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Akankshya Nanda

@akankshyananda

I help founders turn chaotic ideas into culturally relevant brands through strategy, perception, research & creative execution.

India

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a brand strategy role where I can lead market discovery, build dashboards, and shape positioning and go-to-market plans that convert—collaborating with design and growth teams in fast-paced, multi-client environments.

Brand + Growth

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Brand Strategy Consultant

Current

Influidity Solutions

Aug 2025 - Present (9 months)

Led brand and growth strategy engagements across real estate, healthcare, education, and automobile sectors by translating business goals into brand roadmaps and campaign plans. Built brand systems and created marketing performance dashboards to support data-backed recommendations across content mix, campaign optimization, and funnel improvements.

Brand Strategy Customer Segmentation Competitive Analysis Go To Market Planning Brand System Campaign Strategy

Business Development Intern

Aurigin

Aug 2024 - Feb 2025 (6 months)

Analyzed market data and industry trends in the Indian liquor sector for a Diageo strategic project, evaluating 57 investment opportunities and partnership prospects. Supported M&A execution by managing data rooms, building foundational financial models, and performing preliminary due diligence.

Market Research Financial Modeling Due Diligence Project Data Rooms Risk Assessment

Social Media Marketing Intern

Protrainy Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2023 - May 2024 (5 months)

Designed and implemented a data-driven LinkedIn content strategy to increase engagement by 20% on average and improve organic lead conversion by 28%. Supported B2B lead generation and provided data-backed marketing insights for a successful Apna Jobs deal.

LinkedIn marketing Content Strategy Data Driven Marketing Lead Generation B2B Marketing Marketing Analytics Performance Insights

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration at Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

D.A.V Public School, Unit-VIII

Higher Secondary (Senior Secondary), Commerce (Business Analytics)

Activities and societies: Event Head for Management; Chief Minister of Odisha award for NCC Fest; Class Representative (2018–2021); BookMyShow Artist Management Team; Debate and speeches; Classical Emcee for cultural fest; Dance.

Completed Higher Secondary (Senior Secondary) education with Commerce and a specialization in Business Analytics.