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SUPARNA MAJUMDAR

SUPARNA MAJUMDAR

Communications & Liaising, PR, Event Marketing & Management

Summary

Suparna, a seasoned communications professional with 22+ years of experience, excels in managing corporate communications for senior leadership. Her skills include strategic planning, media relations, content creation, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communication. Currently, she heads Communications & Corporate Relations at Vikram Solar, overseeing activities such as media outreach, content development, and stakeholder engagement. With a track record at firms like Kotak Mahindra, Cholamandalam DBS, and IL&FS, she recently drove Energy Sector Initiatives at the Indian Chamber of Commerce, focusing on Membership growth and trade facilitation before joining Vikram Solar.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager – Communication & Corporate Relation for the MD Office

Vikram Solar Limited
11.2018 - Current

Communication & Corporate Relations Manager for MD Office (Nov 2018 – Present):
- Strategically managed brand reputation and awareness through communication plans and content development.
- Oversaw multi-channel communication, media relations, and social media.
- Provided executive support, engaged stakeholders, and supported key initiatives.
- Led event management, partnership development, and fostered relationships with key partners.

Deputy Director & Head Energy Initiatives

Indian Chamber of Commerce
01.2012 - 07.2018
  • Deputy Director & Head of Energy Initiatives (Jan 2012 – July 2018):
    - Spearheaded strategic communication and relationship building efforts to enhance the Chamber's outreach and strengthen key stakeholder relationships through event management and funded projects.
    - Managed successful domestic and international conferences and expositions.
    - Secured significant funding for the Chamber via industry initiatives and fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing among government ministries, industry players, and PSUs.
    - Oversaw Membership Initiatives and Trade Facilitation Services, fueling growth in both areas.

Regional Manager – Eastern India

Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance
05.2008 - 06.2011
  • Managed Eastern India operations, overseeing property acquisition, facility and event management, and generalist HR. Met property acquisition targets to drive regional growth.

Manager Infrastructure & Administration – Eastern India

Cholamandalam DBS Finance Limited
05.2007 - 05.2008
  • Led infrastructure development in Eastern India, emphasizing property acquisition to facilitate branch expansion. Managed administrative functions for optimal operations and a positive work environment.

Branch Incharge – Administration & Communications

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co. Ltd
09.2004 - 04.2007
  • Administration, Corporate Relations

Sr. Officer

IPM & SL – Subsidiary of IL&FS Limited
03.2001 - 09.2004
  • Administration & HR Support

Executive

United Conveyors Corporation India Pvt. Ltd
06.1999 - 12.2000
  • Administration & Secretarial

Education

No Degree - Certificate On GNIIT

National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT
Kolkata
04.2001 -

No Degree - Certificate On Personnel Management & Proficiency

National Institute of Sales (NIS)
Kolkata
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - History

Jadavpur University
Kolkata
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical Skills:- End-to-end Communications- Content Writing- PR & Relationship Management- Event Marketing & Management- Media Coordination- CSR- Vendor ManagementSoft Skills:- Networking- PR Strategy- Communications Management- Speech Writing- Social Media Management- Content Creation- Key Message Penetration

Job Expertise

  • Communications (End to End)
  • Content – Representations & Recommendations, Blog Content, Social Media
  • PR & Relationship Management with External & Internal Stakeholders
  • Liaising (Government, Cooperates, Chambers & Association for Events & Policy Advocacy
  • Event Marketing, Management & Coordination (End to End) (Revenue Generation, Management & Execution)
  • Media Coordination
  • CSR (Documentation, evaluating proposals, spending accounts etc)
  • Leading & Managing Regional Administration, Facility Management, Property Acquisition & General HR functions
  • People Management – Recruitment, Joining Formalities, Induction Trainings, Team Building Activities and Retention
  • Vendor Management

Professional Highlights

  • Vikram Solar Limited, Nov 2018 - Present, External & Corporate Communications, Corporate & Government Liaising, Corporate Relations, Managing Events for the MD's Office, Manager – Communication & Corporate Relation for the MD Office
  • Indian Chamber of Commerce, Jan 2012 - July 2018, Event Management (Domestic & International Conferences & Expositions) & Funded Projects, Liaising with Central & State Ministries, Key Industry Players, PSU's for events and dedicated projects, Tie up and liaising with Technical Knowledge Partners for implementing policy documents, reports and studies for the Chamber, Deputy Director & Head Energy Initiatives. Also Headed Initiatives in the Chemicals & Fertilizers Sector & Initiatives for North Bengal Region. Additionally headed the Membership Initiatives & Trade Facilitation Services of the Chamber
  • Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance, May 2008 - June 2011, Property Acquisition, Facility Management, Event Management, Administration & Generalist HR, Regional Manager – Eastern India
  • Cholamandalam DBS Finance Limited, May 2007 - May 2008, Infrastructure – Property Acquisition, Manager Infrastructure & Administration – Eastern India
  • Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co. Ltd, Sept 2004 - April 2007, Administration, Corporate Relations, Branch Incharge – Administration & Communications
  • IPM & SL – Subsidiary of IL&FS Limited, March 2001 - Sept 2004, Administration & HR Support, Sr. Officer
  • United Conveyors Corporation India Pvt. Ltd, June 1999 - Dec 2000, Administration & Secretarial, Executive

Personal Information

Date of Birth  - November 18

Marital Status - Married

Spouse Name - Sanjib Kumar Majumdar

Children - 1 Daughter

Areas of Interest - Music, Movies, Documentaries, Social Networking

PROFESSIONALREFERENCES:

· Mr Anil Razdan, IAS, Former Union Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India. Phone: 98103 52108

· Mr Partha Bhattacharyya, Former Chairman, Coal India Limited. Phone: 84110 58885

· Dr Rajeev Singh, Director General, Indian Chamber of Commerce. Phone: 99030 41522

· Mr H L Bajaj, Former Chairman, Central Electricity Authority. Phone: 9810870808

· Mr Sunjoy Joshi, Director, ORF. Phone: 9810885135 / 9971511551

Accomplishments

At Indian Chamber of Commerce (2014-2015):
- Promoted to Deputy Director in 1.5 years
- Increased Energy sector revenue by 40% in 1st year
- Grew new members by 50% through Membership Initiatives

At Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance (2009-2010):
- Promoted to Senior Manager
- Exceeded property acquisition targets by launching 30 new branches in single FY

At Cholamandalam DBS Finance (2007-2008):
- Received "Master Blaster Certificate" for Best Performance
- Won Silver Trophy for Outstanding Contribution in Facilities, Projects & Branch Acquisition in the East

At Cholamandalam MS GIC (2006-2007):
- Promoted for excellence in Key Client Relationship Management

Languages

Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)

Certification

[Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]

Affiliations

Indian Chamber of Commerce (2014-2015) –

o Leadership & Business Growth – Promoted as Deputy Director within 1.5 years

Significantly upscaled Energy sector endeavors and projects – Increase in Revenue by 40% within 1st year of employment

Led Membership Initiatives & Trade Facilitation Desk, resulting in a 50% increase in new members

Identified new opportunities and launched successful initiatives

o Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance (2009-2010)

Achieved a promotion to Senior Manager with a special performance bonus, exceeding property acquisition targets (Launch of 30 new branches in a single FY)

o Cholamandalam DBS Finance (2007-2008)

Awarded the "Master Blaster Certificate" as the Best Performing Professional, recognizing exceptional performance in branch acquisition & project completion.

Awarded the Silver Trophy for Outstanding Contribution in Facilities, Projects & Branch Acquisition in the East. This achievement highlights my ability to manage resources effectively, achieve project goals, and drive regional growth

o Cholamandalam MS GIC (2006-2007)

Promoted with an expanded role in Key Client Relationship Management, demonstrating excellence in branch administration and facility management.

Timeline

Manager – Communication & Corporate Relation for the MD Office

Vikram Solar Limited
11.2018 - Current

Deputy Director & Head Energy Initiatives

Indian Chamber of Commerce
01.2012 - 07.2018

Regional Manager – Eastern India

Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance
05.2008 - 06.2011

Manager Infrastructure & Administration – Eastern India

Cholamandalam DBS Finance Limited
05.2007 - 05.2008

Branch Incharge – Administration & Communications

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co. Ltd
09.2004 - 04.2007

No Degree - Certificate On GNIIT

National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT
04.2001 -

No Degree - Certificate On Personnel Management & Proficiency

National Institute of Sales (NIS)
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - History

Jadavpur University
04.2001 -

Sr. Officer

IPM & SL – Subsidiary of IL&FS Limited
03.2001 - 09.2004

Executive

United Conveyors Corporation India Pvt. Ltd
06.1999 - 12.2000
SUPARNA MAJUMDARCommunications & Liaising, PR, Event Marketing & Management