Kiran Thapar — Operations Associate
I am Kiran Thapar, a seasoned professional with 24 years of experience spanning media, entertainment, creator management, and hospitality. At Google, I pioneered India's first Live Shopping streams on YouTube, leveraging tailored content strategies to drive engagement. As Manager – Celebrities at simsim, I orchestrated the acquisition of 800+ high-profile celebrities, enhancing market presence and fostering successful brand collaborations for mutual growth. My earlier career as a model, actor, anchor, and columnist provided a robust foundation in media and entertainment. Featuring in nearly a hundred TV commercials, anchoring popular television shows, and writing an engaging column for Hindustan Times Café under the alias Miss K, honed my skills in content creation and audience engagement. Additionally, my role as a Superhost on Airbnb highlighted my ability to deliver exceptional customer service and efficiently manage hospitality operations. Whether in front of the camera or behind the scenes, I consistently demonstrate a commitment to excellence in customer relations and operational management. I am driven by a passion for innovation and leveraging my expertise to contribute to forward-thinking organizations committed to achieving impactful outcomes. SPECIALITIES Key Account Management Operational Excellence Content Creation Celebrity Acquisition and Management Project Management Brand Collaboration Live Event Hosting Customer Relations Hospitality Management Communication Skills Leadership Qualities Team Player Time Management
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Media & Entertainment expert with a strong focus on Creator Management and Customer Relations.
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Experience: 22 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Hospitality Management
- Live Streaming
- Content Creation
- Celebrity Acquisition And Management
- Brand Collaboration
- Writing
Career Highlights
- Pioneered India's first Live Shopping streams on YouTube.
- Acquired 800+ high-profile celebrities for brand collaborations.
- Achieved Superhost status on Airbnb for exceptional hospitality.
Work Experience
Partner Development (1 yr 6 mos)
simsim
Manager, Celebrities (5 mos)
Adviser (1 yr 3 mos)
Airbnb
Airbnb Host (5 yrs)
Hindustan Times
Columnist (3 yrs 6 mos)
Freelance
Actress (20 yrs 7 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom at Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics
Diploma in Acting at The Barry John Acting Studio
at Manovikas, Goa
at Frank Anthony Junior School, Bengaluru
at Western Pacific Kindergarten, Hong Kong
