Shawn Thomas John
Business Development Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced with identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities. Utilizes strategic thinking and market analysis to drive revenue growth. Track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Business Development Head
CHANGING TREE
02.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: DIGITAL & CREATIVE AGENCY
- Closed 51 retainer contracts, executed 111 projects, and cleared 77 payments over 7 years
- Led business growth and retained major clients such as Apple (Imagine), Bose (Soundscape), The Sleep Company, and Kurlon
- Generated over Rs.1.2 crore in revenue through strategic planning, campaign execution, building clients relations and escalation maintenance
- Delivered 35+ websites, collaborating with creative, tech, and content teams to ensure timely, high-quality output
- Led business acquisition, campaign strategy, and content development
- Streamlined client coordination, timely collections, and delivery through efficient workflows
Business Development & Marketing Manager
KEONA
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: E-COMMERCE STARTUP
- Achieved Rs.8L/month billing within 6 mos. through integrated digital and offline marketing strategies, targeting and acquiring high-profile clients in hospitality and corporate gifting sectors
- Directed branding, website literature, development, and e-commerce growth strategy
- Listed products on Amazon India, expanding reach and improving product visibility
- Created marketing content including brochures, digital posts, and product listings
Senior Marketing Executive
INDUS LEAGUE
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Company Overview: Future Lifestyle Fashion
- Executed ATL, BTL, digital, influencer, and loyalty campaigns across 85 stores.
- Led seasonal marketing strategies, collaborating with PR, digital, and creative teams.
- Directed photoshoots and visual storytelling for campaigns and product launches.
- Managed seasonal visual merchandising, in-store collaterals, and activation plans.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of marketing materials.
Strategic Consultant
GREEN EVANGELIST
10.2013 - 04.2014
- Conducted CSR and sustainability workshops with Unilever and GenPact
- Led digital presentations and stakeholder collaborations for social impact
Team Leader
The Co-operative Food
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: UK – Retail Operations
- UK – Retail Operations
Intern
ING-Vysya Bank
01.2008 - 12.2008
Education
M.A. - Marketing & Innovation
Anglia Ruskin University
B.A. (Hons) - International Business Strategy
Anglia Ruskin University
Skills
Business Development & Sales
Planning and Strategy
Website Design & Management
Brand Positioning
Market Intelligence
Client/Vendor Management
Marketing Communications
Social Media Content
Market Research/ Analysis
Timeline
Business Development Head
CHANGING TREE
02.2018 - Current
Business Development & Marketing Manager
KEONA
10.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Marketing Executive
INDUS LEAGUE
04.2014 - 09.2015
Strategic Consultant
GREEN EVANGELIST
10.2013 - 04.2014
Team Leader
The Co-operative Food
01.2010 - 12.2013
Intern
ING-Vysya Bank
01.2008 - 12.2008
B.A. (Hons) - International Business Strategy
Anglia Ruskin University
M.A. - Marketing & Innovation
Anglia Ruskin University
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