Akanksha Mishra

Strategic Management

• Attained sixfold growth in physical event revenue over five-year span.
• Partnered with senior leadership to synchronize overarching business strategies with specific portfolio objectives.
• Achieve a gross profit margin exceeding 50% through physical event delivery and 90% through digital product delivery.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with business partners to identify new opportunities and drive Business growth.
• Collaborated closely with clients to understand objectives and deliver customized event solutions.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.

Product Management

• Amplified flagship property of TechHR to 2x level and executed exhibition in Yashobhoomi Exhibition Center Delhi, achieving revenue growth of 30% and EBITDA of 45%
• Enhanced TechHR brand presence in SEA region across Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore over last 7 years while executing impactful events.
• Spearheaded launch and execution of 15+ CXO three-day residential retreat at JW Marriott Phuket.
• Delivered 13 conferences, worth revenue of 25.36 cr (65%), Customized Initiative Physical (Total Deliveries: 75) & Digital worth revenue of 11.01 cr which consist of total 93% of overall Revenue of People Matters in FY 26
• Achieved & delivered B2C revenue of ~3 Cr (77% of target)
• B2B marketing created a sales pipeline of ₹5.81 crore, with active sales closures of ₹2.14 crore, demonstrating strong early traction and a growing revenue impact.

Team Management:

• Successfully led global event teams in conceptualizing, planning, and executing diverse physical and digital events.
• Led and inspired diverse 45+ people global team, fostering collaboration and synergy between Business portfolios in SEA & India market.
• Provided mentorship and professional development opportunities, creating high-performance cultures.

Financial Management:

• Develop and manage budgets for global events, ensuring cost-effectiveness and deliver the desired EBITDA from the revenue line.

People & Culture Leadership:

• Shaped and implemented HR strategies that attracted, developed, and retained top talent globally.
• Cultivated positive workplace cultures through effective communication and employee engagement initiatives.
• Oversaw talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development on a global scale.
• Developed and implemented effective policies and procedures for HR, finance, and other administrative functions.

Past positions held @ People Matters Media Pvt. Ltd.:

• General Manager - Special Initiatives & HR Lead, July'16 — Sep'20
• Senior Manager - Special Initiatives & HR Lead, April'15 — June'16
• Manager - Special Initiatives, Jan'14 — March'15
• Assistant Manager - Special Initiatives, April'13 — Jan'14
• Senior Associate - Special Initiatives, June'12 — March'13

• Designed, planned, and developed customized training programs aligned with client needs.
• Conducted training needs analysis across executive levels in coordination with business managers.
• Mapped and onboarded training resources; prepared costings and budgets for program delivery.
• Led employer branding initiatives for the WILL Forum; managed branding updates and communication.
• Streamlined and organized quarterly WILL Forum meetings (2010–2012); Annual Skill development program and managed the annual event calendar.
• Managed end-to-end recruitment: candidate screening, coordination of interviews, and onboarding formalities.
• Oversaw general administration and compliance with HR documentation protocols.
• Conducted members exit interviews; analyzed feedback to improve members retention and engagement strategies.
• Conducted market research and surveys to support product development and strategic initiatives.
• Managed corporate and individual memberships: onboarding, renewals, data maintenance, invoicing, and purchase orders.
• Executive Programs, WILL Forum India, Delhi
• March 2010 — February 2011
• Led members acquisition and conducted induction training for program participants.
• Curated and facilitated the WILL Power Networking Series – “Business Talk vs. Bonding Talk”, engaging over 500 women executives for mentoring, networking, and leadership dialogue.
• Supported new product development through targeted research and market analysis.
• Managed end-to-end membership operations, including onboarding, renewals, data updates, and formalities for corporate and individual members.