Sailesh Pattnaik
@saileshpattnaik
Strategic digital marketing leader with 17+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
Accomplished CXO-level Marketing and Communication Leader with over 17 years of global experience driving digital transformation, AI-led growth, and strategic brand leadership across industries including Agriculture, Nutrition, eCommerce, FinTech, and SaaS. Proven success in senior leadership roles — including Global Communication Manager (Asia Pacific) at Cargill Corporation and Vice President of Marketing at multiple AI, digital, and technology startups — where I have built high-performing global marketing ecosystems and delivered measurable business impact.
Expert in Digital Marketing, Corporate Communications, Generative AI, Branding, Content Strategy, Employer Branding, and Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy, I have led multi-country campaigns across 13+ markets, integrating data-driven insights with creative storytelling to elevate brand visibility and customer engagement.
As an Advisory Board Member for AI and SaaS startups, I advise CEOs on AI-driven GTM models, enterprise adoption playbooks, and pricing strategies. I have successfully implemented LLM-powered communication frameworks and agentic AI marketing workflows, reducing manual efforts by 40% and driving a 23% increase in AI adoption.
Recognized for strategic excellence in Crisis Communication, Campaign Management, and Online Reputation Management, I have steered organizations through critical global challenges while maintaining brand integrity and stakeholder trust.
Positioned at the intersection of AI, marketing innovation, and digital leadership, I bring a strong vision for building intelligent marketing ecosystems, accelerating digital adoption, and leading growth-focused transformation as a Chief Marketing Officer in the new AI-first enterprise landscape.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Advisory Board Member & Chief Digital Officer
DeepChatBI
Aug 2025 - Present (2 months)
Advising on AI-driven GTM, pricing, and enterprise adoption for a BI SaaS platform while designing Agentic AI funnels and API-first workflow automations to accelerate $500K–$5M deal flow.
Advisory Board Member & Chief Digital Officer
DeepChatBI
Aug 2025 - Present (2 months)
Advising on AI-driven GTM, pricing, and enterprise adoption for a BI SaaS platform, designing Agentic AI funnels and ABM/ABX programs to accelerate $500K–$5M enterprise deals.
Independent ABM Lead (Consultant)
ABB Group
Jun 2025 - Present (4 months)
Led ABM programs for ABB’s Global Business Platform targeting $400K–$2M accounts, increasing engagement 31% and pipeline velocity 8% via ICP definition and orchestrated 1:1 and 1:few campaigns.
ABM Lead (Consultant)
ABB Group
Jun 2025 - Present (4 months)
Led ABM for ABB’s Global Business Platform, defining ICPs and running 1:1 and 1:few programs targeting $400K–$2M accounts, increasing engagement 31% and pipeline velocity 8%.
Vice President of Content & Marketing
Voicera
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Los Angeles, CA (Remote)
Report directly to CEO; built Voicera’s digital marketing and GenAI content engine from scratch, integrating ABM/ABX programs and AI-led automation across channels.
Vice President of Content & Marketing
Voicera AI
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Built Voicera’s digital marketing and GenAI content engine, achieving 4x lead growth, 35% CAC reduction, 300% organic traffic growth, and significant improvements in activation and retention via AI-led funnels.
Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer
RxGPT
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Leading marketing, product positioning, and fundraising for a HIPAA-compliant Agentic AI hospital workflow platform, targeting 570+ hospitals and projecting significant operational and throughput improvements.
Vice President of Content & Marketing
Voicera AI
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Built Voicera’s digital marketing and GenAI content engine, driving 4x lead growth, 35% CAC reduction, 300% organic traffic growth, and improving activation and retention through LLM-powered funnels and automation.
Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer
RxGPT
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Leading marketing, product positioning, and fundraising for an Agentic AI hospital workflow platform, building GTM and alliances while driving early-stage funding and partnership growth.
Coached 700+ students across 36+ weekend batches in digital marketing, Generative AI, ABM, and marketing automation, delivering hands-on training and curriculum guidance.
Coached 700+ students across 36+ batches in digital marketing, generative AI, ABM, and marketing automation, delivering practical training and hands-on guidance for entrepreneurs and professionals.
Independent ABM & Digital Marketing Consultant
Independent
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 9 months)
Consulted for global firms and enterprises delivering ABM and digital marketing strategies that increased engagement by up to 31% and accelerated pipeline velocity by 8% through multi-channel, data-driven campaigns.
Independent ABM & Digital Marketing Consultant
Independent
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 9 months)
Consulted on ABM and digital marketing programs for global firms and clients, increasing engagement by 31% and accelerating pipeline velocity by 8% through multi-channel, data-driven campaigns and sales-marketing alignment.
Leading a team across 13 APAC countries to execute digital marketing strategies, achieving significant boosts in campaign efficiency and ROI. Managed a $7M marketing budget, optimizing costs and enhancing customer engagement through multi-channel strategies.
E-Commerce Marketing Manager
NetElixir Marketing Agency
Jun 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 2 months)
Led a team to drive e-commerce growth strategies for over 71 retail clients, achieving substantial increases in revenue and campaign performance through SEO and digital marketing.
Independent Digital Marketing Consultant
Successmetrics Pvt. Ltd.
Dec 2019 - Apr 2020 (4 months)
Launched GTM and ABM plans for ERP and Salesforce products in the USA & UAE, generating $13K MRR in 3 months and building a $20K sales pipeline via PPC and social campaigns.
Independent Digital Marketing Consultant
Successmetrics Pvt. Ltd.
Dec 2019 - Apr 2020 (4 months)
Launched GTM and Edge AI demand ABM plans for ERP and Salesforce products across USA and UAE, generating $13K MRR in three months and building a $20K sales pipeline.
Principal Consultant - Digital Marketing
HighRadius
May 2019 - Jun 2019 (1 month)
Spearheaded the launch of AI products and optimized PPC campaigns, achieving significant improvements in lead conversion rates and cost savings through strategic marketing initiatives.
Head of Digital Marketing
eConcero Marketing Agency
Sep 2018 - May 2019 (8 months)
Built and led a digital marketing department, achieving significant ROI improvements for clients through strategic Google Ads and SEO campaigns.
Marketing Manager
GeekTek Consulting
Apr 2018 - Nov 2018 (7 months)
Developed and executed marketing strategies that significantly increased brand presence and revenue through targeted campaigns and social media engagement.
Senior Digital Marketing Manager
Iblesoft Private Limited
Dec 2016 - Jan 2018 (1 year 1 month)
Led a team to drive strategic marketing alignment and optimize PPC campaigns, achieving significant increases in organic traffic and sales.
Senior Marketing Manager
Cavinkare Private Limited
Jun 2016 - Dec 2016 (6 months)
Facilitated the setup of Amazon storefronts and led marketing strategies that significantly increased sales and brand visibility for multiple product lines.
Intern - Branding and Product Launch
Heineken N.V.
Apr 2015 - Jun 2015 (2 months)
Pioneered the launch of a new product in India, executing promotional schemes that maximized exposure and engagement.
Digital Marketing Executive
Tech Mahindra Limited
Feb 2011 - Jul 2014 (3 years 5 months)
Executed targeted ad campaigns and optimized marketing strategies for high-profile clients, significantly increasing portfolio earnings and lead generation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Xavier Institute of Management
Master of Business Administration, Management
Activities and societies: Outstanding Student of the Month Award in XPeerience3.0, monthly newsletter of XIMB, 2015.
Completed an MBA with a focus on management principles and practices, enhancing skills in strategic decision-making and leadership.
C.V Raman College of Engineering
Bachelor of Technology, Engineering
Activities and societies: Achieved All India Rank 749 among 0.12M applicants for UPSC- Combined Defence Services Examination, 2009.
Pursued a B.Tech degree, gaining technical knowledge and skills in engineering principles and applications.
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