Prashanth Naliganti
HYDERABAD
Summary
Seasoned leader with deep expertise across the education and EdTech ecosystem, driving sustainable growth through strategic sales, business development, and operational excellence. I bring a proven track record of scaling businesses, leading high-performing teams, and delivering measurable impact at organizations such as Unacademy and Aakash, where I helped strengthen profitability, transform educational offerings, and enhance learner engagement.
Currently, I lead Vedantu’s offline operations in Hyderabad, focused on building scalable systems, optimizing performance, and delivering customer-centric learning experiences in a rapidly evolving education landscape.
I thrive in dynamic environments that demand innovation, adaptability, and collaborative problem-solving. My journey has reinforced the value of persistence, data-driven decision-making, and strong teamwork in creating meaningful outcomes.
Always open to connecting with professionals who are passionate about revolutionizing education through technology, innovation, and impact-driven leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Business Head
Vedantu Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
10.2025 - Current
- Led regional sales initiatives to enhance market presence and brand visibility.
- Developed strategic partnerships with educational institutions to drive enrollment growth.
- Managed team performance through regular coaching and skill development sessions.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for product offerings.
- Maintained detailed records of sales activities, including daily call reports, weekly forecasts, and monthly performance metrics.
Business Development Manager
Vedantu Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Growth-oriented Business Development Manager with strong expertise in market expansion, lead generation, and strategic partnerships. Proven ability to identify opportunities, build sales pipelines, and drive consistent business growth.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and trends.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on best practices in business development.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
Sr Business Development Associate
Unacademy
02.2023 - Current
- Identified cost-saving measures across various departments, contributing to a reduction in overhead expenses and increased profitability.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives within the organization, enhancing its reputation as a socially conscious employer.
- Exceeded annual sales targets through consistent pipeline management and effective negotiation tactics.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional support and managing relationships throughout the sales cycle.
Sr. Business Development Associate
Byju's
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Established performance metrics for tracking progress against sales goals
- Performed regular follow-ups with customers post sale in order to assess satisfaction levels with our services and products
- Developed sales strategies to increase market share of existing products and services
- Tracked and analyzed weekly sales reports, implemented corrective action plans and streamlined sales operations.
Financial consultant
Winway Pvt Ltd
hyderabad
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized financial advice and investment recommendations.
- Analyzed market trends and identified investment opportunities, resulting in enhanced portfolio performance.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, reducing costs for both the firm and its clientele.
- Leveraged technology to optimize data analysis capabilities, enhancing the accuracy of investment recommendations provided to clients.
Education
MBA - Financial Services Marketing Operations
Nigama Engineering College
Karimnagar05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Computers & Science
A V College of Arts
Hyderabad05.2021
Secondary School -
Gouthama High School
Skills
- Team Leadership & People Management
- Sales Team Coaching & Performance Management
- Target Setting & Achievement
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Revenue Growth & Profitability Management
- Sales Strategy Development
- New Market Entry & Business Expansion
- Partner & Dealer Network Development
- Process Improvement & Optimization
- Operational Efficiency Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Leadership & Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Time Management & Multitasking
Personal Information
Timeline
Area Business Head
Vedantu Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
10.2025 - Current
Business Development Manager
Vedantu Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
11.2024 - 10.2025
Sr Business Development Associate
Unacademy
02.2023 - Current
Sr. Business Development Associate
Byju's
12.2021 - 02.2023
Financial consultant
Winway Pvt Ltd
02.2021 - 11.2021
MBA - Financial Services Marketing Operations
Nigama Engineering College
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Computers & Science
A V College of Arts
Secondary School -
Gouthama High School