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sugandha srivastava

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Research & Insights Leader at CyberMedia Research turning market and customer intelligence into growth strategies.

India
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At CyberMedia Research (CMR), I lead category ownership and develop value propositions for digital adoption programs serving MSMEs and enterprises. I’ve designed persona-driven journeys from acquisition through alumni to help maximize Customer Lifetime Value.

As Project Lead & Analyst for SME Digital Insights research for Tata Tele Business Services, I contributed work that won three national awards. I’ve also built competitive intelligence frameworks that identify whitespace and inform product and go-to-market strategies.

I collaborate with Sales & Marketing teams on category stories, sponsorship models, and thought-leadership content, and I’ve moderated CXO-level panels and interviewed industry leaders. My work spans customer, consumer, market, and technology insights across FMCG, telecom, media, and enterprise technology.

Earlier, at Nielsen, I managed research cycles from instrument development and field interactions through analysis and actionable recommendations. At Vodafone and Onicra Credit Rating Agency of India Limited, I designed and delivered training programs and supported workforce development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Senior Research Manager

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 9 months)

Led category ownership and developed value propositions for digital adoption programs targeted at MSMEs and enterprises across more than 5 clients. Designed persona-driven journeys mapping acquisition → onboarding → engagement → alumni, building frameworks to maximize Customer Lifetime Value. Moderated and spoke at CXO-level panels (2024–25) and interviewed industry leaders including Durga Prasad

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Manager (Research)

Dec 2020 - Sep 2022 (1 year 9 months)

Worked as Manager (Research) at CyberMedia Research (CMR).

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Layoff/position eliminated

Career Break

Sep 2020 - Nov 2020 (2 months)

Worked as a freelancer to stay in touch with the industry.

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Analyst

Mar 2016 - Aug 2020 (4 years 5 months)

Software - Easy quest, Q, Salesforce, SPSS
 Exploratory research for designing and proposing a suitable way of solving business challenge using market research
 Developing research instruments and doing pilot research
 Managing research cycle and field interactions
 Ensuring adherence of timelines and quality of data
 Analyzing the data requirements and maps with the data processing team
 De

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Relocation

Career Break

Nov 2015 - Feb 2016 (3 months)

Relocated to Gurugram Haryana from Lucknow Uttar Pradesh.

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Instructor

Apr 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Designed and delivered training programs for sales and customer service teams; implemented curriculum updates and SOP adherence across zones. Conducted capability assessments, refreshers, and new-hire onboarding programs that improved frontline productivity. Collaborated with leadership to align training initiatives with new product launches and business priorities.

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Zonal Trainer

Apr 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Software - CRM, AMDOCS, V search, V reach (on call training for remote locations)
Sales Training
Product Training
Process Training
Soft Skills Training
NHIB Training
Special sessions for below quartile performers
Store Visits and Audits as per parameters of company

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Zone Coordinator & Trainer

Apr 2010 - Mar 2014 (3 years 11 months)

Software - MS - Access (Large data handling), PTS
MIS Management ( UP East – 7 Zones 42 Spocs )
Zone Expense Management
Administration
CAF Audit Training twice in a month for New Joiners

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Training and Development Specialist

Jan 2010 - Jan 2014 (4 years)

Created training modules covering credit rating processes, compliance, and customer engagement best practices. Implemented performance tracking tools to measure training impact and workforce productivity improvements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Skill Nation

WhatsApp Marketing Masterclass Program

Jun 2023

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Amity University Noida

PGDMM, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

2016 - 2017

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M. V. Degree College (Lucknow University)

Bachelor of Science - BS, Mathematics

2005 - 2008

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M.V. Inter College

Intermediate, Mathematics

2001 - 2005

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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