Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Books
Dailyschedule
Passions
Reading
Timeline
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Vinay Keshav

Vinay Keshav

Customer Success Manager
Bangalore,KA

Summary

Experienced problem-solver with a strong background in customer success and account management. Demonstrates leadership skills that enhance team dynamics and a focus on customer relations that drives retention and growth. Excels in making independent decisions and maintaining high performance in fast paced environments. A commitment to continuous professional development ensures a results-driven approach toward achieving significant outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Success Specialist

Cisco WebEx
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • Supported 1000 customer experience projects as a leading provider of collaboration technologies
  • Directed health scoring for 100 accounts, catalyzing a 20% boost in renewals and a significant improvement in retention
  • Elevated product utilization by 30% through delivery of customized training sessions
  • Enhanced client satisfaction scores by 20% through personalized communication strategies and effective issue resolution

Customer Service Officer

Mphasis, TD, Trust
06.2014 - 12.2015
  • Assisted Toronto Dominion Bank's customer's with their banking queries
  • Achieved 95% of departmental targets consistently by meeting key performance indicators
  • Improved first-contact resolution rate by 15% through efficient handling of customer queries
  • Resolved 500 customer inquiries and complaints quickly, enhancing overall service quality
  • Handled 120 calls on a daily basis

Tech Support Advisor & HR Representative

Accenture, AT&T & Aon UK Processes
05.2011 - 10.2013
  • Facilitated IT services and consulting for 50 multinational clients as a professional services company
  • Resolved technical issues for AT&T with a 98% resolution rate, enhancing customer satisfaction by 20%
  • Streamlined HR operations, processing 100 requests monthly, improving efficiency by 20% through careful oversight
  • Fostered a supportive team environment by mentoring 10 junior advisors focused on growth and learning

Account Manager

DHL Franchise
10.2005 - 04.2011
  • Elevated logistics effectiveness for TEC Engineering and BASF by 15%, increasing on-time deliveries
  • Boosted revenue by ₹40 lakh through successful upselling strategies, resulting in a high client retention rate
  • Increased client satisfaction by 25% through strong relationship building and prompt needs addressing
  • Developed 15 customized account plans to help clients achieve their business goals successfully

Customer Success Manager & Sales Manager

Standard Technologies
08.2019 - 01.1970
  • A customer success manager & sales manager
  • Resulted in 20% increase in customer satisfaction through partnership with Canon on technology solutions
  • Administered a portfolio of 50 clients, retaining 95% of accounts and amplifying revenue by 20% through innovative upselling strategies
  • Pioneered onboarding procedures, reducing time-to-value by 30% and heightening client satisfaction by 25%
  • Orchestrated swift resolution of customer concerns, gathering actionable feedback to bolster service delivery by 15%
  • Partnered with technical teams to optimize repair processes, cutting turnaround times by 30%

Education

Ecommerce -

STG International
02.2001

B.Sc. - Chemistry

Canara College
07.1996

Skills

  • Cisco
  • Cisco Webex
  • CRM
  • Lean Startup
  • SalesForce

Accomplishments

  • Amplified revenue by 20% through strategic upselling.
  • Reduced time-to-value by 30%, enhancing client onboarding experience.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by 25% with improved service delivery.
  • Supervised 50 client portfolio, retaining 95% of accounts consistently.

Books

  • The Effortless Experience, Matthew Dixon
  • Customer Success, Nick Mehta

Dailyschedule

  • Client Engagement: Conduct daily check-ins with 50 clients, addressing issues, providing solutions, and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Onboarding & Training: Deliver tailored onboarding and training sessions to ensure smooth product adoption and utilization.
  • Collaboration: Partner with sales, support, and technical teams to resolve issues, enhance customer experience, and identify upselling opportunities.
  • Problem Solving: Manage escalations, analyze customer complaints, and implement solutions to improve retention.
  • Metrics & Reporting: Track performance metrics, generate reports, and present findings to senior management.
  • Upselling & Cross-selling: Identify growth opportunities, driving a 20% revenue increase through upselling strategies.

Passions

  • Reading, I enjoy reading a mix of genres, including self-help, business strategy, and technology-related books. Some of my recent favorites include Atomic Habits by James Clear and The Lean Startup by Eric Raise. Reading helps me stay informed about industry trends, develop new perspectives, and continuously learn to improve my personal and professional life.
  • Browsing, I have a keen interest in exploring topics like customer success strategies, SaaS innovations, and emerging CRM technologies. I frequently browse reputable websites like Harvard Business Review, SaaStr.com and TechCrunch to stay updated on the latest trends in customer engagement and technology.
  • Fitness, Fitness is an essential part of my routine, helping me maintain physical and mental well-being. I enjoy activities like yoga, cycling, and strength training, dedicating at least 30 minutes daily to exercise. Fitness not only keeps me energetic but also improves my focus and resilience, which I bring to both personal and professional challenges.

Reading

Reading Technical and Problem Solving Books.

Timeline

Customer Success Manager & Sales Manager

Standard Technologies
08.2019 - 01.1970

Customer Success Specialist

Cisco WebEx
04.2017 - 07.2019

Customer Service Officer

Mphasis, TD, Trust
06.2014 - 12.2015

Tech Support Advisor & HR Representative

Accenture, AT&T & Aon UK Processes
05.2011 - 10.2013

Account Manager

DHL Franchise
10.2005 - 04.2011

B.Sc. - Chemistry

Canara College

Ecommerce -

STG International
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