Arjun Pandit

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as the primary point of contact for strategic discussions, account planning, and issue resolution.
• Lead strategic discussions with clients, presenting and articulating ideas and concepts effectively to achieve buy-in and alignment.
• Develop and implement comprehensive strategic plans for client accounts, ensuring alignment with their business objectives and overall agency goals.
• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to account management teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing client accounts by understanding their evolving needs and recommending additional services or solutions.
• Conduct regular performance reviews for direct reports, providing feedback, coaching, and support for their professional development..
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify key trends, consumer insights, and competitive threats/opportunities relevant to client accounts.
• Work closely with internal teams to develop concepts that leverage the full range of agency capabilities.
• Develop and implement cost strategies that align with the agency's financial objectives and client expectations.
• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with client accounts and develop strategies to mitigate them proactively.

• Act as the main point of contact for designated client accounts, fostering and nurturing strong relationships.
• Lead the coordination of events from initial concept development to final execution, ensuring seamless implementation of all details.
• Collaborate with internal teams to conceptualize events, establish timelines, and set budgets for flawless execution.
• Oversee all aspects of event logistics, production, vendor management, and on-site coordination to ensure smooth operations
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints while delivering exceptional value to clients.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and mutually beneficial terms.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance client accounts, driving both retention and growth through added value initiatives.
• Prepare comprehensive post-event reports for clients, showcasing key metrics, insights, and actionable recommendations for future events.

I worked as an Independent consultant in planning for Expo 2020 by providing expert guidance, strategic advice, and specialized support throughout the entire event planning process. I leveraged on my expertise and experience to ensure the successful pitching and careful planning including logistics and vendor management of the exhibit at Dubai Expo 2020

• Act as the main point of contact for designated client accounts, fostering and nurturing strong relationships.
• Lead the coordination of events from initial concept development to final execution, ensuring seamless implementation of all details.
• Collaborate with internal teams to conceptualize events, establish timelines, and set budgets for flawless execution.
• Oversee all aspects of event logistics, production, vendor management, and on-site coordination to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints while delivering exceptional value to clients.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and mutually beneficial terms.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance client accounts, driving both retention and growth through added value initiatives.
• Prepare comprehensive post-event reports for clients, showcasing key metrics, insights, and actionable recommendations for future events.
  

• Assist the Event Manager in the planning and coordination of events from concept to execution.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop event concepts, themes, and agendas.
• Research venues, vendors, and suppliers, and assist in negotiations and contract management.
• Coordinate logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, equipment rental, transportation, and catering.
• Create and maintain event timelines, schedules, and checklists to ensure all tasks are completed on time.
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to confirm arrangements and ensure delivery of services.
• Assist in negotiating contracts, reviewing proposals, and managing relationships with vendors.
• Provide on-site support during event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Assist with attendee registration, coordination of event staff, and addressing any on-site issues or emergencies.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries, providing updates, and addressing concerns.
• Assist in preparing client proposals, contracts, and event briefs as needed.
• Assist in the development and management of event budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including creative, production, and marketing teams, to ensure seamless execution of event plans.
• Provide support to team members and assist with any other tasks as needed.
  

As Sr. Executive, I was responsible for coordinating and executing all aspects of events, from conception to completion. This role involved working closely with all internal teams to develop concepts and themes, and managing logistical details such as venue selection, vendor coordination. Served as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates, addressing inquiries. Additionally, this role involved on-site event management, overseeing setup, execution, and breakdown, and addressing any issues or emergencies as they arise.

This role involved gaining exposure and experience across various internal departments within the organization to develop a comprehensive understanding of its operations, policies, and procedures of event management.

As a wedding planner, primary role was to work closely with clients to bring their wedding vision to life while managing all logistical and organizational aspects of the event. Responsibilities include coordinating with vendors such as florists, photographers, caterers, and venues to ensure seamless execution of all details.