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Akash Lakshman

@akashlakshman

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Experienced Growth + Sales Development Manager with a passion for business strategy.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a job that offers a dynamic and challenging environment where I can utilize my skills in sales, business development, and project management. I am particularly interested in opportunities that allow me to work with a diverse range of clients and industries. I value company culture, career growth opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

Empower product and program management with a blend of consultative sales acumen, sharp stakeholder management skills, and robust data analytics expertise to drive success across diverse industries.

Transitioning expertise in sales strategy and market insights to drive strategic initiatives as a Product or Program Manager.

 Applied consultative sales techniques to understand client pain points and align product offerings with customer expectations, driving product adoption and revenue growth.

 Improved product adoption rates by 20% through targeted marketing campaigns and user onboarding strategies.

 Led the successful implementation of a $5 million program, achieving 10% cost savings and exceeding ROI expectations by 15%.

 Reduced project delivery time by 30% by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in annual cost savings.

 Skilled in product lifecycle management from conceptualization to launch, optimizing product features based on market feedback and competitive analysis.

 Established and maintained productive relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives, clients, and internal teams.

 Proficient in leveraging agile methodologies and Kanban methodology to drive efficient project coordination and service offerings, enhancing operational effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Growth + Sales Development Manager

Intesome Solution Pvt. Ltd. (Advids, SaaSee, Deszy) India

Managed a team of 20 sales executives and 2 account managers remotely to ensure end-to-end client problem solving and experience through multiple sub-brands. Constantly improved sales funnel strategies to increase revenue profit by 4% month-over-month.

Sales Business Development Leadership Team Management Client Relationship Management Remote Team Management

Sales Mentor and Team Lead

Advids.co, India

Worked closely with top firms like Google, Mercedes, Bosch, Swarovski, etc. on orchestrating marketing and management strategies through animated content assets. Implemented a system of client feedback and experience tracking process, improving the overall client retention rate by 8%. Handled high-lifetime value clients funnel end-to-end by facilitating timely meetings. Achieved an individual ARR

Client Relationship Management Marketing Strategy Retention Account Management Team Leadership Feedback Training

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Zori Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Actively worked upon receiving the Start-up of India (DIPP) award recognition from the Government of India. Integral team player in building a custom SoC hardware for the home automation system to work with nil human intervention through customer market research demand. Supervised the iOS and Android mobile applications to facilitate the overall working of an economical home automation system.

Hardware Development Market Research Mobile Application Development Business Strategy Team Leadership Product Development