Archana Venugopal
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Outsourcing Fundamentals
LinkedInMay, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Topsdraw
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United Arab Emirates
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Internet Marketplace Platforms
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder
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Sep 2021 - Present
Topsdraw is a data-driven marketplace for professional service agencies. With its unique research methodolgy, Topsdraw streamlines the process of outsourcing business functions, connecting businesses with their best-fit agencies. Topsdraw is a data-driven marketplace for professional service agencies. With its unique research methodolgy, Topsdraw streamlines the process of outsourcing business functions, connecting businesses with their best-fit agencies.
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AmeyLife
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Trivandrum, Kerala, India
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Principal Consultant
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Apr 2020 - Apr 2022
Serves as business consultant for the start up mHealth application and oversees the product management. Takes the role of product owner by defining the product scope and user stories after in depth analysis of medical implications, technological possibilities and target customer pain points. Floated project idea among stakeholders, conducted SWOT analysis and market research. Procured medical, compliance and business development teams for the execution of the project in tune with the… Show more Serves as business consultant for the start up mHealth application and oversees the product management. Takes the role of product owner by defining the product scope and user stories after in depth analysis of medical implications, technological possibilities and target customer pain points. Floated project idea among stakeholders, conducted SWOT analysis and market research. Procured medical, compliance and business development teams for the execution of the project in tune with the company goals and objectives. Worked with the design team for the development of branding and advertising materials. Drafted all project documents and presentations including investor pitch deck and bank proposals. Organised budget allocation of the project in collaboration with the management. Coordinates sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand ups. Facilitates internal communication and effective collaboration. Resolves conflicts and removes obstacles. Guides the teams to higher scrum maturity. Meet investors and other stake holders on behalf of the company to procure resources for roll out of the project. Show less Serves as business consultant for the start up mHealth application and oversees the product management. Takes the role of product owner by defining the product scope and user stories after in depth analysis of medical implications, technological possibilities and target customer pain points. Floated project idea among stakeholders, conducted SWOT analysis and market research. Procured medical, compliance and business development teams for the execution of the project in tune with the… Show more Serves as business consultant for the start up mHealth application and oversees the product management. Takes the role of product owner by defining the product scope and user stories after in depth analysis of medical implications, technological possibilities and target customer pain points. Floated project idea among stakeholders, conducted SWOT analysis and market research. Procured medical, compliance and business development teams for the execution of the project in tune with the company goals and objectives. Worked with the design team for the development of branding and advertising materials. Drafted all project documents and presentations including investor pitch deck and bank proposals. Organised budget allocation of the project in collaboration with the management. Coordinates sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand ups. Facilitates internal communication and effective collaboration. Resolves conflicts and removes obstacles. Guides the teams to higher scrum maturity. Meet investors and other stake holders on behalf of the company to procure resources for roll out of the project. Show less
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Vandrum Sports Private Limited
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Trivandrum, Kerala, India
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Operations Manager
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Jan 2019 - Sep 2019
Spearheaded training, social engagements and corporate wellness projects organised by the facility www.thesportshub.in by facilitating seamless coordination of the teams and ensuring optimal integration. Conducted interviews and facilitated integration of the recruitment processes with the finance, operations and other teams. Formulated and implemented induction training programs. Implemented and administered the employee management and reporting systems. Held daily stand up… Show more Spearheaded training, social engagements and corporate wellness projects organised by the facility www.thesportshub.in by facilitating seamless coordination of the teams and ensuring optimal integration. Conducted interviews and facilitated integration of the recruitment processes with the finance, operations and other teams. Formulated and implemented induction training programs. Implemented and administered the employee management and reporting systems. Held daily stand up meetings and weekly operations meetings with front office, marketing, client relations, event and coaching teams to ensure that activities remained on track and stayed within budget. Ensured standard operating procedures are exercised to ensure delivery of operational excellence. Worked with the business development team by defining project specific media plan and liaised with promotions and advertising associates and prospective sponsors. Identified vectors of risk and flaws and developed reports for risk and system management. Processed post project summaries, invoices and critiqued execution of projects for general client service satisfaction and performance enhancement. Show less Spearheaded training, social engagements and corporate wellness projects organised by the facility www.thesportshub.in by facilitating seamless coordination of the teams and ensuring optimal integration. Conducted interviews and facilitated integration of the recruitment processes with the finance, operations and other teams. Formulated and implemented induction training programs. Implemented and administered the employee management and reporting systems. Held daily stand up… Show more Spearheaded training, social engagements and corporate wellness projects organised by the facility www.thesportshub.in by facilitating seamless coordination of the teams and ensuring optimal integration. Conducted interviews and facilitated integration of the recruitment processes with the finance, operations and other teams. Formulated and implemented induction training programs. Implemented and administered the employee management and reporting systems. Held daily stand up meetings and weekly operations meetings with front office, marketing, client relations, event and coaching teams to ensure that activities remained on track and stayed within budget. Ensured standard operating procedures are exercised to ensure delivery of operational excellence. Worked with the business development team by defining project specific media plan and liaised with promotions and advertising associates and prospective sponsors. Identified vectors of risk and flaws and developed reports for risk and system management. Processed post project summaries, invoices and critiqued execution of projects for general client service satisfaction and performance enhancement. Show less
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Tomato Events
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Trivandrum, Kerala, India
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Product Manager
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Jul 2013 - Dec 2018
Provided business and technical direction and defined operational methodology to teams engaged in formulation and execution of events, project consulting and marketing solutions. Managed client accounts on independent projects pertaining to a range of domains including hospitality, healthcare, fashion and entertainment. Involved in coordination, logistics planning, sponsor procurement and formulation of media plan in the execution of corporate conferences, stage shows, award night and… Show more Provided business and technical direction and defined operational methodology to teams engaged in formulation and execution of events, project consulting and marketing solutions. Managed client accounts on independent projects pertaining to a range of domains including hospitality, healthcare, fashion and entertainment. Involved in coordination, logistics planning, sponsor procurement and formulation of media plan in the execution of corporate conferences, stage shows, award night and internationally and nationally recognized talk shows like TedX and Kanthari. Strategized and positioned IP events and projects within the values, goals and constraints of the organisation. Ensured project delivery timelines were met and projects stayed within plans and budget. Built a sound network with retail clients across the region. Processed post project summaries, invoices and critiqued execution of projects for general client service satisfaction and performance enhancement. Show less Provided business and technical direction and defined operational methodology to teams engaged in formulation and execution of events, project consulting and marketing solutions. Managed client accounts on independent projects pertaining to a range of domains including hospitality, healthcare, fashion and entertainment. Involved in coordination, logistics planning, sponsor procurement and formulation of media plan in the execution of corporate conferences, stage shows, award night and… Show more Provided business and technical direction and defined operational methodology to teams engaged in formulation and execution of events, project consulting and marketing solutions. Managed client accounts on independent projects pertaining to a range of domains including hospitality, healthcare, fashion and entertainment. Involved in coordination, logistics planning, sponsor procurement and formulation of media plan in the execution of corporate conferences, stage shows, award night and internationally and nationally recognized talk shows like TedX and Kanthari. Strategized and positioned IP events and projects within the values, goals and constraints of the organisation. Ensured project delivery timelines were met and projects stayed within plans and budget. Built a sound network with retail clients across the region. Processed post project summaries, invoices and critiqued execution of projects for general client service satisfaction and performance enhancement. Show less
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Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services
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Bahamas
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Business Consultant
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Mar 2010 - Dec 2010
Worked with the Transaction Advisory Services and performed financial modelling. Was part of the Advisory Services in providing business risk consulting to clients across GCC. Worked with GCC clients for their research and analytical requirements predominantly in the area of risks and controls. Worked with the Transaction Advisory Services and performed financial modelling. Was part of the Advisory Services in providing business risk consulting to clients across GCC. Worked with GCC clients for their research and analytical requirements predominantly in the area of risks and controls.
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Education
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2020 - 2021
MICA | The School of Ideas
Post Graduate Certification, Advertising Management and Public Relations -
2008 - 2010
Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India, Tripura
Postgraduate Diploma, Business Administration and Management, General -
2003 - 2006
Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General -
2003 - 2006
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CA - Intermediate, Accounting and Finance
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