Ria Khurana

Co-Founder

Delhi, India9 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Scaled F&B venture to ₹2.7 Cr+ revenue.
  • Led digital strategy for General Motors at Google.
  • Co-led global insights projects at Meta.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in digital marketing and brand growth across F&B and tech industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Brand DevelopmentGrowth MarketingBrand StrategyOperations ManagementCampaign ManagementDigital MarketingStrategic InsightsData Visualization

Other Skills

Presentation SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationPerformance MarketingOperational StrategyCross-functional Team LeadershipEvent PlanningVendor NegotiationCampaign AnalyticsData AnalysisClient CommunicationStorytellingClient InsightsLoyalty ProgramsGlobal R&DStreamlining Operational Processes

About

Ex-Google and Meta strategist with 10+ years of experience in partnerships, marketing, and growth — from scaling ventures to ₹2.7 Cr+ in annual revenue to leading Fortune 500 strategies in global tech. I bring a mix of corporate discipline and founder-level agility, shaped by building brands in competitive markets, creating go-to-market frameworks that deliver measurable ROI, and launching my own F&B venture, Mann Makhani, from concept to a media-recognized business with over 50,000 orders in Delhi NCR. Career highlights Google – Led digital strategy for General Motors across YouTube, Search, and Display, aligning platform capabilities with business goals. Meta – Co-led global insights projects shaping strategic narratives across APAC, EMEA, and North America. Entrepreneurship – Negotiated platform partnerships, ran performance marketing campaigns with 6.7x ROAS, and expanded a brand ecosystem in a competitive F&B market. Currently expanding expertise in AI-enabled marketing and digital strategy to deepen client insights, strengthen partnerships, and drive scalable growth. Ready to drive growth and impact through strategic partnerships, marketing, and leadership roles.

Experience

9 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 4 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Mann makhani

Head of Brand & Growth

Jun 2021Mar 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

  • Co-Founded and scaled a North Indian cloud kitchen brand from scratch—growing it to ₹2.7 Cr+ in revenue, 50K+ orders, and a recognized presence in Delhi NCR.
  • Built the brand end-to-end: identity, voice, packaging, menu positioning, and CX
  • Grew monthly order volume 5x YoY through performance campaigns, platform strategy, and channel partnerships
  • Designed and implemented SOPs and Google Sheets-based tracking systems to streamline operations, order flow, and vendor accountability
  • Developed and negotiated seasonal contracts, credit periods, and pricing terms with vendors—resulting in significant cost savings and inventory flexibility
  • Collaborated with a digital marketing agency and developed full-funnel growth strategy across Swiggy, Zomato, and digital channels
  • Led loyalty-driven retention efforts and optimized listings across Swiggy, Zomato, and Google
  • Earned organic media mentions and influencer coverage across Delhi food circuits
Presentation SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationBrand DevelopmentGrowth Marketing

Bsk hospitality private limited

Brand & Operations Lead

Feb 2015Nov 2018 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Delhi, India · Hybrid

  • Managed operations and brand strategy for a high-concept hospitality venue in Delhi's competitive nightlife scene.
  • Developed and owned the brand’s aesthetic, identity, and market positioning
  • Curated a unique entertainment calendar—featuring stand-up acts (Maheep Singh, Abhijeet Ganguly), live music (Himalayan Roots, Hiten Panwar), and themed nights to differentiate the experience
  • Executed exclusive brand and venue partnerships (e.g., Delhikop – LFC Delhi OLSC, Madame Tussauds)
  • Launched loyalty programs and co-branded weekday lunch offers with banks to maintain weekday footfall
  • Secured liquor sponsorships with Bira91, William Lawson, etc.
  • Optimized F&B inventory using Restaurant Management Systems (RMS)
  • Led vendor negotiations, event planning, campaign execution, and on-ground ops end-to-end
Cross-functional Team LeadershipPresentation SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationBrand DevelopmentBrand StrategyOperations Management

Google

Campaign Manager - North America Auto Team

May 2014Dec 2014 · 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

  • As a Brand Campaign Manager on the North America Auto team, I was responsible for driving revenue growth by aligning Google's product solutions to client's marketing goals and enabling clients to optimize and measure impact of their multi million dollar digital campaigns across our Search, Display and YouTube offerings.
  • Managed end-to-end campaign strategy for General Motors across Google Search, YouTube, and Display, aligning platform capabilities with GM's multi-brand objectives.
  • Developed data-driven performance narratives that influenced product adoption and supported QBRs and strategic media planning.
  • Collaborated with analytical leads and sales teams to deploy pacing tools and campaign structure optimizations, improving efficiency and client outcomes.
  • Coordinated with US-based counterparts to align on campaign delivery, reporting cadence, and client communications across time zones.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipPresentation SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationCampaign ManagementDigital Marketing

Brandlogist communications consultancy

Brand Analyst- Level II

Dec 2013Jan 2014 · 1 mo · New Delhi Area, India

  • Developed and managed social media campaigns for Aamby Valley City's lifestyle events (EVC, Glitterati).
  • Created ORM frameworks and campaign performance reports to enhance digital presence.
Presentation Skills

Meta

Analyst, Global Sales Reporting

May 2012Oct 2013 · 1 yr 5 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • Supported B2B marketing and strategic insights initiatives across APAC—translating data into scalable, actionable narratives to guide advertiser growth.
  • Co-led Meta’s first-ever Global Competitor Benchmarking initiative, delivering a standardized reporting solution adopted across global teams; drove internal and client-facing insights that influenced revenue strategy
  • Revamped GSR reporting templates by applying data visualization and storytelling techniques—resulting in stronger narrative clarity and usability across sales teams
  • Conceptualized and launched the “Own Your Awesomeness” Initiative, introducing Meta India’s first formal recognition program—Impact Awards—which received overwhelming feedback from leadership and scaled across offices
  • Partnered with the Rural Development Foundation to establish their digital presence and support fundraising via platform-led storytelling
  • Played an active role in Meta’s cultural leadership: co-organized GMS Offsite Q4 2012, F-9 Party, and Facebook India Day 2013, handling planning, logistics, and cross-functional coordination
Cross-functional Team LeadershipPresentation SkillsStrategic InsightsData Visualization

Youth 360- b10media

Subeditor

Sep 2011Dec 2011 · 3 mos

  • • Led editorial planning and content quality across a team of 20 writers.
Cross-functional Team Leadership

Independent practice

Freelance Educator and Tutor

Jan 2004Jan 2012 · 8 yrs · Delhi, India · On-site

  • Launched and managed a tutoring practice while in school, creating personalized learning plans and helping students achieve academic improvements, demonstrating early leadership and initiative.

Education

Lady Shri Ram College For Women

Bachelor of Arts (BA) — Journalism

Jan 2009Jan 2012

King Sejong institute Patna

Certificate of Korean Language (Beginner Level 1)

Jan 2022Aug 2025

Manav Sthali School

Commerce

Jan 1994Jan 2008

Lady Shri Ram College For Women

Bachelor of Journalism

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