Ananth Krishna

Business Development Executive

India6 yrs 9 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Proven track record in business growth and development.
Expertise in customer experience and engagement strategies.
Strong ability to cultivate strategic partnerships.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Business Development and Marketing expert in the SaaS industry.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business DevelopmentSales & MarketingBusiness Development SupportSalesProject Management

Other Skills

Outbound SalesGrowth StrategiesBusiness StrategyRisk ManagementInternational NegotiationsInternational SalesGeneral Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)Employee EngagementCustomer Experience ManagementMarket ResearchQuantitative ResearchQualitative ResearchBrand ActivationEmail MarketingSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)

About

I’m an optimist who sees every challenge as an opportunity in disguise and every conversation as a doorway to something meaningful. By training, I’m an engineer. But curiosity led me far beyond textbooks. Into marketing, sales, business development, and customer-centric research. Freelancing through my education gave me hands-on exposure across sectors, and I haven’t stopped building, learning, or experimenting since. I thrive at the intersection of communication, collaboration, and creativity, bringing diverse people together to solve real-world problems, be it in customer experience, employee engagement, or market research. I’m especially passionate about brands, storytelling, and business growth. Whether it’s launching new ideas or reimagining how people connect with products, I find joy in conversations that fuel insight and innovation. Soon-to-be entrepreneur. Forever student of the game. If you’re into growth, research, experience, or just geeking out over business ideas, let’s connect.

Experience

Questionpro

International BD & Growth | Account Manager

Oct 2024 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos · United Kingdom ( North Goa ) · On-site

Driving international business growth and strengthening client relationships through strategic outbound sales, targeted lead generation, and high-impact account management.
Developed and executed scalable outbound sales strategies that accelerated global client acquisition and opened new market opportunities.
Led focused lead-gen and cold outreach programs that delivered a 30 percent increase in qualified leads across multiple regions.
Built, managed, and grew key client accounts, improving retention, expanding revenue, and ensuring long-term partnership value.
Strengthened customer satisfaction by proactively nurturing relationships and becoming the strategic bridge between clients and internal teams.
Collaborated closely with cross-functional stakeholders to align sales, product, and marketing initiatives, driving cohesive strategy execution and measurable growth momentum.

Business DevelopmentOutbound SalesSales & MarketingGrowth StrategiesBusiness StrategyRisk Management+10

56 secure

Business Development Lead

Nov 2023 – Oct 2024 · 11 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Spearheaded the establishment of a systematic partner outreach process, enhancing lead generation capabilities.
Cultivated strategic relationships with key partners, resulting in a 40% increase in partnership engagement.
Negotiated and finalized beneficial deals, contributing to improved P&L management and revenue growth.
Actively represented 56 Secure at trade fairs, expanding the company’s visibility in the industry.

Business Development SupportSalesSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Market ResearchMarketing StrategySales & Marketing+7

Kafqa academy

Business Development | Studio Ops | Acquisition

Mar 2021 – Nov 2023 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Contributed to the foundational growth of Kafqa Academy as the 7th employee, driving business development and studio operations.
Developed and executed acquisition strategies to penetrate the market, navigating cultural challenges.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, enhancing operational efficiency.

Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentEntrepreneurshipBrand BuildingSales & MarketingOutbound Sales+2

Mygate

Business Development Manager

Feb 2020 – Mar 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Developed and implemented new target market initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in revenue growth.
Researched and pursued leads, successfully moving them through the sales cycle.
Created quotes and proposals for prospective clients, leading to a 15% increase in client acquisition.

Lemonop

Marketing Manager

Jun 2019 – Feb 2020 · 8 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Managed marketing and operations for lemonop in India, focusing on user acquisition and brand visibility.
Led intern recruitment for sales and marketing, coordinated with clients, and maintained strong relationships with demand and supply side.
Collaborated with the team, founder, and co-founders to brainstorm new ideas and strategies.

Decathlon sports india

Sports leader & Sales

Jun 2016 – Feb 2019 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Worked as a part-timer during my BTECH days to make extra pennies.
Engaged with customers to understand their needs and provide tailored product recommendations.
Ensured optimal product display and availability in the sports department, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Forecasted business trends to maintain stock levels, aligning with customer demand.
Contributed to local omnichannel strategies to drive growth and market share for Decathlon Sports India.