# Akshay Sharma

Akshay Sharma is a remote worker on Himalayas, Founder - CEO at The Social Tie, based in India.

Source: https://himalayas.app/@akshaysharma

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Dynamic marketing strategist with a decade of digital advertising experience.
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| Detail | Value |
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| Availability | Open to opportunities |
| Location | India |
| Authorized to work in | India |
| Salary expectations | 80k-120k USD |
| Job categories | Marketing Strategist, Digital Marketing Manager, Brand Strategist, Creative Director, Digital Strategist |
| Skills | Social Media Management, Brand Strategy, Digital Advertising, Creative Direction, Web Development, Client Management, SEO, SEMrush, Wix, Assistant.To, WordPress, Canva, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, Event Management, Data Analysis, Lead Generation |
| Website | https://thesocialtie.in |
| LinkedIn | https://https://www.linkedin.com/in/axakshaysharma |

## What I'm looking for

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I am looking for opportunities that allow me to drive impactful marketing strategies in a collaborative environment, focusing on innovation and growth.
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## About

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As a dynamic marketing professional with over a decade of experience, I have successfully transitioned from a legal background to become the founder and CEO of The Social Tie, a marketing agency dedicated to providing high-quality solutions for SMEs. My journey has been marked by a commitment to delivering measurable results and driving client growth through innovative campaigns and strategic marketing solutions.

Throughout my career, I have led multiple branding and marketing initiatives across various industries, achieving significant milestones such as increasing revenue for a US-based jewelry retailer from $2,500/month to $10,000/month. My expertise in digital strategy, creative direction, and client management has enabled me to onboard over 30 long-term clients, establishing a solid reputation in the marketing landscape. I am passionate about mentoring teams and fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration, ensuring the continued success of my agency in a competitive market.
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## Experience

### Founder - CEO (current)

The Social Tie. Jan 2018 - Present

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Founded and led a marketing agency focused on providing affordable solutions to SMEs. Spearheaded operations, client acquisition, and campaign execution, achieving significant revenue growth and establishing a solid reputation in the industry.
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Skills: Digital-Strategy, Creative-Direction, Client-Management, Web-Development, Team-Management, Problem-Solving, Innovation, Process-Optimization

### Social Media Strategist

First Show Digital. Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

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Managed comprehensive social media strategies for diverse clients, focusing on driving growth and engagement through innovative campaigns. Successfully executed campaigns that significantly improved client performance metrics.
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Skills: Social-Media-Management, Campaign-Execution, Content-Creation, Lead-Generation, Client-Engagement, Analytics, Digital-Marketing, Team-Coordination, Video-Marketing

### Sales Executive

Nowfloats. Mar 2014 - May 2016

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Developed and executed sales strategies for various industries, focusing on underserved sectors. Achieved significant sales results and secured enterprise deals, contributing to the company's growth.
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Skills: Sales-Strategy, Client-Engagement, Lead-Generation, Enterprise-Deal-Acquisition, Industry-Specific-Sales-Techniques, Problem-Solving, ROI-Analysis

### Freelance Social Media Manager

Freelancer. Mar 2014 - Apr 2014

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Worked with F&B outlets and electronics stores to implement low-budget social media strategies. Gained hands-on experience in digital marketing and developed foundational skills in social media advertising.
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Skills: Social-Media-Marketing, Campaign-Optimization, Budget-Management, Content-Creation, Analytics

### Assistant to Marketing Director

Aliens Construction. Apr 2013 - Sep 2013

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Supported marketing initiatives by conceptualizing and executing campaigns. Gained foundational skills in campaign planning, design, and lead generation, marking a pivotal career transition.
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Skills: Campaign-Planning, Lead-Generation, Social-Media-Strategy, Strategic-Marketing, Time-Management, Brand-Strategy, Performance-Marketing, Customer-Relationship-Management

## Education

### Symbiosis Law School

B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), Law. 2008 - 2014

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Completed a 5-Year B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) program, focusing on various aspects of law and its applications. Developed skills in legal research, analysis, and advocacy, which provided a strong foundation for transitioning into marketing.
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### Chirec Public School

Higher Secondary Education, General Education. 2006 - 2008

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Completed Higher Secondary Education (CBSE) with a focus on academic excellence and extracurricular activities, preparing for higher education in law.
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### Gitanjali Devshala

High School, General Education. 2002 - 2006

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Completed High School (ICSE) education, laying the groundwork for future academic pursuits and personal development.
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## Tech stack

- Facebook Ads
- Gmail
- Google Analytics
- WordPress
- SEMrush
- Wix
- Assistant.to
- Canva
- Hootsuite

To contact Akshay, message them from this profile with a Himalayas employer account: [Hire on Himalayas](https://himalayas.app/hire).

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