– Led XLRI Chess Team to win IIM–XLRI–IIT Cup for 1st time, in 2009

XLRI – Xavier School of Management

Chess Captain

Sports Management

Leadership

Strategy

Time Management

Communication Skills

Casual Work - Chess Captain

Jamshedpur

Master of Business Administration MBA

– Designed 'Fanta Dance Challenge' consumer engagement program based on qualitative research conducted using consumer focus groups

Coca-Cola Inc.

Summer Intern – Marketing (Fixed term)

Winner of Victoria’s 2nd largest university innovation hackathon. Results-oriented marketing professional currently studying for Master of Business Analytics with a prior MBA in Marketing. Work experience in Marketing and Communications, demonstrating exceptional building of brand equity, marketing strategy, and social media campaigns. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective integrated marketing communications. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, analytical skills and leadership. Currently interning in higher education sector and volunteering in retail sector. Eager to further build a career in Marketing.

– Leading change and engagement with staff on sustainability initiatives

Deakin University

Green Impact Guardian – Intern

– Managing sales, customer service, pricing, inventory and cash register

Australian Red Cross

Retail Shop Assistant – Volunteer, Red Cross Shop

Burwood

Master of Business Analytics

– Won 1st prize for ‘ZeroPlastic’ – innovative agricultural plastic recycling and reuse service
– Awarded individually as Best Participant over 3-day event

Winner – 1st Prize and Best Participant

SPARK Deakin Innovation Hackathon 2019

– Accepted into competitive and immersive one-day workshop experience to broaden capabilities in marketing analytics, consulting and cybersecurity

PwC Australia

Tech and Insight Academy 2019

– Delegate of Germany in Model UN on ‘Sustainable Cities & Communities’
– Delegate of Chad in Model UN on ‘Climate Action’

United Nations Association of Australia - Young Professionals 

Delegate in Model United Nations (MUN) Conferences

– Led brand strategy, social media communications and advertising
– Implemented Customer Relationship Management system effectively
– Represented Kores at Corporate Communication Summit 2018, Mumbai
– Recognised by CEO for exceptional marketing campaigns for Kool Clay brand, which delivered 15% growth on sales of A$500,000

Kores India Limited

Manager – Marketing and Sales (Fixed term)

– Designed marketing communication initiatives and loyalty programs
– Evaluated and selected top 15 Strategic Distributor Partners
– Commended by Chairman for low sugar 7Up launch, A$400,000 brand

PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd.

Manager – Marketing and Sales Development

– Spearheaded TV, digital and social media campaigns for flagship brand
– Led corporate marketing and sales for top 10 clients worth A$100,000
– Organised 1st Aspiring Minds Round Table Conference in Mumbai
– Promoted to Manager – Corporate Marketing in April 2014

Aspiring Minds Assessment Pvt. Ltd.

Manager – Corporate Marketing and Sales

– Initiated shopper-based design planograms in top and mid-tier stores
– Started regional Joint Business Plans with national retail chains
– Won ‘Top New Hire’ award for brilliant customer service and execution

Kevin Dsilva / Casual Work - Chess Captain

Chess Captain

XLRI – Xavier School of Management

Progress

Skills