Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Courses Undertaken
Research Papers Publications
Marketing Coach And Consultant - Tasks Undertaken
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Dr. Radhika Kukade

Marketing Professional
Pune

Summary

Seasoned professional with over 12 years of diverse experience spanning academia and industry. Holding a Ph.D. in Marketing from SPPU, Pune, and an Executive Program in Digital Marketing from IIM Jammu, I passionately nurture the next generation of talent, empowering them with knowledge and skills to thrive. In the corporate arena, I lead impactful initiatives, delivering bespoke training programs across India and the UAE in Marketing, CRM, and Digital Marketing. As a Content Strategist at Digitalzone, I collaborate with a talented team to develop high-quality content for leading B2B publications. Driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation, I leverage my expertise to drive business success and meaningful customer connections.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates

Work History

Content Strategist

Digitalzone INC
06.2023 - Current
  • In my current capacity as a Content Strategist, I specialize in crafting and executing content initiatives specifically for B2B Digital Publications, that align seamlessly with company's objectives
  • Improved search engine rankings through strategic link building initiatives and on-page optimization efforts.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
  • Led brainstorming sessions with internal stakeholders to generate creative ideas for new content initiatives targeting specific audience segments.
  • Closely monitored industry trends and competitor activity, adapting strategies as necessary to remain competitive in the digital landscape.
  • Enhanced content strategy by conducting thorough audience research and aligning content with target demographics.
  • Measured content performance using analytics tools, providing insights to inform data-driven decision-making for future campaigns.

Assistant Professor

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • I actively delivered content in the form of Asynchronous and Synchronous pedagogies as a marketing domain faculty and content expert. I took an active part in content review, coordinated with the publisher, and finalized content for working professional students.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for online instruction.
  • Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for Marketing courses.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Vishwanath Karad World Peace University
05.2019 - 10.2022
  • Mentored Management (UG) professionals in the areas of Marketing, HRM, CRM, and entrepreneurship development.
  • Spearheaded the coordination and mentorship of internships and the 'Global Exposure Program' conducted at the Dubai Expo 2020 in the UAE.
  • Enhanced students' research skills by supervising an array of independent study projects both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Orchestrated the coordination of international faculty for a highly successful guest lecture series.
  • Designed and facilitated impactful workshops, Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), and Management Development Programs (MDPs).

Business Manager & Training Lead

Prominent Training Institute
06.2018 - 04.2019
  • Headed Sales and Marketing Business Functions, took care of Training operations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Conducted ‘Training Need Analysis & Identification’ and ‘Training Effectivity Analysis’ as important deliverables to corporate including Training Performance Report.
  • Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.

Entrepreneurship Mentor & Assistant Professor

IMSCD & Research
06.2014 - 05.2018
  • Taught and mentored PG students in Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and HR domains.
  • Coordinated various course and training development initiatives for SEEDC (Skill Enhancement and Entrepreneurship Development Center).
  • Managed course coordination for the PG diploma in Entrepreneurship development sponsored by EDII - Ahmedabad.
  • Facilitated networking opportunities for mentees, fostering beneficial connections within the industry.
  • Conducted workshops on Entrepreneurship Development and Marketing for self-help groups and students, both on and off-campus.

Project Officer

Maharashtra Centre for Entrepreneurship Development
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Mentoring Entrepreneurs, Developing Entrepreneurship Skills through Entrepreneurship Training Programs and Workshops
  • Co-ordination with various State and National Government Bodies for various administrative procedures and policies.

Education

Ph.D. - Commerce-Marketing

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India
04.2001 -

MBS - HRM

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India
04.2001 -

M.Com - Marketing Management

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India
04.2001 -

PGDBM - HRM

IMSCD&R
Ahmednagar, India
04.2001 -

Skills

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Certification

Executive Program in Digital Marketing (IIM Jammu)

Accomplishments

  • ONE Patent Published
  • 10+ Research Papers in International & ABDC Journals

Timeline

Content Strategist

Digitalzone INC
06.2023 - Current

Assistant Professor

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
11.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant Professor

Dr. Vishwanath Karad World Peace University
05.2019 - 10.2022

Business Manager & Training Lead

Prominent Training Institute
06.2018 - 04.2019

Entrepreneurship Mentor & Assistant Professor

IMSCD & Research
06.2014 - 05.2018

Project Officer

Maharashtra Centre for Entrepreneurship Development
06.2012 - 05.2014

Ph.D. - Commerce-Marketing

Savitribai Phule Pune University
04.2001 -

MBS - HRM

Savitribai Phule Pune University
04.2001 -

M.Com - Marketing Management

Savitribai Phule Pune University
04.2001 -

PGDBM - HRM

IMSCD&R
04.2001 -

Courses Undertaken

  • Marketing Management
  • Retail Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Brand Management
  • B2B & CRM
  • Advanced CRM
  • Entrepreneurship Development
  • SEO & Mobile Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Advertising & Public Relations
  • Services Marketing
  • Startup & New Venture
  • General Management

Research Papers Publications

  • Sustainable Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Consumer Behavior, Empirical Economics Letters, 22 (Special Issue 2), 01/2023, 1681 8997
  • Acceptance of Self-Learning-Based Model among Online and Distance Learning Pupils: A Qualitative Study, Symbiosis Journal SIRJODL, 4 Issue 2, 07/2022, 2582-9009
  • Sustainable Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Consumer Behavior, International Conference conducted by MITWPU School of Commerce, 03/11/2022
  • Marketing problems of small-scale industries, International Conference conducted by IMSCD&R, Indian Journal of Current Trends in Management
  • Review of Performance and contribution of MSME’s in the Indian Economy, International Conference organized by International Research Conference Proceeding on Industry 4.0 - Engaging with Disruptions by Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth's Global Business School & Research Centre, 03/2020
  • Role of educational institutions in entrepreneurship development for sustainable development of economy, International Conference organized by International Research Conference Proceeding Incubation-iv, organized by D.Y.Patil School of Management, Lohegaon, Pune
  • Digital Marketing Strategies for Small Scale Industries: A Review, International Conference organized by International Research Conference Proceeding Incubation-iv, organized by D.Y.Patil School of Management, Lohegaon, Pune
  • Evaluation of time management practices amongst management students, State level conference organized by BBA Department of New Arts, Commerce and Science College Ahmednagar, 2016
  • Problems and Prospects of ecommerce in Indian Context, Conference on ‘Emerging Trends in Management and IT: A way towards Sustainability in Corporate World’ held at MITCOECMSR, Kothrud, Pune

Marketing Coach And Consultant - Tasks Undertaken

  • Marketing Strategy design, development and deployment for Leadership teams in Telecom, Service and IT industry.
  • Design & Development of Leadership workshops and mentoring projects execution for IT and service domain for Middle East region.
  • Project scoping & sourcing for middle east market pertaining to service and consultancy tenders
  • Preparing consultancy, training and mentoring business proposals considering scope of work from the tender
  • Design & development of content in the marketing, entrepreneurship development, general management and project management domain to be delivered by trainers in the middle east region
  • Scheduling and planning for the project execution of the training and consultancy assignments across the globe
  • Co-ordination and documentation for all the projects in the middle east region

Marketing Coach and Consultant

Key Tasks Undertaken:

1. Marketing Strategy design, development, and deployment for Leadership teams in the Telecom, Service, and IT industry.

2. Design & Development of Leadership workshops and mentoring projects execution for IT and service domain for the Middle East region.

3. Project scoping & sourcing for the Middle East market about service and consultancy tenders

4. Preparing consultancy, training, and mentoring business proposals considering the scope of work from the tender

5. Design & development of content in the marketing, entrepreneurship development, general management, and project management domains to be delivered by trainers in the Middle East region.

6. Scheduling and planning for the project execution of the training and consultancy assignments across the globe.

7. Co-ordination and documentation for all the projects in the Middle East region

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