010Aug 2013 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Gurgaon, India

Business Insights

Nielsen company

Manager Client Solutions

Jun 2008Feb 2010 · 1 yr 8 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Business Insights

Imrb international

Senior Research Executive

Oct 2006May 2008 · 1 yr 7 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Tns

Research Executive

Aug 2005Sep 2006 · 1 yr 1 mo · New Delhi Area, India

Education

The University of Georgia

Marketing Research

Aug 2006Oct 2007

Fortune Institute of International Business

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — International Business

Jan 2001Jan 2003

Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur, Odisha

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) — Computer Science

Jan 1998Jan 2001

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