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Priyanka Kotian

@priyankakotian

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Dedicated Senior Conference Associate with expertise in event management.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my event management skills in a dynamic environment, fostering collaboration and innovation while contributing to impactful projects.

I am a hardworking individual who sets foundational goals for myself. Once I reach a benchmark, I raise the bar and continue striving for greater heights. My experience as a Senior Conference Associate at ET Edge has honed my skills in planning, coordinating, and executing high-impact conferences, ensuring exceptional attendee experiences.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed production teams, secured top-tier speakers, and designed engaging event agendas. My educational background, with an MBA in progress and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management specializing in Marketing, complements my practical experience in the field. I thrive in high-pressure situations and am committed to delivering results that exceed expectations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Conference Associate

Current

ET Edge (A Times Group Initiative)

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Spearheaded the planning and execution of high-impact conferences, managing research, topic selection, and team coordination. Delivered seamless on-site operations and secured top-tier speakers, consistently exceeding attendance and revenue targets.

Event Planning Team Management Speaker Acquisition Research Budget Management Client Engagement Production Management Marketing Strategy

Senior Conference Producer

Empiric Business Media

Dec 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 4 months)

Managed production teams and coordinated daily meetings to ensure smooth event execution. Researched industry trends, secured speakers, and collaborated with marketing teams to meet revenue goals.

Production Management Event Coordination Research Speaker Acquisition Co Marketing Stakeholder Engagement

Conference Producer

Transformance Forums

Sep 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Developed conference agendas based on market research and secured keynote speakers. Managed on-site operations to ensure attendee satisfaction and cost-effectiveness.

Market Research Speaker Acquisition Event Management Cost Management Client Engagement Project Management Team Coordination Process Improvement

Assistant Business Development Manager

BARC Asia (ERTC Media)

Jun 2021 - Oct 2021 (4 months)

Responsible for business development and lead generation, scheduling meetings with high-level executives, and managing accounts across Asia.

Business Development Lead Generation Account Management Strategic Planning Communication Relationship Building Sales Management Marketing Strategy Negotiation Time Management

Business Development Manager

Xelenz Education

Feb 2021 - May 2021 (3 months)

Managed business development and marketing initiatives, conducted demo sessions, and successfully enrolled students while achieving sales targets.

Business Development Sales Management Digital Marketing Event Coordination Social Media Management Content Management Communication Team Collaboration Customer Engagement

Education Counselor (Intern)

Fast Track India

Mar 2020 - May 2020 (2 months)

Conducted cold calls and demo sessions to enroll students, achieving sales targets and maintaining a sales pipeline.

Sales Cold Calling Communication Customer Engagement Time Management Team Collaboration Marketing Problem Solving

Community Manager (Intern)

BrainGroom

Mar 2020 - May 2020 (2 months)

Engaged in business development and sales activities, conducting demo sessions and achieving enrollment targets.

Sales Cold Calling Communication Team Collaboration Marketing Customer Engagement Problem Solving Event Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

D.Y. Patil University

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

2024 -

Pursuing an MBA (Hybrid) specializing in Marketing. The program focuses on advanced business concepts and practical applications in marketing strategies.

Mumbai University

Bachelor of Management Studies, Business Management

2020 - 2023

Grade: CGPA - 9.27

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Management Studies (BMS) with a specialization in Marketing, focusing on strategic marketing and business management principles.