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Saket Banka

@saketbanka

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Dynamic Chief of Staff with expertise in business operations and strategy.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and strategic growth within a dynamic team.

I am an accomplished Chief of Staff with a proven track record in driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. At Sprinto, I played a pivotal role in securing a $20M Series-B funding by effectively coordinating between finance and auditors, showcasing my ability to navigate complex business environments. My efforts in change management led to a remarkable 70% reduction in outstanding receivables, demonstrating my commitment to enhancing financial health and operational efficiency.

Prior to my role at Sprinto, I co-founded Paper Pencil Labs, where I bridged the gap between product and marketing teams, successfully managing partnerships with high-growth startups and Fortune 500 companies. My experience spans various leadership roles, including Business Development Head at The Minimalist and MassBlurb, where I doubled annual recurring revenue and conceptualized innovative solutions for customer acquisition. My diverse background equips me with a unique perspective on aligning business goals with operational strategies.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Chief of Staff

Sprinto

Oct 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Coordinated finance and auditors for due diligence, securing a $20M Series-B funding. Designed processes that reduced receivables by 70% and created a sales onboarding program that cut Time-To-live by 33%. Achieved 'Best Software 2024' recognition through G2 campaigns and executed a successful company offsite for 200 employees.

Coordination Due Diligence Process Improvement Campaign Management Partnership Development Event Planning Performance Tracking

Founder

PaperPencilLabs

Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (4 years 11 months)

Bridged the gap between product and marketing teams, focusing on customer acquisition and partnerships. Managed finance and legal functions while achieving an ARR of $200k in 2020 through collaborations with startups and Fortune 500 companies.

Customer Acquisition Partnerships Finance Management Legal Startups Marketing Strategy Team Leadership

Co-Founder

Paper Pencil Labs

Dec 2017 - Jan 2022 (4 years 1 month)

Oversaw sales, customer success, and project management at a product design studio. Established partnerships with high-growth startups and Fortune 500 companies, achieving an ARR of $200k in 2020.

Sales Management Customer Success Project Management Partnership Development Product Design Business Development Strategic Planning Sales Growth Market Research

Business Development Head

TheMinimalist

Oct 2016 - Jan 2017 (3 months)

Handled customer acquisition and partnerships, increasing ARR by 2x in one year. Developed a low-cost social media solution for SMEs and identified LinkedIn as a key channel for customer acquisition.

Customer Acquisition Partnerships Social Media Strategy Market Research Sales Strategy

Business Development Head

The Minimalist

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)

Managed customer acquisition and partnerships, doubling the ARR within a year. Developed a low-cost social media solution for SMEs and identified key channels for customer acquisition.

Customer Acquisition Partnerships Social Media Strategy Sales Strategy Escalation Management Business Development Brand Management Strategic Partnerships

Founder

Blitzing Clothing and Merchandise

Jul 2012 - Jan 2016 (3 years 6 months)

Operated an online store specializing in sports merchandise, including jerseys and college team apparel. Managed production for college festivals.

Production Customer Service Marketing Sales Strategy Event Management

Business Development Head

Massblurb Private Limited

May 2015 - Oct 2015 (5 months)

Led pre-sales and onboarding initiatives for a SaaS product, focusing on customer acquisition and partnership channels. Defined sales and hiring strategies for the organization.

Onboarding SaaS Sales Customer Acquisition Partnership Development Sales Strategy Team Management

Business Development Head

MassBlurb

Jan 2015 - Sep 2015 (8 months)

Led pre-sales and onboarding initiatives for a restaurant SaaS company. Focused on customer acquisition and partnership identification, while defining sales and hiring strategies.