Shamik Rao
Muscat
Summary
Motivated and musically inclined individual with experience in the music, events, hospitality, and marketing industry. Dedicated to curating well-crafted events and launching effective local publicity campaigns. Skilled in operational leadership and management, providing tailored event management and marketing solutions for both corporate and commercial clients. Possessing a friendly personality and charisma that enables connection with a diverse clientele. Known for tenacious and can-do attitude, with a talent for spotting opportunities and an entrepreneurial mindset. Able to handle challenging situations calmly and effectively. Self-motivated and proactive, developed skills in identifying business opportunities, fostering client relationships, and driving revenue growth in competitive environments. Excel at strategic planning and market analysis, always focused on achieving measurable results. Seeking to transition into a new field where transferable skills can make a significant impact.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Three Lines Communication & Projects LLC
03.2020 - Current
- Managing the events division with wmuscat and liquid sky
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Sales and Marketing Manager
Muscat International Building Materials Muscat, Muscat Governorate
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Handling key Accounts in the construction industry.
- Managing our retail outlet.
- Prospecting for new clients.
- Dealing directly With our principal suppliers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms that maximized profitability while maintaining quality standards.
- Championed the use of customer feedback to drive continuous improvement efforts, resulting in increased client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed key account relationships for improved client retention and long-term partnerships.
General Manager
Cirkus Contemporary bar Pune, Maharashtra
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
Assistant manager/ Artist Manager, Head of programming
Elephant & Co
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Artist bookings withing india
- Increased event attendance by strategically marketing and promoting events through various channels.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing high-quality services at competitive rates.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Implemented innovative event concepts to create memorable experiences for attendees, driving repeat business and referrals.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Developed marketing materials and promotional campaigns to maximize event attendance and visibility.
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
Customer Relations Manager
BlueFrog Pune Pune, Maharashtra
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complex issues promptly and professionally.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
- Implemented effective communication strategies for better understanding of customer needs and expectations.
- Created activities and engagements to enhance customer experience, knowledge, and patronage.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address systemic issues impacting customer experiences.
- Fostered a culture of customer-centric thinking within the organization, driving teams to prioritize client needs and expectations in all decision-making processes.
- Managed customer relations on ongoing basis to maximize customer retention.
- Made customers aware of current and new programs and services.
Events Programmer / Social Media Excecutive
Euriska Pune, Maharashtra
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Developed targeted advertising campaigns, driving website traffic and generating leads.
- Established strong relationships with venue management, ensuring smooth operations during events.
- Streamlined event production processes by implementing effective project management strategies.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and successful delivery of complex events.
Buisness Development Manager
Eventitects
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Programming of events ranging from music to stage play's.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Overlooking the Designing of the posters for the event's.
- Managing on ground marketing & online marketing.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
- Optimized operational processes for cost savings, analyzing existing procedures and implementing improvements.
Artist Manager
High Spirits Cafe
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Monitored industry trends to identify potential opportunities for growth or collaboration within the market space.
- Maintained up-to-date records of artist contracts, schedules, and relevant documentation for efficient management and reporting purposes.
- Established strong rapport with both emerging and established talents, nurturing long-lasting professional connections.
- Worked closely with venue managers to ensure optimal logistics arrangements for artists during events.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for artists, ensuring seamless transitions from one engagement to another.
- Collaborated with talent agencies to secure high-quality artists for various events and performances.
- Negotiated favorable contracts and agreements on behalf of the venue, safeguarding their interests and financial wellbeing.
- Developed marketing materials to promote the venue, increasing their visibility in the industry.
Floor Manager
OITE
12.2012 - 12.2012
- Coordinated with stalls at the trade expo for stationary requirements and collection of cash, All the stall's in the exhibition.
- The event was for the comex exhibition at Oman international exhibition center in seeb which lasted for 3 days.
- Managed store inventory and stock levels to maintain availability of products.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Streamlined inventory management with accurate tracking and timely replenishment of stock.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Computer Science And Design
Vishwakarma Creative I College
India, Pune 03-2016
High School Diploma -
Indian School Wadi Kabir
Oman, Muscat03-2012
Skills
- Relationship building
- Negotiations
- Business development and planning
- Relationship building and management
- Marketing
- Operations
- Relation Development
- Team leadership
- Vendor management
- Event planning
- Marketing expertise
- Team building
Languages
English Fluent
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Personal Information
Title: Business Development
Education
India, Maharasthra, Pune,Muscat, Oman
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Three Lines Communication & Projects LLC
03.2020 - Current
Sales and Marketing Manager
Muscat International Building Materials Muscat, Muscat Governorate
10.2019 - 11.2022
General Manager
Cirkus Contemporary bar Pune, Maharashtra
03.2018 - 10.2019
Assistant manager/ Artist Manager, Head of programming
Elephant & Co
03.2017 - 01.2018
Customer Relations Manager
BlueFrog Pune Pune, Maharashtra
02.2016 - 12.2016
Events Programmer / Social Media Excecutive
Euriska Pune, Maharashtra
07.2015 - 01.2016
Buisness Development Manager
Eventitects
10.2014 - 03.2015
Artist Manager
High Spirits Cafe
02.2014 - 09.2014
Floor Manager
OITE
12.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Computer Science And Design
Vishwakarma Creative I College
High School Diploma -
Indian School Wadi Kabir
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