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Sameer Sonawane

CEO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India17 yrs 1 mo experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Led growth efforts across multiple industries.
  • Built long-term partnerships across diverse regions.
  • Expert in brand strategy and digital transformation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in design and digital marketing across SaaS and creative industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business StrategyProject ManagementBrand DesignStrategic DesignTeachingDesign StrategyCreative StrategyCreative Problem Solving

Other Skills

Adobe Creative SuiteAdobe PhotoshopAdvertisingArt DirectionB2B MarketingB2C MarketingBrand StrategyBrandingBranding & IdentityC SuiteClient RelationsCommunicationConcept DevelopmentCreative DirectionCustomer Experience

About

I lead partnerships at Hueness, a strategy-led brand and digital studio working across India, MENA, and EMEA. My work sits at the intersection of creative thinking, strategic growth, and execution. At the core, I enjoy building relationships—with clients, collaborators, and internal teams alike. I work closely with founders and CXOs to shape opportunities from the first conversation through to project kickoff. Every brief is a chance to bring intent and clarity together, and to turn ideas into outcomes. Along the way, I also keep a close eye on the operations that make growth possible whether it’s proposals, collections, procurement, or process improvements. In the past few years, I’ve had the chance to: -Lead growth efforts across SaaS, D2C, hospitality, and real estate -Build and manage long-term partnerships across India, Mena & EMEA regions -Guide CRM optimization and sales operations to boost customer conversion and retention -Shape 100+ tailored proposals covering brand, identity, UI/UX, and digital design -Collaborate on digital transformation and creative tech projects for market expansion I believe strong partnerships are built on honesty, follow-through, and shared ambition. I value clarity over jargon and long-term value over short wins. Outside of work, I’m drawn to film and sport two worlds that remind me of rhythm, teamwork, and resilience. Whether it’s a scene that stays with you or a game that brings people together, I keep learning from the craft behind it. If you’re building something that matters to you and want to work with people who care about the details, let’s connect.

Experience

Hueness

Chief Business Officer

Jul 2024Present · 1 yr 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

  • At Hueness, I lead Business Development and Strategic Partnerships, helping brands across industries grow through design-led strategy, digital experiences, and creative tech.
  • My role spans across:
  • Building long-term partnerships with clients in SaaS, D2C, real estate, hospitality, and education
  • Leading proposal strategy, onboarding, and contract closure—from first connect to kickoff
  • Shaping and pitching brand strategy, visual identity, UI/UX, and website design solutions tailored to each market
  • Overseeing CRM optimization, collections, procurement, and internal workflows to keep operations aligned with growth
  • Collaborating with our design, tech, and content teams to deliver projects that are not just visually powerful, but business-ready
Customer ExperienceB2C MarketingLeadershipProject ManagementBusiness StrategyB2B Marketing+3

Multia

Design Manager Consultant

Sep 2022Oct 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • In this role, I drove ideation, encouraging diverse perspectives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into tangible designs that resonated with client brand identities. My hands-on approach nurtured innovation, pushing the boundaries of design excellence while building strong client relationships. By staying updated on emerging technologies, I integrated cutting-edge tools into design solutions, keeping clients at the forefront of their industries.
  • Overseeing multiple projects, I ensured timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality deliverables. I worked closely with teams and stakeholders to drive efficient workflows and maintain clear communication, delivering results that exceeded expectations.
Customer ExperienceBrand DesignStrategic DesignStrategic ThinkingCreative Problem SolvingDesign Management+8

Vidyavardhan's idea - institute for design environment and architecture

Assistant Professor

Aug 2017Sep 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo · Nasik, Maharashtra, India

  • Designing and implementing course curriculum / structure, assessing student progress, providing guidance and assistance in comprehension of course material.
  • Utilizing active learning methodology and a hands-on approach to inculcate the latest technology and design skills.
  • Successful transitioning of in-classroom curriculum to online learning management systems (LMS) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Spearheading content creation for IDEAMOOCS (Massive Open Online Courses) : https://www.ideamoocs.com
TeamworkCustomer ExperiencePresentation SkillsDesign StrategyStrategic ThinkingTeaching+2

Sameer sonawane creative co

Chief Creative Officer

Mar 2011Sep 2022 · 11 yrs 6 mos · Nashik

  • I led and managed dynamic teams of graphic designers, industrial designers, visualizers, animators, photographers, and printers, successfully delivering 70+ projects across diverse sectors. My role was all about turning ideas into impact—strategizing, guiding, and overseeing every aspect of the creative process.
  • Here’s how I made it happen:
  • Market Research: Conducted comparative analysis, gathered customer feedback, and ran social media surveys to stay ahead of trends.
  • Brand Strategy: Crafted brand positioning, conducted perception surveys, and integrated brand touchpoints to build lasting equity.
  • Ideation & Concept Generation: Drove innovation and design thinking to refine processes and spark creativity.
  • Project Estimation & Budgeting: Delivered precise effort and material estimates, allocated budgets wisely, and selected competitive vendors.
  • Project Management: Structured project pipelines, onboarded and serviced clients, and planned for long-term retention and growth.
  • At SSCC, I didn’t just manage projects—I built relationships, pushed creative boundaries, and delivered results that left a lasting impression.
Environmental GraphicsCustomer ExperienceBrand DesignDesign StrategyStrategic ThinkingClient Relations+4

Network18 media & investments limited

Online Graphic Designer

Nov 2007Apr 2010 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Was a member of the design team for the launch of “IBN LOKMAT” regional channel.
  • Conceptualized and created live online graphics across multiple channels and programmes.
  • Worked on brand promotional activities such as On-site branding, Vehicular branding, Experiential branding for special shows/events.
Presentation SkillsBrand DesignConcept DevelopmentEnglishCreative Problem SolvingAdobe Photoshop+2

Tsa promotions and events

Set & Graphic Designer

May 2006Sep 2006 · 4 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Worked on several design projects including Set design, Branding collaterals for events of multiple corporate and retail clients.
  • Notable Clients - Star TV, UTV, HSBC, HDFC, ICICI, RED FM, Radio Mirchi.
Presentation SkillsConcept DevelopmentEnglishAdobe PhotoshopTypographyVisual Concepts

Education

College of Architecture & Center for Design

Bachelor in Design — Set design

Jan 2003Jan 2007

S.t Francis High School

Jan 1988Jan 1999

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