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ARUSHI DHAR

Marketing Communications Manager
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

At my core, I am passionate about building inclusive teams and crafting compelling brand narratives.

My expertise lies in empowering brands to connect authentically with their audience through strategic communication. I've successfully bridged the gap between Digital, PR and internal communications, fostering a culture of inclusive & multichannel storytelling.


Total Experience: 7 years

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Deputy Manager

Bosch India
Bengaluru
12.2023 - Current

Impact so far:

  • Led the establishment of the external communications team, driving the development and execution of integrated communication strategies.
  • Implementing comprehensive short, mid, and long-term integrated communication strategies encompassing public relations, social media, and website initiatives.
  • Conceptualized and launched the customer collaboration program, highlighting our key clients and showcasing Bosch's role as a Tier-1 supplier.
  • Created and implemented a framework for a structured brand approach.
  • Increased Bosch Mobility LinkedIn follower base by 21% through targeted social media campaigns, significantly enhancing page engagement metrics.

Assistant Manager

LeadSquared
Bengaluru
01.2022 - 12.2023

Key achievements:

  • Strategically directed Public Relations and Social Media initiatives, achieving substantial growth in brand visibility and audience engagement.
  • Developed strong working team of 5; fostering a positive work environment.
  • Drove the brand's share of voice and contributed to unicorn status through strategic media engagements
  • Engineered and executed PR and Social Media strategies, driving LinkedIn follower growth from 98k to 280k including the highly successful #HumansOfLeadSquared campaign.
  • Enhanced customer and employee engagement through strategic internal events and social PR campaigns, resulting in significant lead generation and strengthened brand presence.

Sr. Marketing Executive

Cygnet Infotech
Ahmedabad
08.2020 - 01.2022

Key achievements:

  • Spearheaded the PR department, developing and executing strategic campaigns to elevate C-level visibility and brand recognition.
  • Conceptualized and executed a CSR campaign delivering 350 school bags equipped with tablets to students impacted by COVID-19, demonstrating community engagement.
  • Established collaboration with a PR agency to amplify media presence and cultivate positive brand perception.

Sr. Account Executive

Ruderfinn Asia
Bengaluru
11.2019 - 04.2020

Key roles:

  • Mentored junior account executives, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth.
  • Secured 2 new accounts in a span of 6 months. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to get new business.
  • Successfully managed accounts for clients like Google Cloud and Barracuda, ensuring high client satisfaction

Account Planner & PR Executive

Adfactors PR
Mumbai
04.2018 - 11.2019

Key roles:

  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
  • Executed PR plans for diverse clients, aligning communication strategies with their sales goals.
  • Conducted thorough research and analysis to strategize impactful PR campaigns and content creation.

Education

MBA - Communications Management

Symbiosis International University
Bengaluru
06.2016 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -

Institute of Pharmacy, Nirma University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
06.2012 - 05.2016

Skills

  • Corporate Communication Strategy

  • Crisis Management Communication

  • Content Creation

  • Recruitment Marketing

  • Events Management

  • Informed Decision-Making Ability

  • Team leadership

  • Conflict resolution expertise

Timeline

Deputy Manager

Bosch India
12.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

LeadSquared
01.2022 - 12.2023

Sr. Marketing Executive

Cygnet Infotech
08.2020 - 01.2022

Sr. Account Executive

Ruderfinn Asia
11.2019 - 04.2020

Account Planner & PR Executive

Adfactors PR
04.2018 - 11.2019

MBA - Communications Management

Symbiosis International University
06.2016 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -

Institute of Pharmacy, Nirma University
06.2012 - 05.2016
ARUSHI DHARMarketing Communications Manager