I am an experienced communications professional with 15+ years in journalism, stakeholder engagement, and strategic content delivery across the UK, Middle East, and India. I craft compelling narratives, lead internal and external communications, and support organisational transformation through content, campaigns, and events. I have a track record of fostering culture, supporting business change, and enhancing public engagement across B2B, technology, and government-adjacent sectors, working with clients, journalists, sponsors, and experts to deliver impactful campaigns.

Jalaja Ramanunni

I am an experienced communications professional with 15+ years in journalism, stakeholder engagement, and strategic content delivery across the UK, Middle East, and India. I craft compelling narratives, lead internal and external communications, and support organisational transformation through content, campaigns, and events. I have a track record of fostering culture, supporting business change, and enhancing public engagement across B2B, technology, and government-adjacent sectors, working with clients, journalists, sponsors, and experts to deliver impactful campaigns.

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I am an experienced communications professional with 15+ years in journalism, stakeholder engagement, and strategic content delivery across the UK, Middle East, and India. I craft compelling narratives, lead internal and external communications, and support organisational transformation through content, campaigns, and events.

I have a track record of fostering culture, supporting business change, and enhancing public engagement across B2B, technology, and government-adjacent sectors, working with clients, journalists, sponsors, and experts to deliver impactful campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance B2B Content Strategist | Business Journalist at Freelance / Independent
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced B2B conference content and multi-track agendas in tech, AI, climate, and leadership. Delivered business reports for The National, Entrepreneur, and Time Out on cybersecurity, AI, climate tech, fintech, and entertainment. Drafted research decks and proposals to support sponsorship, client outreach, and campaign ideation. Created marketing content including emailers, wrap-up reports, video scripts, and social posts. Notable projects included Dubai Lynx 2023 (curated CMO panels for LEGO, Saudi Tourism, Volkswagen) with high satisfaction, and GITEX Global (editorial content and multi-track coordination).
Senior Reporter & Conference Producer at Campaign Middle East
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Authored the Tech Talks column focusing on innovation and AI in the business world. Collaborated with events, marketing, and editorial teams to align content and engagement strategies. Moderated panels and built engagement frameworks for in-person events. Strengthened engagement via newsletters and collaborations.
Content Lead (PR & Content Strategy) at Change Agents
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Client-facing role – Built integrated content strategies for tech clients (Commvault, Microfocus and SUSE). Developed and executed content journeys aligned with business change and client messaging. Acted as trusted advisor to stakeholders and led content development from pitch to delivery.
Senior Correspondent at Dataquest (CyberMedia)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Oversaw B2B IT content, conference reporting, and editorial projects. Managed expert speaker engagement and built thematic roundtables. Collaborated with event teams for editorial-commercial integration.
Business Correspondent at Electronics For You Group
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Produced features on electronics, Linux, embedded systems, and IoT innovation. Handled expert outreach and panel execution for B2B events and roundtables.
Correspondent & Copywriter at DNA – Daily News & Analysis
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Part of the team that launched the national daily’s Bangalore edition. Covered civic issues, features, entertainment and health.

Education

MA in Audio Visual Communication at Makhanlal Chaturvedi University (MCRPV)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government, Software & Internet, Education