HIMANSHU SHARMA
Grimsby,Canada
Summary
Dynamic marketing and business development leader with a proven track record in brand building, project management, and financial strategy. Successfully raised $1M in seed funding, secured significant partnerships, and drove growth through innovative strategies. Adept at stakeholder engagement, financial planning, and operational efficiency, with a history of exceeding targets and delivering measurable results. Driven Director with experience planning and coordinating all aspects of productions. Proficient in selecting scripts, coordinating writing and supporting directing and editing. Multifaceted leader with talent orchestrating coordination of all records, plans and personnel to accomplish fast-paced work.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Career Velocity Inc
01.2021 - Current
- Pioneered EVIDHYA GLOBAL, an online platform for cross-border education, raising $1M in seed funding and securing partnerships with institutions in India, Dubai, and Europe
- Designed and implemented a cost-effective PLAR (Pre-Learning Assessment Registration) strategy, generating data on 100,000 students from Punjab with a 30% reduction in operational costs
- Led end-to-end digital course delivery, achieving a 25% increase in student enrollment and a 20% improvement in retention rates through curriculum standardization
- Optimized marketing budgets, reducing customer acquisition costs by 15% while increasing lead generation by 35%
Marketing and Business Development Director
ECC Visa
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Canada
- Executed a go-to-market strategy for seven small cities in India, resulting in a 40% increase in residency-by-investment cases
- Revamped prospect marketing, leading to a 30% increase in leads and a 35% growth in college tie-ups within one year
- Negotiated and secured $300K in partnerships with venture capital firms, exceeding targets by 20%
- Canada
Finance Head
Investo Pioneer
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Achieved the maximum business threshold across all DSAs of Delhi, generating ₹23 crores in revenue, and received a Certificate of Appreciation from ICICI Bank Ltd
- Spearheaded insurance premium collections, achieving a record ₹45 lakhs in a single month
- Streamlined financial operations, reducing processing time by 20% and improving cash flow management
- Led a team of 15 finance professionals, increasing productivity by 25% through performance management frameworks
- Negotiated and secured ₹10 crores in funding from venture capital firms, enabling business expansion into new markets
Marketing and Business Development Director
Profocus Media LTD
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Oversaw corporate development, achieving $2M in revenue from real estate and outdoor media projects
- Built and executed a $1.5M RFP for merging financial products with MLM, resulting in a 15% increase in profitability
- Negotiated indoor branding deals with McDonald’s and Citibank, generating $500K in revenue
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, achieving a 10% cost savings while maintaining project timelines and quality
Consultant
MEXYS
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Diversified immigration portfolio, increasing revenue by 20% through strategic partnerships and agent network expansion
- Formalized school tie-ups with international universities, resulting in a 15% increase in student enrollment
Assistant Manager - Land Product
E-Bookers
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: London, UK
- Migrated land product processes from London to India, reducing operational costs by 25% and achieving a 30% increase in business volume
- Identified and resolved system errors, leading to a 20% increase in single-room bookings and improved customer satisfaction
- Nominated as Manager – Land Product for supervising 3 teams, improving team performance and operational efficiency
- London, UK
Education
Certification in International Trade -
Symbiosis
PuneSkills
- Brand Building
- Negotiation Strategy
- Project Management
- Market Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Profitability Optimization
- Marketing Campaigns
Quote
Impossible means I’m Possible.
Languages
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- Hindi, Native/Bilingual Proficiency
Sports Achievements
- Won 100-meter sprint, 200-meter sprint, and relay race
- Basketball player
Activities
- Pickleball
- Trekking
- Camping
Timeline
Director
Career Velocity Inc
01.2021 - Current
Marketing and Business Development Director
ECC Visa
01.2019 - 01.2020
Finance Head
Investo Pioneer
01.2013 - 12.2019
Marketing and Business Development Director
Profocus Media LTD
01.2008 - 12.2013
Consultant
MEXYS
01.2005 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager - Land Product
E-Bookers
01.2001 - 01.2005
Certification in International Trade -
Symbiosis
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