Overview
Work History
Education
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"Passions in Spare Time: Volunteering, Poetry, and Gardening"
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Renu Gihar

Houston,Texas

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Marketing Publisher Freelancer

Oil Gas News Publications & Oil-FieldDirectory.Com
08.2019 - Current


  • Created email marketing campaigns to boost lead nurturing and sales conversions.
  • Managed social media for heightened brand visibility and engagement.
  • Stayed current with industry trends and tools to deliver innovative solutions for client success. Oversaw affiliate marketing programs, generating extra revenue streams for clients' businesses.

Business Associate

Indrill Supply Texas
04.2018 - 08.2018
  • Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
  • Developed and executed strategic marketing campaigns, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer acquisition.


Executive Director

OilGas News Marine Publications Dubai
08.2013 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with leadership, managed finances and advertisements, ensured long-term sustainability.
  • Provided guidance to staff during transitions. Orchestrated global oil and gas exhibitions and media partnerships in Europe and the Middle East, overseeing timely online and print directory production and invoice reconciliation.


Business Development Manager

TRANS NET LLC (SHIPPING CO ) Dubai Cargo Village
04.2013 - 11.2013


  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Managed global PR and contracts, promoting company profiles online and at exhibitions worldwide across various industries including oil and gas, material handling, and perishable cargo. Identified and engaged new clients, facilitating meetings with key stakeholders.

Media Sales Representative

ARABIAN GULF COMMERCIAL PUBLICATIONS
03.2011 - 03.2013
  • Maintained detailed records of all sales transactions, tracking progress toward personal and team goals regularly.
  • Secured long-term contracts for advertising placements, resulting in consistent revenue growth.
  • Middle East Advertisement & Publishing: Media Partnership, Oil & Gas event arrangement, and conference management for Oil & Gas and Shipping Industries. Responsibilities include collecting payments, creating invoices, sales, and marketing. Sell advertisement space and event space, facilitate connections between buyers and suppliers, follow up for payments, and promote upcoming business directory.

Sales Consultant

PERALEGAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL (DBA)
04.2010 - 04.2011
  • Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
  • Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
  • Managed new client acquisition, invoicing, finance follow-up, and revenue generation through consulting sales. Led business networking conferences, promoting business growth. Actively participated in 160+ Business Councils worldwide, fostering extensive connections and partnerships.

HR & ADMIN MANAGER

GLOBAL GLASS SOLUTIONS- RAK INVESTMENT AUTHORITY
09.2009 - 09.2010


  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Conducted interviews for middle management, labor, and technical staff. Managed accommodation, transportation, visas, and medical needs for 500+ employees. Maintained attendance records. Oversaw all recruitment activities and managed advertisement across various platforms. Played a key role in hiring and firing decisions for factory staff.

Import Manager

COASTLINE GROUP OF COMPANIES - MALDIVES -MALE
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, fostering a collaborative environment for successful negotiations.
  • Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
  • Managed import operations from India and Pakistan for cement and sand, sourced electrical items from Australia and Schneider Electric globally. Negotiated product prices, maintained invoice records, and utilized Retail Pro software for product management in a retail environment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Pursuing Associates of Applied Science - Business

Lone Star Collage
LSC –CyFair Campus
09.2025

Master of Arts - Master of Social Work & Economics:

Agra University
Agra
04.2006

Skills

  • Digital Publishing Expertise
  • Content Strategy Development

Technical Qualifications:

  • Proficient in Excel, MS Word, Internet usage, Emailing, and Branding/Promotion for oil and gas exhibitions
  • Skilled in CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and holds a CIC (Certificate in Computer)
  • Languages: Expert in English, Hindi, and Urdu Basic proficiency in Arabic, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Tagalog

Whenever I have spare time, I enjoy volunteering for non-profit organizations, writing poetry, and g

Whenever I have spare time, I enjoy volunteering for non-profit organizations, writing poetry, and gardening, especially tending to plants and flowers.

"Passions in Spare Time: Volunteering, Poetry, and Gardening"

In my spare time, I volunteer for non-profits, write poetry, and garden, nurturing plants and flowers. I also have a deep affection for children and elderly individuals, whom I care for as I would my own parents, influenced by the cultural value of respecting elders.

Timeline

Digital Marketing Publisher Freelancer

Oil Gas News Publications & Oil-FieldDirectory.Com
08.2019 - Current

Business Associate

Indrill Supply Texas
04.2018 - 08.2018

Executive Director

OilGas News Marine Publications Dubai
08.2013 - 03.2018

Business Development Manager

TRANS NET LLC (SHIPPING CO ) Dubai Cargo Village
04.2013 - 11.2013

Media Sales Representative

ARABIAN GULF COMMERCIAL PUBLICATIONS
03.2011 - 03.2013

Sales Consultant

PERALEGAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL (DBA)
04.2010 - 04.2011

HR & ADMIN MANAGER

GLOBAL GLASS SOLUTIONS- RAK INVESTMENT AUTHORITY
09.2009 - 09.2010

Import Manager

COASTLINE GROUP OF COMPANIES - MALDIVES -MALE
01.2008 - 12.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Pursuing Associates of Applied Science - Business

Lone Star Collage

Master of Arts - Master of Social Work & Economics:

Agra University

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