Aravinda Juvviguntla
Folsom,CA
Summary
Goal-driven strategic leader and decisive business professional brings track record of success in start-up company. Outstanding background managing multiple products from ideation to market launch and profitable monetization. Strong entrepreneurial spirit, open mind, and willingness to take on new challenges that require patience and perseverance. Innovative founder with background in launching successful startups across diverse sectors. Demonstrated strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving. Notable for creating significant impact in previous work through innovative product development and business growth strategies. Skilled at fostering partnerships, securing funding, and driving operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder and CEO
Taiga Scout
India, TELANGANA
07.2020 - Current
- Analyzed consumer trends data to inform product offerings and services.
- Built relationships with key stakeholders in industry associations to promote brand visibility.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
- Developed strategic initiatives to increase market share and revenue growth.
- Implemented process changes aimed at increasing efficiency while reducing costs.
- Established policies and procedures for efficient workflow management.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing processes to identify areas of improvement.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
- Created and managed the company's financial budgeting, forecasting, and reporting systems.
- Managed day-to-day activities across multiple departments within the organization.
- Organized events such as webinars, conferences, trade shows or other promotional activities.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding products or services.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for optimal pricing structure.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Identified potential partnerships to expand the reach of the business.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure quality standards were maintained.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential application in the organization's processes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, best practices and industry developments.
- Conducted ongoing competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
- Negotiated and closed deals with suppliers, clients, and other key stakeholders to optimize operational efficiency.
- Fostered a positive company culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to guide the startup from conception to operational success.
- Implemented customer feedback loops to gather insights and improve product and service offerings continually.
- Implemented scalable processes and systems to support business operations and facilitate efficient growth.
- Conferred with staff, board members and officials to coordinate activities, resolve problems and discuss issues.
- Monitored and analyzed performance metrics to inform strategic pivots and drive continuous improvement.
- Developed and executed strategies for scaling the business domestically and internationally.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
- Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging industry trends.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Hired, trained and mentored sales and marketing staff dedicated to employing Google AdWords, Google Analytics, and other SEO techniques and metrics sources.
Agile Consultant
Jocata
HYDERABAD, TELANGANA
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
IT Sales Consultant
Rnxt
Minnetonka, MN
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Generated daily reports on sales activities for management review.
- Analyzed customer needs and preferences to recommend appropriate products.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to increase sales revenue.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking, and referrals.
- Recommended process improvements that could enhance sales performance.
- Performed cold calls to prospective customers to introduce company offerings.
- Advised customers on best practices when using company products or services.
- Identified areas of improvement within existing processes and procedures.
- Created customized presentations for potential customers based on their requirements.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing follow-up support after purchases.
- Participated in regular training sessions on new products, services, and industry trends.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.
- Provided detailed product information to customers, including features, prices, and availability.
- Assisted in developing sales strategies and setting targets for different accounts.
- Analyzed customer needs and identified solutions to meet their requirements.
- Established long-term relationships with key contacts at client companies.
- Collaborated with marketing team to design promotional materials for campaigns.
- Monitored competitor activity and pricing strategies to adjust accordingly.
- Cultivated productive relationships with existing customers through exceptional follow-up after sales.
- Increased revenue by skillfully upselling and closing customer sales and driving product benefits around client needs.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Landed new customer accounts through consistent combination of perseverance, dedicated cold calling, and exceptional service.
- Boosted client satisfaction ratings by offering proactive resolution ideas while driving actionable responses to questions, concerns or challenges.
- Demonstrated products in effort to show potential buyers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Generated sales across complete sales cycle process from prospecting through contract negotiations and closings.
- Priced out products for customers and drew up sales paperwork.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
- Greeted incoming customers and provided expert sales and service to drive revenue.
- Listened to customers to understand needs and refer to optimal services.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
- Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients to increase sales revenue.
- Prepared and delivered appropriate presentations on products and services.
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluated customer needs actively.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listened to their wishes and concerns.
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
IT Sales Consultant
Kairos Technologies Inc
HYDERABAD, TELANGANA
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Generated daily reports on sales activities for management review.
- Analyzed customer needs and preferences to recommend appropriate products.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to increase sales revenue.
- Monitored competitor activity and pricing strategies to adjust accordingly.
- Collaborated with marketing team to design promotional materials for campaigns.
- Established long-term relationships with key contacts at client companies.
- Analyzed customer needs and identified solutions to meet their requirements.
- Assisted in developing sales strategies and setting targets for different accounts.
- Provided detailed product information to customers, including features, prices, and availability.
IT Consultant
Cigniti Consulting
Irving , TX
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Developed project plans and maintained timelines to ensure successful completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Managed multiple ongoing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines effectively.
- Collaborated with stakeholders from different departments to identify areas where IT solutions can be used for process improvements.
- Documented processes related to IT services provided by the company.
- Conducted user training sessions to ensure that all users were able to use new technology efficiently.
- Conducted client needs assessments, developing budgets and determining cost estimates based upon this information.
- Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
- Analyzed workflows and established priorities for daily operations.
- Reviewed and approved project plans prior to implementation.
- Provided company users with tech support for IT problems and account maintenance.
- Met with stakeholders to collaborate and resolve problems.
- Met with users, vendors and technicians to determine computing requirements.
- Maintained knowledge of advances in information technology systems and applications.
Education
Master of Science -
Robert Morris University
Coraopolis, PA12-2006
MBA - Business Administration And Management
West London College
London08-2004
Bachelor - Commerce, Marketing And Computer Science
St. Francis College For Women
Hyderabad, India04-2002
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Acquisition
- Operations Management
- Contract Management
- Succession Planning
- Organizational Structuring
- Consulting
- Marketing
- Business Administration
- Trends Analysis
- Negotiation
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Process Improvements
- Board Reporting
- Project Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Market Knowledge
- Strategic Vision
- Business Development
- Team Engagement
- Client Engagement
- Revenue Generation
Accomplishments
- won multiple medals and cups in sports during my school and college years
- won awards for creative designs and portfolio for line collection in fashion
Languages
English
Professional
French
Elementary
Hindi
Professional
Telugu
Professional
Bengali
Limited
Affiliations
- actively involved in sports like basket ball, table tennis, and a keen passion for learning new outdoor sports
Certification
- Agile certified
- Fashion Designing Certified
Timeline
Founder and CEO
Taiga Scout
07.2020 - Current
Agile Consultant
Jocata
02.2019 - 07.2020
IT Sales Consultant
Rnxt
08.2017 - 12.2018
IT Sales Consultant
Kairos Technologies Inc
06.2014 - 12.2016
IT Consultant
Cigniti Consulting
01.2007 - 12.2013
Master of Science -
Robert Morris University
MBA - Business Administration And Management
West London College
Bachelor - Commerce, Marketing And Computer Science
St. Francis College For Women