Headline

e4m PR & Corp Comm's 40Under40 (2021), Indiatelevision.com's The Trailblazer - PRCA Under 40 (2022), Adgully's Women Disruptors Awards 2021 and 2020

About

Corporate Communications and Public Relations Consultant with over 15 years of experience shaping brand reputation, narrative strategy, and market presence across startups and established organizations. I work closely with founders, leadership teams, and high-growth companies to design and deliver strategic communications — spanning PR and media relations, thought leadership, spokesperson training, and social media marketing. Recognized for a hands-on, relationship-driven approach, I translate complex ideas into clear, credible stories that build trust, visibility, and long-term brand value. Driven by curiosity, continuous learning, and a passion for turning ideas into communication that truly moves the needle.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

claude

openai

perplexity

Work experience

Corporate Communications Specialist at Corporate Communications Consultant, Feb 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 8 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, With over 14 years of experience in Corporate Communications, PR, and Marketing Communications, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse array of clients and companies, including Delhivery Infosys, Capillary Technologies, Teabox, and Lazy Gardener. As a PR and Marketing Consultant, I have collaborated with various startups and individuals on PR, social media marketing, influencer marketing, and branding. Notable brands I've worked with include IndiQube, Startek, Plane. Betterhalf.ai, Chai Chun, BambooBox, Unlock Impact, and many others.

Director Corporate Communications at Delhivery, Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 · 6 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Manager - Corporate Communications at Lazy Gardener, Jul 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, My role encompasses a comprehensive range of communications responsibilities, including strategy development, spokesperson coaching, thought leadership, awards and recognition, social media marketing, content strategy, and influencer marketing, all aimed at bolstering the Lazy Gardener brand. Additionally, I manage brand celebrities and oversee consumer and lifestyle events nationwide. As a key member of the Corporate Communications team, I ensure that the company's message is effectively disseminated through various channels, including mainstream media, radio, influencers, and social media.

Marketing Manager at Teabox, Jul 2015 - Feb 2018 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Greater Bengaluru Area, Corporate Communication Developing and driving the regional and Global PR strategy for Teabox that ties to overall business strategy Communicated company’s noble mission, values and social responsibility. Creating interesting stories based on real data to get into consumer, tech, and business outlets Identified and promoted internal and external communication opportunities to support communication methods. Collaborating with the other teams to help execute events that support press initiatives Champion stories that are share worthy and communicate key messages to stakeholders through appropriate channels Creating content for thought leadership articles, editorials, press releases etc Strategising and implementing event participation at relevant conferences and events Engaging with the influencer community to help build the brand in the country

Media & Analyst Relations Manager at Capillary Technologies, Apr 2013 - Jul 2015 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Bangalore, Media Relations * Responsible for media relations across Asia Pacific, Middle East and EU * Lead the press relations initiatives and maintain a strong visibility for Capillary in media across geographies * Develop & maintain relations with journalists across the globe and ensure continuous news and editorial coverage * Map media opportunities with the internal thoughtleadeship engine and convert to coverage * Compose and disseminate Press Releases on a regular basis to ensure strong brand recall and positive mindshare * Report on PR Plan execution to management Analyst Relations * Responsible for developing and executing analyst programs/briefing about product, technology and business * Coordination with industry analysts and position Capillary as a thought leader in the Intelligent Retailing space * Managing dialogues between clients and analysts/media for success stories and obtain leadership positions/positive ratings/mentions across the market * Responsible for program success, reporting and coordination with internal teams Customer Marketing * Co-ordinate with the content development team to create customer related assets like testimonials and press releases * Internal and external project management for Customer podiums, press releases and case studies

Education

MA, Mass Communication and Journalism, Savitribai Phule Pune University

PGD, Broadcasting and Journalism, Savitribai Phule Pune University