Aug 2023 – Aug 2024 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• I teach MBA final Yr students [ Social Media Marketing] as a Guest Lecturer on weekends.
• [ While I continue with my Professional career with LinkedIn on weekdays! ]
• Over the past few years, I have spent most of my time training and engaging with corporates and senior leaders.
• Now its time to give back to the marketing community where I did my post graduation. I am back to my college now as a Professor helping young marketers and the leaders of our country.
• I am vested in Nation Building and wish to help the younger generation be more successful and impactful.
• Jai Hind!

Nov 2018 – Aug 2019 · 9 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Managed Advertisement Sales for HBO + Warner Bros Channel in South India, overseeing a team and handling regional budgeting.
• Developed strategic partnerships with key clients to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Implemented innovative sales strategies to increase market share and brand visibility.
• Led cross-functional teams to execute successful advertising campaigns and meet revenue targets.

May 2016 – Nov 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Karnataka, Kerala, Hyderabad & Tamil Nadu · On-site

• Developed innovative brand solutions for Colors Infinity channel, leading to a 50% growth in total revenues.
• Collaborated with key marketing and media decision makers in the industry to drive revenue target achievement.
• Introduced various in-filming and integration options to enhance client innovations in South India.

Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• The vision was to introduce experiential farming, especially to the younger generation, and gradually integrate technology into agriculture.
• We started with a DIY Oyster Mushroom growing kit, built the business from the ground up, built a team, and scaled operations.
• We had a B2B side of a business and a B2C side of the business.
• Despite our best efforts, things didn’t go as planned. Exiting the business was tough, but the journey was invaluable—filled with lessons in resilience, leadership, and growth.

Feb 2014 – May 2016 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• Spearheaded brand building activities and maintained strong business relationships through innovative concepts and in-show integrations, leading to revenue growth.
• Successfully met revenue targets for the channel by introducing revenue-enhancing innovations and formulating strategic pricing strategies.
• Engaged with key marketing and media decision-makers in the industry to drive business growth and partnerships.

Nov 2011 – Feb 2014 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Managed key accounts, providing trend analysis and tactical information to sales team.
• Developed customer relationships with senior delegates and senior management clients.
• Forecasted and projected sales growth for the company

Mar 2010 – Nov 2011 · 1 yr 8 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Managed key accounts for ITC Hotels in Bangalore, focusing on inbound sales and revenue generation.
• Coordinated with corporate clients and senior delegates, negotiating deals to drive business growth.
• Developed new business opportunities with niche clients, enhancing the company's market presence.
• Implemented effective customer relationship management strategies to ensure client satisfaction and retention.

Apr 2009 – May 2009 · 1 mo · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Conducted customer satisfaction survey analysis to improve marketing strategies
• Coordinated successful marketing events for increased brand visibility
• Assisted the sales team in achieving targets and driving revenue growth