Fostered a collaborative and inclusive team culture, where each team member's strengths were leveraged to achieve common goals.
Provided mentorship and guidance to team members, nurturing their professional growth and maximizing their contributions to the project.
Conducted regular team meetings and performance reviews to ensure alignment with project objectives and individual development plans.
Encouraged innovation and creativity within the team, resulting in the development of novel outreach strategies and activities.
Regional Head - Business Development
Univariety
Hyderabad, India
04.2021 - 08.2022
Strategic Educational Institution Partnerships: Collaborated with educational institutions in the South & Central Zone to plan and execute comprehensive business development activities.
Lead Generation Optimization: Successfully optimized lead generation by closely coordinating with the Marketing Team, resulting in increased lead inflow.
Client Engagement: Utilized introductory calls, email, and WhatsApp communication to identify prospective school leads, aligning call volume with lead generation expectations.
Lead Nurturing: Demonstrated consistent engagement with school owners/principals to nurture leads through the sales funnel, maintaining a high level of communication and rapport.
Commercial Negotiations: Conducted discussions and presented commercial proposals to schools, effectively closing deals either individually or in collaboration with the Senior Team based on account status.
CRM Utilization: Proficiently used CRM tools to manage and track leads, ensuring a streamlined sales process and efficient follow-up.
Manager - Business Development and Sales
Avrexsee Enterprises Pvt LTD
Hyderabad, India
03.2020 - 03.2021
Market Research: Conducted in-depth market research on Edtech companies, analyzing their business performance, collaborations, customer base, and other relevant factors. Utilized findings to inform strategic decisions.
Vertical Management: Managed multiple verticals, including digital marketing, CRM, and Learning Management System, by collaborating with companies through the development and presentation of compelling business proposals.
Competitive Analysis: Monitored and assessed the competition within the Edtech industry by conducting competitive analysis, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
Corporate Relationship Building: Collaborated with industry associates to establish and nurture corporate relationships, leveraging these connections to drive business growth and partnerships.
Client Engagement: Conducted client presentations and actively led meetings with clients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of their needs and expectations.
Strategic Alignment: Tracked and aligned overall company goals with business development efforts to expand and develop business opportunities, contributing to the company's growth and success.
Initiative Development: Played a pivotal role in collaborating with the Product Development Team to develop innovative initiatives for new projects, aligning them with market needs and company objectives.
Associate Manager - Business Development
Talentsprint Pvt LTD
Hyderabad, India
07.2018 - 02.2020
Program Management: Successfully managed various educational programs from different universities, including the FinTech & Blockchain Program from IIM Calcutta, AI Machine Learning Program, and Blockchain Program from IIT-Hyderabad. Oversaw program operations and ensured their successful execution.
Sales Team Recruitment and Training: Led the recruitment process for the Sales Team and provided comprehensive training on various products. Equipped the team with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their roles.
Performance Management: Drove the Sales Team to achieve and exceed business targets, resulting in improved revenue generation and increased conversion rates. Implemented performance metrics to measure and monitor progress.
Market Understanding: Demonstrated a deep understanding of market challenges by actively assessing and analyzing market dynamics. Leveraged this knowledge to enhance lead quality and develop effective marketing strategies, collaborating closely with the Marketing Team.
Reporting and Communication: Prepared and delivered weekly reports, providing valuable insights on program status, sales performance, and key metrics. Ensured effective communication within the organization.
Executive - Business Development
Insofe Pvt LTD
Hyderabad, India
04.2017 - 07.2018
Prospect Communication: Initiated communication with freshers and working professionals across India through calls, emails, and various other mediums. Introduced the company's Data Science & Big Data Training programs, effectively creating awareness and generating interest.
Inquiry Responses: Promptly responded to inquiries received through calls and emails, providing detailed information about the training programs and addressing any queries or concerns prospects had.
Follow-Up Procedures: Implemented timely and consistent follow-up procedures with prospects after providing counselings to walk-in students at the centre. This ensured that potential candidates remained engaged and informed about the training opportunities.
Relationship Management: Maintained relationships with potential aspirants, nurturing their interest in the company's training programs. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with a diverse audience.
Education
Master of Science - Global Marketing
University of York
United Kingdom
09.2023 -
Master of Business Administration - Marketing
Osmania Univeristy
India
05.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
Osmania University
India
04.2013 - 04.2015
Skills
Change Agent: Demonstrated the ability to drive and adapt to change, contributing to organizational growth and improvement
Collaborator: Successfully worked with cross-functional teams and industry associates to achieve common goals and build corporate relationships
Communicator: Utilized strong communication skills in conducting client presentations, discussions, and follow-ups, fostering effective client relationships
Leadership: Showcased leadership qualities in roles such as Senior Admissions Counsellor and Business Development Manager, driving teams to achieve business targets and leading initiatives for new projects
Ethical: Maintained high ethical standards in all interactions, ensuring trust and credibility in client relationships
Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrated emotional intelligence in counselings and nurturing leads, effectively understanding and meeting the needs of prospects and clients
Head of Internships, Training and Placement Cell at OP Jindal Global UniversityHead of Internships, Training and Placement Cell at OP Jindal Global University