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Bhavani Sony

Bhavani Sony

Account Executive
Bengaluru

Summary

Highly organized and motivated Account Executive with demonstrated track record of building relationships with clients, developing successful sales campaigns, and managing teams of account managers. Skilled in financial analysis, customer service and problem-solving. Experienced in coordinating activities with various departments to achieve strategic objectives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Taggbox
04.2023 - Current
  • Initiated proactive client engagement through calls, establishing effective communication and conveying our platform's value proposition.
  • Ensured successful client onboarding by guiding clients through sign-up processes and assisting them in posting their requirements on our platform.
  • Maintained accurate and organized records by updating and managing all sales activities, opportunities, and account information in the CRM system.
  • Applied effective communication and qualification techniques to understand and address the requirements of inbound leads, optimizing lead-to-client conversion.
  • Developed and executed successful prospecting strategies, building a high-quality pipeline and fostering strong relationships with potential clients.
  • Stayed informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies in sales and marketing, contributing valuable insights to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Identified and pursued new business opportunities, resulting in the acquisition of five new accounts. Demonstrated a strategic and results-driven approach to business development.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sales strategies with organizational objectives, fostering a cohesive and goal-oriented work environment.

Senior SDE

Mesh.ai
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Demonstrated a deep understanding of Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) accounts, meticulously identifying key personas and their pain points to tailor sales strategies effectively.
  • Spearheaded the development and execution of innovative prospecting strategies, incorporating various mediums such as videos, text, and direct mail. Ensured scalability across the entire Sales team.
  • Achieved a consistent goal of generating 8 Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs) per month, with a focus on converting 4 into Sales Qualified Opportunities (SQOs).
  • Collaborated closely with the marketing team to craft compelling outbound sales messaging for multi-channel sequences, including calling and texting, ensuring a cohesive and impactful approach.
  • Prepared comprehensive responses to key objections across all communication channels, showcasing adaptability and a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Partnered with marketing to refine and enhance outbound sales messaging, ensuring alignment with overall brand messaging and campaign objectives.
  • Implemented data-driven approaches to evaluate the effectiveness of various prospecting strategies, optimizing tactics for continuous improvement.
  • Actively participated in ongoing sales training and professional development, staying abreast of industry trends and evolving best practices.

Senior Sales Development

Freshworks
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Developed and managed diverse client portfolios, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals and objectives.
  • Contributed to sustained business growth and profitability by implementing effective strategies to maximize the overall value delivered to clients.
  • Utilized analytical skills to analyze customer data, deriving actionable insights to continuously enhance the overall customer experience.
  • Conducted comprehensive product demonstrations for clients, showcasing features and benefits to drive understanding and engagement.
  • Enhanced onboarding processes, streamlining client integration and ensuring a smooth transition to our products/services.
  • Evaluated and improved tutorials and communication infrastructure, optimizing information dissemination and fostering client education.
  • Mediated between clients and the organization, ensuring effective communication and prompt resolution of client concerns.
  • Successfully handled and resolved customer requests and complaints, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented strategies to minimize customer churn, proactively addressing issues and aligning solutions with client needs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to aid in product design and development, providing valuable insights from a client-centric perspective.

Farming Team-

  • Collaborated closely with the farming team, customer success, and account managers to identify upsell, cross-sell, and new product sales opportunities for existing customers.
  • Conducted comprehensive analyses of customer accounts, identifying potential areas for growth and proposing tailored solutions to meet evolving needs.
  • Worked in tandem with account managers to develop and execute strategic account plans, ensuring a unified approach to maximizing customer value.
  • Played a key role in driving revenue growth by successfully upselling and cross-selling additional products/services to existing customers.
  • Assisted in the introduction and promotion of new products, working hand-in-hand with customer success teams to ensure seamless adoption by customers.
  • Established strong relationships with customers, becoming a trusted point of contact for inquiries, product information, and additional sales opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to share customer insights and feedback, contributing to the refinement of sales strategies and product offerings.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets through a collaborative approach, aligning efforts with broader team objectives to enhance overall customer satisfaction.

Sales Development Representative

Yellow.ai
06.2020 - 02.2021
  • Initiated proactive outreach to potential clients, demonstrating a keen understanding of their business needs.
  • Established and nurtured rapport to facilitate open and effective communication channels.
  • Conducted thorough consultations, identifying and addressing key pain points of prospective customers. Positioned myself as a trusted solution provider by aligning offerings with their unique challenges.
  • Designed and executed engaging product demonstrations, tailoring presentations to showcase features and benefits that directly addressed the specific pain points uncovered during initial consultations.
  • Successfully guided clients through product demos, fostering a hands-on understanding of our solutions. This approach created personalized engagement opportunities and strengthened client confidence.
  • Implemented and managed a systematic follow-up process, ensuring consistent communication post-demonstration. Addressed concerns, provided additional information, and skillfully guided prospects towards sales conversions.
  • Cultivated positive customer relationships to secure referrals, expanding the customer base and playing a pivotal role in driving substantial growth in the sales pipeline.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently through a customer-centric approach. Aligned solutions seamlessly with client needs and pain points, consistently delivering exceptional value and satisfaction.

Lead Development Represenative

Azuga
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Proactively initiated contact with potential clients to understand their business needs and pain points, establishing rapport and trust to facilitate effective communication.
  • Conducted in-depth consultations to identify key pain points of prospective customers, positioning myself as a solution provider with a keen understanding of their challenges.
  • Orchestrated engaging product demonstrations, showcasing the features and benefits tailored to address the specific pain points identified during initial conversations.
  • Successfully brought clients to product demos, fostering a firsthand understanding of our solutions and creating opportunities for personalized engagement.
  • Implemented a strategic follow-up system, maintaining regular communication with clients post-demonstration to address any lingering concerns, provide additional information, and ultimately drive sales conversions.
  • Leveraged positive customer relationships to secure referrals, expanding the customer base and contributing to the growth of the sales pipeline.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets through a customer-centric approach, aligning solutions with client needs and pain points.

Customer Success Manager

HSBC
10.2008 - 01.2016
  • Spearheaded client engagement strategies, ensuring a deep understanding of client needs and aligning HSBC products/services to enhance overall satisfaction and drive upsell opportunities.
  • Resolved complex customer issues promptly, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction and contributing to a significant reduction in churn rates.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to enhance the overall customer experience and streamline communication channels.
  • Conducted thorough data analysis of customer feedback and behaviour, leveraging insights to implement targeted initiatives that positively impacted customer success metrics.
  • Personally managed a portfolio of key client accounts, overseeing all aspects of their financial interactions, including payments and account maintenance.
  • Acted as the primary point of contact for clients, proactively addressing and resolving their issues and queries to ensure a seamless and positive customer experience.
  • Implemented customer satisfaction initiatives, resulting in an improvement in overall customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained a hands-on approach to account management, ensuring personalized attention to each client's unique needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, resulting in more efficient and effective customer support.

Education

B.Com - Accounting

C.V. Raman University
Bengaluru, Karnataka
04.2001 -

Skills

Communication

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Interests

Travelling, Cooking, Gardening and I enjoy indulging in the leisure of watching content on platforms like Netflix, Amazon, and Disney Hotstar

Timeline

Account Executive

Taggbox
04.2023 - Current

Senior SDE

Mesh.ai
04.2022 - 03.2023

Senior Sales Development

Freshworks
03.2021 - 03.2022

Sales Development Representative

Yellow.ai
06.2020 - 02.2021

Lead Development Represenative

Azuga
05.2018 - 05.2020

Customer Success Manager

HSBC
10.2008 - 01.2016

B.Com - Accounting

C.V. Raman University
04.2001 -
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