Vaibhav Shah

Account Director , Public Relation Agency

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

I am an experienced sales and marketing professional with over 18 years of experience in the industry. I want to leverage my expertise in sustainable development, as shown by my pursuit of a certificate in social entrepreneurship and sustainability. I have also completed the ESG program at the Director's Institute.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban
  • Communications, IT, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
  • Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
  • Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
  • Private Sector, Corporate Social Responsibility
Professional Experience:

I am a seasoned marketing professional with a postgraduate degree in marketing and over 18 years of extensive experience in the field.

I possess expertise in both concept selling and space selling within retail and institutional contexts. I have successfully managed events in retail media and secured sponsorships for various events at a hypermarket.

In my role overseeing trade marketing for a prominent FMCG company in South India, I enhanced the effectiveness of their Merchandising and Events department within the region. Furthermore, I have developed targeted sales campaigns for FMCG products aimed at rural areas and tier III towns.

As an account director for a communication agency, I established and executed strategic plans for clients in diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, cybersecurity, chemicals, and IT-enabled services (ITES).

Education:

I pursued a certificate program in "Addressing the Bottom of the Pyramid: Fostering through Social Entrepreneurship/Social Business" at the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, an initiative supported by the Ministry of External Affairs and recognised by the Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation. This program deepened my understanding of the significant role social entrepreneurship plays in addressing societal challenges and promoting sustainable development at the grassroots level.

Additionally, I completed the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) program at the Director's Institute, where I gained insights into responsible business practices and the integration of sustainability into corporate strategy. I firmly believe in the principles of hard work, integrity, and wabi-sabi—embracing imperfection and transience—which guide my professional growth and the development of my team.

My academic background includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM) with a focus on Marketing and Finance from the Indian Business Academy, where I studied from 2002 to 2004, equipping me with essential skills in both strategic marketing and financial management. Prior to that, I earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) in Business Management from Gujarat University, where I completed my degree from 1999 to 2002.

I also hold a diploma certificate in International Business Administration, Management, and Technology from the Indian Institute of Management, which I completed in 2000. This program provided me with a solid foundation in global business practices and management principles. Finally, I completed my secondary education with a XII from the Gujarat State Education Board in Anand in 1999, laying the groundwork for my future academic pursuits.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

15-20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Hindi, Gujarati

Nationality:

Indian

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