Motivated marketing professional with hands-on experience across FMCG and property marketing, spanning brand management, digital campaigns, and integrated communications. Currently part of the Marketing team at John Keells Properties, I bring a strong foundation in consumer-led strategy, content development, and cross-functional coordination, built through my experience working on leading FMCG and property brands. I am passionate about applying insight-driven and creative marketing approaches to build brand equity, engagement, and long-term value across diverse industries. I seek opportunities that challenge me, encourage continuous learning, and allow me to contribute meaningfully to premium, trusted brands while driving sustainable growth and innovation.

Ovandi Abhayawardhana

Motivated marketing professional with hands-on experience across FMCG and property marketing, spanning brand management, digital campaigns, and integrated communications. Currently part of the Marketing team at John Keells Properties, I bring a strong foundation in consumer-led strategy, content development, and cross-functional coordination, built through my experience working on leading FMCG and property brands. I am passionate about applying insight-driven and creative marketing approaches to build brand equity, engagement, and long-term value across diverse industries. I seek opportunities that challenge me, encourage continuous learning, and allow me to contribute meaningfully to premium, trusted brands while driving sustainable growth and innovation.

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Motivated marketing professional with hands-on experience across FMCG and property marketing, spanning brand management, digital campaigns, and integrated communications.

Currently part of the Marketing team at John Keells Properties, I bring a strong foundation in consumer-led strategy, content development, and cross-functional coordination, built through my experience working on leading FMCG and property brands. I am passionate about applying insight-driven and creative marketing approaches to build brand equity, engagement, and long-term value across diverse industries. I seek opportunities that challenge me, encourage continuous learning, and allow me to contribute meaningfully to premium, trusted brands while driving sustainable growth and innovation.

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Work Experience

Marketing Executive at John Keells Properties
December 1, 2025 - Present
Supported overall digital and brand operations and generated ad copy to activate campaigns; coordinated creative developments to drive brand campaigns.
Brand Assistant (Maggi Noodles) at Nestlé Lanka
June 1, 2025 - December 1, 2026
Supported digital and on-ground marketing campaigns across platforms such as TikTok, Meta, and YouTube. Coordinated monthly content calendars and worked closely with digital and creative agencies to ensure brand consistency. Assisted influencer collaborations, campaign productions, and content creation targeted at Gen Z audiences. Participated in consumer research initiatives. Contributed to new product development activities including concept testing, packaging, and launch support. Assisted with basic market and competitor analysis to support trade and activation planning. Coordinated with agencies, suppliers, and production teams for timely delivery of branding and POSM materials.
Marketing Intern at Nestlé Lanka (Maggi Noodles)
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Supported content creation, campaign execution, and TikTok initiatives. Assisted in recipe/product shoots, promos, videos, and POSM development.
Intern at George Steuart Health (Pvt) Ltd
August 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Trained across regulatory, business development, finance, imports, and manufacturing departments.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Monash University
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
Master of Business Management at Monash University
January 1, 2024 - December 15, 2025

Qualifications

HubSpot Digital Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
January 1, 2025 - December 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education