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Business Management Consultant

Syngene International Limited

Crisis Management Operation Lead-Pandemic (Biocon Group of Companies)

Handled program management for risk and safety operations, managed cross-functional teams, and supported business development (grants, contracts). Led alliance management and ensured compliance during FDA, GLP, and GCP audits. Contributed to strategic planning, delivery optimization, and enterprise risk management.

AGM Workplace wellbeing Operation management & Strategy Support 

Freelance Service Provider

Developed and executed business strategies for the energy and food sectors, aligning private equity investments with market needs and regulatory requirements. Led strategic alliances and collaborations, fostering high-value partnerships to drive growth. Implemented Key Account Management (KAM) frameworks, ensuring customer-centric solutions and long-term value creation. Conducted market analysis, aligning investment strategies with client objectives while balancing profitability, risk management, and ethical business practices to drive sustainable growth

Business Strategy Consultant

George Washington University

Managed R&D and research programs, ensuring compliance and quality for the Human Subject Protection Program. Oversaw protocols, operational management, and regulatory adherence across lab design, biosecurity, and animal research.

Lab Safety Director

University of Virginia

Supported R&D in life sciences, aligning operational protocols with research needs. Managed facility compliance, critical contracts, and advanced imaging programs. Led cross-functional training, leveraging expertise in regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and project management.

Research and Development Project Manager

Frost & Sullivan

Directed market research and strategic analysis for pharmaceuticals, focusing on new entities, cytotoxic substances, and diagnostics. Developed business strategies and operations insights, aiding companies in navigating industry complexities.

University of Guelph

Led research on ProP's role in E. coli as an osmosensor, studying its impact on cellular adaptation and environmental response. Provided critical insights into protein function and membrane localization

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

University of Strathclyde

Screened MRSA strains and developed a bacterial phage detection system, ensuring product efficacy through meticulous research.

Doctoral Research Assistant

Led comprehensive study on Streptomycetes, focusing on growth, protein management, and cellular division; engineered genetic approaches.

Doctoral Fellow

Dr. Vinod Jyothikumar, Results-driven operations leader with a proven track record of transformative growth and setting new standards of excellence. Expertise includes C-suite management, alliance governance, and client relationship management within global life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, agrochemical, and chemical business environments.  Specialist in GxP, CRAMS, digital manufacturing, SMART factories, Industry 4.0, and ESG investing, consistently delivering impactful solutions, boosting profitability, and increasing customer satisfaction.  Strong Key Account Management skills, cultivating and expanding relationships with strategic clients.  Develops and implements Go-To-Market strategies that drive market penetration and revenue growth.  Strategic acumen, business development expertise, and effective communication enable translation of complex concepts into actionable strategies.  Passionate about fostering collaboration and driving projects to success, committed to sustainable and ethical practices.

Dr. Vinod Jyothikumar

Self employed

Corporate Communications Consultant at @Syngene International Limited since July 2018.

Self Employed

Nitesh Estates Ltd

Was associated with Nitesh Estates Ltd. for over 2 years, Nitesh Estates is  India's most recognized Luxury Real Estate Brand, developing state-of-the-art Homes, Hotels, Office Buildings and Shopping Malls.

Managed  corporate communication, advertising, brand building & PR and Market Research related activities and developing and executing strategy with the senior management and agencies. 
Panning and executing lead generation campaigns (print ads, billboards, etc.). as well as branding at different locations and projects in Bangalore & Pune. Improving prospect leads through online, BTL & ATL activities; increased sales funnel.
Created a new brand identity for the company and Orange Self Storage India. 
Handled digital marketing of Nitesh HUB, shopping mall and residential projects.
Planned and implemented online strategy and ensuring web site traffic growth.

Ensured delivery of consistent messages to the customers and channel partners; increased productivity of the agents. Enabled the company in winning accolades for the brand. Effectively maintained presence both in print and online; traffic increased substantially on social media.

General Manager Marketing

Spire Technologies & Solutions Private Limited

Spire Technologies & Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a contextual search and intelligence company, provides Contextual Search and Demand-Supply mapping solutions to leading organizations across industries. A Contextual Intelligence is a platform that searches, understands, comprehends and interprets data 'contextually' and deduces analytics to give insights for businesses. 

Associated for over one year with Spire Technologies & Solution, a start-up organization and handled the responsibility of setting up marketing operations. Implemented marketing initiatives, campaigns and strategies to promote services and brand to potential customers. Successfully built the brand ‘Spire’. Developed and launched the company website, prepared & executed communication strategy and ensured substantial funding.

Vice President Marketing Communications

Marketing & Communication

Marketing & Communications Consultant. Current projects include one with an International School, Marketing Consultancy with a Technology Company and Enable India a NGO. Three different, but equally challenging projects.

Consultant - Marketing, PR & Communications

Thomson Reuters

Career Growth
Feb 2010 – Jun 2013	Head Communications, India
Apr 2008 – Feb 2010	Senior Manager – Corporate Communication

Thomson Financial was an arm of information provider Thomson Corporation. Thomson Financial merged with Reuters and formed the Markets Division of Thomson Reuters.

Joined as Sr. Manager - Corporate Communication with Thomson Financial and moved to Thomson Reuters post merger of Thomson Corporation in Apr 2008. Managed corporate communications and brand building activities and arranged external events & media meets. Functioned as a strategic communications partner and aligned communication strategy with overall strategy. 
Updated stakeholders on brand change communications, post Thomson’s acquisition of Reuters. Worked as a core team member in executing various projects. Worked with PR team (APAC, UK ad US) to ensure consistency in messaging. 
India representative on the APAC region of the APAC Diversity council with members from China, Philippines, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and India. Member of the Asia Diversity Council; Chairperson of the Bangalore chapter of the Diversity Council. Member of the Global Advisory Council and Enquiry Committee. Advised the leadership team on their communications needs.
Supported Women’s network and Incident management team in APAC. Managed corporate social responsibility (CSR) and handled employee engagement activities.

Promoted as Head Communications, supported India market and Operations Centers in India and overseas locations (Buenos Aires, Costa Rica, Gdynia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, China). Developed & implemented communications strategy and ensured smooth transitioning of projects. Worked with PR & Marketing teams and implemented change management initiatives.

Head Communications, India

Thomson Financial

Sr.Manager Corporate Communication

AOL - America Online

Associated for 2 years with AOL Online India, a subsidiary of AOL, Inc., operating as an in-bound service center and offering real time support and customer acquisition services for AOL members.

Managed corporate communications and brand building activities for the call center. Maintained relationship with internal & external stakeholders, ensured effective positioning of AOL externally and enhanced company image.
Worked with the human resource teams on recruitment campaigns. Collaborated with the global teams to execute local campaigns. Worked with the managers at various call centers in the US, Philippines and India.
Functioned as a member of the Standards of Business Conduct Committee, governing AOL India. Acted as a core committee team member, engaged in driving Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) activities in India.

Manager Communications

Kennametal

Associated for one year with Kennametal India Ltd., a global leader in the design and manufacture of engineered components, advanced materials and cutting tools.

Managed the entire brand building and public relations including print communications activities. Closed strategic tie-ups with various media and ensured company participation in exhibitions. Handled marketing activities for three businesses in the India market. Interacted with US and German counterparts, shared best practices and implemented communication, to maintain consistency.

Head Of Marketing Communications

BPL Limited

Joined as Manager Publicity and left as DGM Marketing.

Associated for over 7 years with BPL, a leading manufacturer of home appliances, entertainment, and consumer products. 
Joined as Manager – Publicity and handled launch, market research and communication of BPL frost-free refrigerators in India. Managed marketing and communication of the product for 5 years; BPL became market leaders and sustained their leadership. 
Rose through positions to be Deputy General Manager. Worked as a part of the Corporate Communication and Brand Management team, handled responsibility of the BPL corporate brand and headed marketing services for all product categories in BPL, with focus on the consumer durable products and home appliances. Managed advertising, brand building, direct marketing, merchandising, promotional communications and database management. Arranged dealer meets & events and ensured company participation in trade fairs & exhibitions.

DGM Marketing Communication

MAA Communications.Ltd

Joined as Senior Account Executive and rose to Account Supervisor.

Marketing Advertising Associates (MAA) Bozell Advertising is a joint venture between the MAA Group and Bozell Worldwide, a Bangalore-based creative advertising agency that offers a suite of integrated communication solutions; currently known as MAA Communications.

Associated for  6 years with MAA Bozell Advertising, handled client servicing, developing and implementing plans for key clients including ABB, TTK, Kirloskar Electric, Hindustan Motors and Hindustan Levers. Worked with Odyssey, the production house of the agency. Involved in the production of TV serials and commercials.

Sr.Account Executive

Dynamic and result oriented marketing, pre-sales and communications professional with 34+ years of extensive experience in diverse domains including Marketing & Advertising, Consumer Electronics Manufacturing, Mass Media, BPO, IT, Financial Services and Real Estates. Proven credentials in working across boundaries and cross-functional teams. 

Effectively collaborated with overseas teams (US, UK and APAC), developing and executing marketing strategy, corporate communication strategy as well as strategy for marketing varied products and services. Skilled in interfacing with CxO level executives and advising senior management on their communication needs. Effective in handling brand ambassadors and working with celebrities, celebrity managers and agencies. Demonstrated exposure in steering pre-sales activities, managing communication during merger & acquisition and implementing initiatives to ensure process improvement. A team leader and player and strong advocate of diversity, executing CSR programs, training differently abled individuals to join and contribute to the success of an organization.

Specialties: Marketing Communications, Corporate Communication, Public Relations, Media Relations, Brand Building, Marketing Strategy, Communication Strategy, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Internal & External Communications, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Message Development, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Market Research



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