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Tennis, Raeding Books, Listening to Podcasts and Socialising
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Ashna  Misra

Ashna Misra

Chief Marketing Officer | Brand Builder | Retail Growth Strategist | Miss Hyderabad 2014 | Jewellery & Saree Industry Expert | PR, Social Media, Ops, CRM & Sales Leadership
Secunderabad

Summary

Dynamic Chief Marketing Officer with a proven track record at Vega Jewellers, driving revenue growth through innovative brand strategies and cross-functional leadership. Expert in integrated marketing campaigns and customer segmentation, fostering high-performing teams while enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Adept at leveraging digital platforms to elevate luxury brand positioning.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Marketing Officer

Vega Jewellers and Vaarahi Silks Group
10.2021 - Current

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a 9-member marketing + operations team, ensuring flawless brand execution.

Handle operations, marketing, PR, sales strategy, HR insights, CRM, and customer experience.

Work directly with the owner to design yearly marketing calendars, festival plans, and showroom performance strategies.

Approve and close final sales deals, high-value customer cases, and major brand decisions.

Oversee all 9 showrooms for brand consistency, displays, customer journey, and sales performance.

Direct photoshoots, campaign planning, creative direction, and influencer activities.

Execute celebrity tie-ups, collaborations, and PR events to drive footfall and brand recall.

Manage full procurement of gold, diamonds, polki and premium saree collections.

Select designs, curate stock, and finalize pricing for each product category.

Lead seasonal planning for Akshaya Tritiya, Dussehra, Diwali, Sankranti, Wedding Season, etc.

Guide CRM team for customer segmentation, retention, feedback and reporting.

Oversee HR for staffing decisions, showroom requirements, performance, and training.

Marketing Manager

PMJ Group
06.2017 - 06.2021

Head of Marketing for HNI business at P Manoharlal (Luxury segment of PMJ)
•Sales and PR for ultra HNI clientele across the city, Bangalore and Chennai.
•Strategised & Executed short term and long term marekting objectives for the over all brand and individual stores.
• Took proactive steps to identify/create opportunities for customer acquisition, engagement & retention.
• Innovative & Efficient use of marketing mediums (ATL / BTL & online).
• Created offline and online marketing campaigns & conceptualised creative ideas based on the retail calendar along side the agency.
• Planned, Executed & Monitored social media campaigns / Ad’s manager (Facebook & Instagram)
• Monitored and Analysed CRM & Sales data to achieve marketing objectives.

Senior Analyst - Tax

Deloitte
06.2013 - 06.2017
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased operational effectiveness.
  • Nurtured strong working relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met while exceeding expectations on deliverables.
  • Optimized project management, resulting in timely deliverables and improved client satisfaction rates.
  • Improved company efficiency with the development of key performance indicators and tracking metrics.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Education

MBA - Marketing And HR

Osmania University
Hyderabad, India
04.2001 -

Skills

1 Strategic Leadership

Developing and executing multi-market marketing strategies across India and the USA

Driving revenue growth through brand positioning and consumer insights

Leading cross-functional teams including sales, retail operations, and digital marketing

2 Brand & Marketing Expertise

Brand building, re-positioning, and storytelling for luxury and premium segments

Integrated marketing campaigns: digital, retail, experiential, and social media

Customer segmentation, targeting, and loyalty program design

3 Retail & Business Acumen

Expansion strategy for physical stores and omni-channel presence

Managing budgets, P&L oversight, and ROI-driven campaign planning

Market research, competitor analysis, and trend forecasting

4 Digital & Innovation

Leveraging digital platforms to drive engagement, sales, and brand awareness

E-commerce growth strategies and influencer/celebrity collaborations

Implementing technology-enabled marketing solutions

5 Leadership & Team Management

Mentoring high-performing teams, building culture of creativity and accountability

Stakeholder management with partners, designers, and vendors

Change management during brand scaling or transformation initiatives

Merchandising strategies

Strong work ethic

Brand awareness

Social media marketing

Timeline

Chief Marketing Officer

Vega Jewellers and Vaarahi Silks Group
10.2021 - Current

Marketing Manager

PMJ Group
06.2017 - 06.2021

Senior Analyst - Tax

Deloitte
06.2013 - 06.2017

MBA - Marketing And HR

Osmania University
04.2001 -

Tennis, Raeding Books, Listening to Podcasts and Socialising

I enjoy staying active and mentally sharp through tennis, which keeps me disciplined and competitive. I love reading books across genres to expand my perspective and fuel creativity. Listening to podcasts allows me to stay updated on trends, leadership insights, and innovative ideas. I also enjoy socialising, connecting with people from diverse backgrounds, which helps me build relationships, exchange ideas, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Ashna MisraChief Marketing Officer | Brand Builder | Retail Growth Strategist | Miss Hyderabad 2014 | Jewellery & Saree Industry Expert | PR, Social Media, Ops, CRM & Sales Leadership