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Achyuth Narayan

Chennai,India

Summary

Highly motivated and results-driven business development executive with 4 years of experience in driving growth and revenue for companies. Proven track record of identifying and closing new business opportunities, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, and developing strategic partnerships. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills with the ability to effectively navigate and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Business Development Executive

Unik conversion
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Strategised with sales teams to prospect and qualify potential customers within assigned geographic territories.
  • Developed and implemented value-adding strategies to increase product and service profitability.
  • Generated new leads through networking at industry conferences and events.
  • Optimised service delivery in collaboration with distribution partners.
  • Researched competitor behaviour and adapted tactics to boost performance.
  • Negotiated with vendors and contractors to achieve quality service and value for money.
  • Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.

Brand executive

Summit ECC
Birmingham, UK
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Increased brand awareness by designing unique customer experiences that encompassed brand values.
  • Meeting 80-100 target customers on a daily basis
  • Compiled and reviewed consumer data on patterns and preferences for marketing information.
  • Maximised business potential by providing excellent customer service and ensuring client retention.
  • Strengthened profit opportunities through targeted customer relationship development, continually meeting sales objectives.
  • Branded products through effective salesmanship and maintained long-term relationships with clients.

Summer Trainee

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
10.2023 - 03.2024

Khelo India Youth Games Tamil Nadu 2023

  • Coordinated with the Govt of Tamil Nadu, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, Sports Authority of India.
  • Looking after Accommodation, Catering and Transportation of the players, officials, VIPs and all delegates.
  • Event summary and audit report for Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu.



Consultant

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
Chennai
08.2024 - 04.2025

Chief Minister's Trophy Games 2024

  • Coordinated and helped the Government of Tamil Nadu and Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu for the successful conduct of the games.
  • Incharge of catering, ceremonies and sports presentation.
  • Event summary and Auditing for Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu.
  • Vendor Management.

Education

Master of Science - International Business Management

Heriot Watt University
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
09/2019 - 03/2022

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

Amity Business School
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
07/2015 - 05/2018

Skills

  • Client acquisition
  • Brand development
  • Revenue optimization
  • Effective communication
  • Vendor management
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Negotiation and closing deals
  • Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

  • Contributed to the success of the marketing and sponsorship team by personally securing 1 lakh rupees worth of sponsors for an inter-college sports competition.
  • Secured strategic partnerships with industry leaders that led to new business opportunities and revenue growth.
  • Led a team of sales professionals and provided mentorship and guidance to achieve their individual and team sales targets.

Timeline

Consultant

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
08.2024 - 04.2025

Summer Trainee

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
10.2023 - 03.2024

Brand executive

Summit ECC
01.2022 - 09.2022

Business Development Executive

Unik conversion
08.2018 - 01.2022

Master of Science - International Business Management

Heriot Watt University
09/2019 - 03/2022

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

Amity Business School
07/2015 - 05/2018
Achyuth Narayan