Prasad Gaikwad
Mumbai
Summary
As an accomplished Assistant Manager in Business Development within the overseas education sector, I play a crucial role in driving growth and strategic partnerships for our organization. From identifying new business opportunities, developing and maintaining client relationships, and analyzing market trends to spearheading marketing initiatives, I am at the forefront of ensuring sustainable expansion and success across all aspects of our Business.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager Business Development
Envision Overseas Education Consultants LLP
Mumbai
10.2020 - Current
- Created presentations for prospective customers and gave product demonstrations.
- Identified potential sources of new business through research, networking, cold-calling and referrals.
- Assisted in the preparation of budgets for marketing campaigns or initiatives.
- Coordinated with departments such as counselling, admin and IT on various projects.
- Advised senior management on best practices for improving operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Monitoring the PAN India marketing team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Guided the marketing team to effectively perform outreach activities similar to my own role.
- Initiate and maintain connections with college and institute Deans, HODs, and TPOs to organize seminars in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Chandigarh, Bangalore, and Ahmedabad.
- Coordinate educational fairs, university meet-up sessions, and student events.
- Visited branches across the country to support and oversee company events.
- Deliver informative and engaging presentations to students and faculty members.
- Ensure optimal allocation of resources to maximize event impact and ROI.
- Develop and manage marketing budgets for individual events and overall activities.
- Identify and secure places for branding, implement effective strategies to enhance brand visibility and recognition.
- Connect with vendors for the printing of marketing materials and event-related resources.
- Introduce innovative solutions within the CRM framework to address specific operational challenges.
- Track and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using CRM data.
- Implement strategies to improve lead generation and conversion rates.
IT Executive
Lakshmishree Investments and Securities Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed the installation of hardware and software systems related to information technology infrastructure.
- Conducted periodic system audits to evaluate performance of computer networks, servers, storage devices, and other equipment.
- Provided technical support to users in troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Provided company users with tech support for IT problems and account maintenance.
NETWORKING ASSOCIATE
Blue Dart Express Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Manage and maintain the Branch's computer networks and communication infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and ensure smooth network operation.
- Implement network security measures to protect data and communication channels.
- Assist in network infrastructure design, installation, and maintenance.
- Provide technical support to employees for network-related matters.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Kirti College (University of Mumbai)
Mumbai, India03-2021
HSC - Arts
Kirti College Dadar (University of Mumbai)
Mumbai03-2018
SSC -
Saraswati Mandir High School
Mumbai, India03-2015
Skills
- Teamwork
- Proposal Writing
- Team Recruiting and Hiring
- Multitasking
- Extensive traveling
- B2B marketing
- Training and Onboarding
- Client Relationship Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Business Development
- Marketing and Advertising
- Event Management
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Assistant Manager Business Development
Envision Overseas Education Consultants LLP
10.2020 - Current
IT Executive
Lakshmishree Investments and Securities Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 10.2020
NETWORKING ASSOCIATE
Blue Dart Express Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Kirti College (University of Mumbai)
HSC - Arts
Kirti College Dadar (University of Mumbai)
SSC -
Saraswati Mandir High School
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