Reshma Nair
Bengaluru
Summary
Strategic communications leader with 10+ years of experience shaping brand reputation, executive visibility, and high-impact storytelling for global organizations. Expert in media relations, leadership advisory, issues management, and integrated communication strategies that elevate brands in fast-growing markets. Thrives in dynamic, high-performance environments, building strong stakeholder partnerships, and delivering narrative-driven campaigns that inspire employees, influence external audiences, and strengthen brand equity across India and APAC.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Global External PR
Unisys
Bengaluru
06.2021 - Current
- Led India's communications strategy, strengthening brand reputation in a high-growth market, and aligning narratives with global and APAC priorities.
- Advised senior executives as a strategic communications partner, shaping messaging, leadership notes, media plans, and thought leadership.
- Drove integrated external communications, including press announcements, campaigns, op-eds, product storytelling, and research narratives, to elevate visibility with media, government, and industry stakeholders.
- Owned end-to-end media relations, building strong national and regional relationships, and securing consistent, high-quality coverage for the brand and its leaders.
- Led employee communications, delivering town halls, all-hands messaging, newsletters, and culture-driven stories that reinforced engagement and alignment with global goals.
- Directed issues and crisis communications, partnering with legal, HR, and leadership, to deliver rapid, reputation-protective responses.
- Managed and guided PR agencies across India and global markets to deliver insight-led storytelling, strategic campaigns, and measurable outcomes.
- Worked across a complex global matrix, ensuring message consistency, and supporting cross-regional initiatives across the U.S., APAC, Brazil, and Europe.
- Ran executive visibility programs, including keynotes, media roundtables, LinkedIn positioning, industry forums, and multi-platform content.
- Oversaw budgets, analytics, and governance, ensuring efficient, ROI-driven communication programs.
Account Manager
Genesis BCW
Bengaluru
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Led corporate external communications for India, shaping key messaging across technology, partnerships, and executive visibility to strengthen brand presence.
- Developed and executed integrated internal and external communication strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and market priorities.
- Drove high-impact social media campaigns, optimizing engagement through strategic content planning, analytics, and cross-channel amplification.
- Created compelling content—executive messaging, press releases, blogs, and articles—to elevate brand narratives and media visibility.
- Conducted industry and corporate analysis, developed case studies, and ensured consistent messaging to reinforce stakeholder and media relationships.
- Designed and executed change management communication frameworks, enabling employee adoption, reducing resistance, and strengthening workforce alignment.
- Advised leadership during organizational transformations, supporting strategic communication, and enhancing team engagement.
- Developed training programs and toolkits to support onboarding, employee readiness, and continuous learning.
- Collaborated with C-suite leaders to enhance corporate visibility through strategic messaging and executive communications.
Account Executive
Adfactors PR
Mumbai
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Developed and executed global PR strategies, managing media inquiries, and coordinating international campaigns.
- Crafted press releases and communication materials for global surveys, studies, and product launches.
- Led end-to-end PR functions, including strategy, media pitching, event management, and performance tracking.
- Created promotional content—brochures, videos, and social posts—to strengthen brand visibility.
- Planned and executed high-profile events, such as press conferences, exhibitions, and media tours, with seamless delivery.
- Managed strong stakeholder relationships, driving collaboration, creative project execution, and cross-platform social media strategy.
- Implemented digital and social engagement programs to communicate change, build transparency, and strengthen employee trust.
- Executed crisis communication strategies, proactively managing media, and mitigating reputational risks.
Education
Professional Certificate in Strategic Corporate Communication -
Dartmouth University
12.2025
Crisis Communication -
LinkedIn University
11.2024
Managing Brand Reputation -
LinkedIn University
11.2024
Organization Communication -
LinkedIn University
11.2024
What is Generative AI -
LinkedIn University
03.2024
Social Media in Public Relations -
National University of Singapore
08.2017
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing
SIES College of Management Studies
Mumbai07.2015
B.com - Banking and Insurance
S.I.E.S. (Nerul) College of Arts, Science & Commerce
Mumbai07.2013
Skills
- Strategic communications and narrative development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Executive communications and leadership advisory
- Media relations and storytelling
- Crisis management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Integrated campaign planning
- Agency and vendor management
- Budgeting and performance tracking
- Agility and sound judgment
Hobbies and Interests
- Marathon Running & Long-Distance Trekking
- Wildlife & Nature Photography
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Malayalam
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Kannada
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Global External PR
Unisys
06.2021 - Current
Account Manager
Genesis BCW
11.2018 - 11.2020
Account Executive
Adfactors PR
01.2015 - 09.2018
Professional Certificate in Strategic Corporate Communication -
Dartmouth University
Crisis Communication -
LinkedIn University
Managing Brand Reputation -
LinkedIn University
Organization Communication -
LinkedIn University
What is Generative AI -
LinkedIn University
Social Media in Public Relations -
National University of Singapore
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing
SIES College of Management Studies
B.com - Banking and Insurance
S.I.E.S. (Nerul) College of Arts, Science & Commerce