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Skills
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Accomplishments
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Gurpreet Kaur

Langley,BC

Summary

Experienced Professional with over 12 years of expertise in strategy development, alliance and channel management, and programme coordination within global organizations, including HP, Pegasystems, and IBM. Proven ability to design and implement impactful initiatives, manage complex budgets, and drive cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Skilled in working with diverse stakeholders, including C-Level executives, to advance strategic priorities and enhance operational efficiencies. Fluent in French and English, with a deep understanding of cross-cultural team dynamics.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Alliance/Product Marketing Manager

HP Inc.
10.2022 - Current
  • Developed and managed a plan budget of $500K across digital and offline channels, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and achieving measurable outcomes
  • Led Sales and Channel Enablement initiatives to increase revenue through channel partners and internal sales teams
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between internal service providers, external vendors, and C-Level executives to launch new products and services
  • Designed and executed global webinars and marketing campaigns to enhance partner engagement and product visibility

Key Achievements

  • Increased partner revenue by 15% year-over-year through targeted enablement programs
  • Streamlined the reporting framework for marketing initiatives, improving efficiency by 20%

Partner Marketing Manager

PegaSystems
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Managed a $1.5M Partner Investment Fund to drive revenue growth for Pega products in collaboration with EY and AWS
  • Spearheaded the development of global marketing strategies and KPIs for strategic partnerships, ensuring consistent performance monitoring
  • Launched innovative programs and product campaigns to expand market reach and enhance partner engagement
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to create compelling content and execute multi-channel marketing campaigns

Key Achievements

  • Increased partner-sourced revenue by 20% through effective joint go-to-market strategies
  • Successfully implemented a global partner marketing framework adopted across regional markets

Digital Marketing Manager

Sierra Wireless
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Oversaw a $3M+ annual marketing budget, establishing goals that drove lead generation and pipeline growth
  • Directed the end-to-end migration of the Content Management System (CMS) from Sitecore to WordPress, enhancing platform usability and functionality

Key Achievements

  • Achieved a 48% increase in lead generation through optimized digital strategies
  • Reduced website downtime during the CMS migration process, ensuring uninterrupted user experience

Marketing Manager

IBM
01.2013 - 05.2021
  • Spearheaded comprehensive partner marketing programs, driving improvements in partner engagement and satisfaction over a decade
  • Defined and implemented customer experience success metrics, aligning marketing strategies to organizational objectives and enhancing partner readiness
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute high-impact product initiatives and marketing campaigns
  • Activated and optimized social media marketing strategies for IBM’s hardware division in France, fostering greater audience engagement and reach

Key Achievements

  • Increased partner engagement metrics by 25% through targeted communication strategies and partner enablement programs
  • Delivered training programs to over 200 partners, significantly enhancing their product knowledge and sales capabilities
  • Grew social media reach by 40% through innovative campaign designs, leading to a 30% increase in website traffic within the first year
  • Successfully led marketing initiatives that elevated IBM’s brand presence and drove measurable business outcomes across multiple regions

Bi-Lingual Business Analyst

Polaris Software Labs Ltd
06.2005 - 04.2011
  • Delivered high-quality French-English translation services for French clients, including Credit Agricole and Finaref, ensuring accuracy and cultural relevance
  • Managed service delivery for key accounts, acting as the primary liaison between the organization and French-speaking clients
  • Developed and implemented account-based marketing strategies tailored to the needs of French financial institutions
  • Partnered with internal teams to create multilingual documentation and streamline communication with stakeholders

Key Achievements

  • Facilitated seamless communication and collaboration with French-speaking clients, contributing to a 15% increase in client satisfaction metrics
  • Successfully translated complex technical documents, enhancing accessibility for French stakeholders
  • Played a pivotal role in securing long-term contracts with major French clients by delivering exceptional service and support

Education

Masters - French

University of Delhi

Diplome Superieur -

Alliance Francaise de Delhi

Digital Marketing Certification - Digital Marketing

Red Academy
Vancouver

Skills

  • Alliance/Channel Management
  • Strategy & Coordination
  • Multi-Million Dollar Budget Oversight
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Programme Strategy: Successfully led multi-million dollar budgets and implemented strategic initiatives aligning with organizational goals.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Worked with global partners and cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and drive shared outcomes.
  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Established KPIs and reporting frameworks to track and optimize program performance.
  • Capacity Building: Designed and delivered training programs for internal teams and partners, enhancing operational capabilities.
  • Cross-Cultural Competence: Leveraged linguistic skills and international experience to manage diverse teams and partnerships effectively.

Affiliations

  • Was an active member of ULLAS TRUST, a charity program run by Polaris Software Lab Ltd, my responsibilities included teaching the poor students, subjects like English, Mathematics and Computer Science and encouraging them to go for higher studies by taking the scholarship given by Polaris
  • Worked as a Volunteer with INDCARE Trust (NGO working towards Integrated Community Development with the involvement of the target beneficiaries) on various initiatives associated with HIV/AIDS Care and Support in the field and other research work associated with the same

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Alliance/Product Marketing Manager

HP Inc.
10.2022 - Current

Partner Marketing Manager

PegaSystems
11.2021 - 10.2022

Digital Marketing Manager

Sierra Wireless
05.2021 - 10.2021

Marketing Manager

IBM
01.2013 - 05.2021

Bi-Lingual Business Analyst

Polaris Software Labs Ltd
06.2005 - 04.2011

Masters - French

University of Delhi

Diplome Superieur -

Alliance Francaise de Delhi

Digital Marketing Certification - Digital Marketing

Red Academy
Gurpreet Kaur