Hemal Vadera

CEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India23 yrs 3 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 23+ years of experience in brand management.
  • Expertise in data-driven marketing strategies.
  • Proven track record in digital transformation initiatives.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a MarTech expert with extensive experience in brand management and digital marketing.

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Skills

Core Skills

Integrated MarketingDigital MarketingCrmChannel MarketingDigital StrategySocial Media MarketingMarketing StrategyBrand Management

Other Skills

Marketing CommunicationsOnline MarketingBrand DevelopmentContent MarketingCorporate CommunicationsDirect MarketingMarketing ResearchMobile MarketingMarketing ManagementMarketingIntegrated Marketing Communications PlanningCorporate BrandingRetail MarketingApp DevelopmentMedia Planning

About

Marketing professional with 23+ years of experience building and growing leading brands across consumer durables, building materials, automobiles, and banking. Expertise in ROI-focused strategies that sustain established brands while helping them evolve, stay relevant, and grow in dynamic markets. Skilled in integrated marketing communication (ATL, BTL, Digital), leveraging consumer insights, research, and cultural understanding to deepen brand connect. Experienced in digital transformation through MarTech, CRM, and analytics to drive sales and marketing effectiveness. Known for enabling teams, nurturing partnerships, and delivering consistent, customer-centric business impact. Throughout my career, I’ve delivered substantial brand impact by working closely with management, board and investors to design and execute transformative growth initiatives Currently leading marketing transformation at Varmora Granito, integrating creativity and strategy to enhance growth, market share, and profitability. Previously served 10 years at Bajaj Electricals as Vice President & Head of Brands, directing strategies that established Bajaj, Morphy Richards, and Nirlep as category leaders through effective, business-aligned solutions. My career began at Crossway Advertising and took shape at R K SWAMY BBDO as Principal Consultant—a defining experience that sparked my passion for crafting powerful brand narratives through creative storytelling. Key Skills and Competencies: Marketing Strategy & Brand Management ★ Integrated Marketing Communications (ATL, BTL, PR, Experiential, Trade/ Channel Marketing) ★ Analytics & Data-Driven Insight Generation ★ Digital Strategy & Communication ★ Performance & E-commerce ★ Market Research & Consumer Insights • Product Launch ★ Media Planning ★ Corporate Communications & Public Relations Industry Voice ★ India Influencer Governing Council: Currently serving as a ‘Board Advisor’ of India Influencer Governing Council ★ Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) - I was an active ISA member and part of the core media committee. ★ Media Research Users Council: Former Board member of MRUC India, keeping me wired into media and marketing trends.

Experience

23 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
5 yrs 9 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 3 mos
Current Experience

India influencer governing council

Board Advisor

Feb 2025Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Varmora tiles bathware

Chief Marketing Officer

Nov 2022Present · 3 yrs 6 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

  • (A Carlyle Investment)
  • Strategic Planning & Operations
  • Scaled brand marketing by embedding agile models, governance, and data-led SOPs—boosting GTM velocity, cross-functional alignment & sustainable growth. Built a performance-driven A&P framework across ATL, BTL, Digital & CRM, linking spend to outcomes with real-time dashboards. Directed research & intelligence to segment B2C/B2B cohorts (consumers, architects, designers, contractors, influencers), converting insights into targeted propositions, channel programs & precision media. Orchestrated insight-led GTM plans elevating TOMA, brand consideration & growth KPIs.
  • Brand Positioning & Communication
  • Launched Varmora’s first integrated 360° campaign, positioning it as a leading home décor brand. Led the India launch of Integrated Stone Technology (Asia’s first, with SACMI Imola), driving category creation via premium positioning & robust GTM. Deployed data-driven multimedia strategy based on audience media habits & affinities.
  • CRM & Channel Marketing
  • Introduced CRM-led loyalty programs for influencers & partners, strengthening advocacy & growth. Designed architect/dealer meets, applicator programs & retail branding. Expanded retail footprint to 275+ EBOs & 3,000+ MBOs in 24 months.
  • Digital & Tech
  • Revamped digital ecosystem & social presence. Launched Varmora Hybrid App with product portfolio, gamified demos & CRM tools. Drove SFA, HRMS & process automation. Deployed digital influencer collaborations with architects & designers.
  • Corporate Comms, IPO & Investor Relations
  • Partnered with investors, finance & advisors on IPO readiness. Crafted corporate comms—leadership profiling, media positioning & PR to build credibility. Enhanced transparency & positioned leadership as industry voices.
Integrated MarketingDigital MarketingMarketing CommunicationsOnline MarketingBrand DevelopmentDigital Strategy+11

Media research users council (mruc)

Director-Board Member

Sep 2019Dec 2022 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Bajaj electricals ltd

2 roles

Vice President and Head Of Advertising, Digital and Branding

Promoted

Apr 2017Nov 2022 · 5 yrs 7 mos

  • Marketing & Brand Communication
  • Developed and executed integrated communication strategies (ATL, BTL, Digital & PR) to strengthen brand imagery and awareness for Bajaj, Morphy Richards & Nirlep. Partnered with top management and product teams to craft annual marketing communication plans aligned with business objectives. Built strong partnerships with advertising, PR, digital & media agencies to deliver campaigns within budget and timelines, while driving accountability through KPIs & SLAs. Updated and enforced Group Brand Guidelines across SBUs in collaboration with Compliance to ensure consistent brand expression. Commissioned market research and consumer insight studies (U&A, brand health/equity, pre- and post-campaign evaluations) to inform strategies and measure impact.
  • Digital & E-commerce
  • Designed and implemented digital strategies to enhance brand reach via paid/organic campaigns (Google, Meta, LinkedIn), SEO, marketplaces, affiliates, and email marketing. Leveraged analytics tools to track customer journeys and experiences across touchpoints. Developed content-driven strategies—DIY tutorials, support videos, blogs, influencer collaborations & guest posts—to boost brand likability and relevance. Led design and content strategies for websites and e-commerce platforms. Built robust Online Reputation Management (ORM) practices, creating brand conversations beyond complaint resolution.
  • Corporate Communication
  • Strengthened corporate reputation by building relationships with senior media leaders and driving interventions aligned with brand and corporate goals. Positioned leadership through targeted profiling and speaking opportunities across top industry forums and events, enhancing corporate visibility and thought leadership.
Marketing StrategyBrand ManagementIntegrated Marketing Communications PlanningDigital MarketingMedia PlanningContent Marketing+4

General Manager - Advertising and Brand Development

Dec 2012Mar 2017 · 4 yrs 3 mos

R k swamy bbdo

Principal Consultant

Nov 2006Nov 2012 · 6 yrs · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Client Servicing and Key Account Management

Crossway communications

Sr. Manager - Client Servicing and Business Development

Nov 2002Oct 2006 · 3 yrs 11 mos

  • Client Servicing and New Business Development

Education

Kishinchand Chellaram (KC) College, Mumbai

Post Graduation Diploma — Advertising and Public Relations

Jan 2000Jan 2001

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Certification — Digital Marketing

Jan 2015Jan 2015

Malini Kishor Sanghvi College Commerce & Economic (Ritambhara College)

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

Jan 1994Jan 1999

New Lourdes English High School

Secondary School Certificate (SSC)

Jan 1982Jan 1993

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