Hi, I’m Akshay Shelke, a marketing and brand development specialist focused on lead generation, CRM automation, and content-driven brand growth for B2B tech and fashion-tech companies. I blend strategic planning with hands-on execution, collaborating with global teams to grow reach and revenue across LinkedIn, Instagram, and beyond. I thrive on turning data into creative, measurable results and enjoy shaping brand narratives that resonate across markets.

Akshay Shelke

Hi, I’m Akshay Shelke, a marketing and brand development specialist focused on lead generation, CRM automation, and content-driven brand growth for B2B tech and fashion-tech companies. I blend strategic planning with hands-on execution, collaborating with global teams to grow reach and revenue across LinkedIn, Instagram, and beyond. I thrive on turning data into creative, measurable results and enjoy shaping brand narratives that resonate across markets.

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Hi, I’m Akshay Shelke, a marketing and brand development specialist focused on lead generation, CRM automation, and content-driven brand growth for B2B tech and fashion-tech companies.

I blend strategic planning with hands-on execution, collaborating with global teams to grow reach and revenue across LinkedIn, Instagram, and beyond. I thrive on turning data into creative, measurable results and enjoy shaping brand narratives that resonate across markets.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Manager at Kleidrobe
February 1, 2025 - Present
Created and managed over 30 multi-platform content pieces, increasing engagement by 45% and boosting overall brand visibility. Defined brand voice and messaging to ensure consistency across landing pages, sales assets, and internal decks. Rewrote website copy and calls-to-action to improve clarity, which enhanced SEO performance and reduced bounce rate by 10%. Acted as the on-screen face of the brand in reels and public campaigns, and co-led presence at Berlin Fashion Week to elevate industry reach.
Working Student Global Team at Master Builders Solutions
November 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Supported LinkedIn and Google Ads campaigns, increasing impressions by 25% through targeted optimization. Managed multilingual web content and press releases, boosting organic traffic and branded search visibility. Optimized CRM workflows in HubSpot improving campaign tracking and pipeline accuracy. Coordinated internal global events and contributed to brand guideline updates and regional market research.
Sales and Marketing Intern at The Social Responsibility Game
November 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Initiated cold outreach to NGOs and universities, growing the partnership base by 30% for awareness campaigns. Designed campaign visuals and social copy using Canva for Instagram and email, leading to a 20% increase in engagement. Contributed to onboarding decks and pitch materials for new partners and sponsors. Tracked campaign performance and feedback, delivering insights to improve future outreach strategies.
Freelance Marketing Consultant at Start2Fix GmbH
February 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025
Proactively supported early-stage startups through freelance projects driving organic marketing growth across diverse industries. Led end-to-end marketing strategy and campaign execution, ensuring operational efficiency and cross-functional alignment.
Freelance Marketing & Digital Operations at Start2Fix GmbH
February 28, 2025 - February 28, 2025
Proactively supported early-stage startups through freelance projects, driving organic marketing growth across diverse industries.
Marketing & Digital Operations Lead at Eva Watches
January 1, 2024 - October 30, 2025
Currently leading website development and digital operations, overseeing project management, cross-team coordination, vendor communication, and outsourcing workflows to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Student Global Team Member at Master Builders Solutions
November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Supported LinkedIn and Google Ads, increased impressions by 25% through targeted campaign optimization. Managed multilingual web content and press releases; coordinated internal global events and contributed to brand guideline updates and regional market research.
Sales & Marketing Intern at The Social Responsibility Game
November 30, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Initiated cold outreach to NGOs and universities, growing the partnership base by 30% for awareness campaigns. Designed campaign visuals and social copy in Canva for Instagram and email, leading to a 20% increase in engagement.
Marketing Specialist at Kleidrobe
February 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Created and managed 30+ multi-platform content pieces; defined brand voice and messaging; rewrote website copy and CTAs to enhance clarity and SEO performance.
Freelance Marketing & Growth Consultant at Start2Fix GmbH
February 28, 2025 - February 28, 2025
Proactively supported early-stage startups through freelance projects, driving organic marketing growth across diverse industries. Currently leading website development and digital operations for Eva Watches, overseeing project management, cross-team coordination, vendor communication, and outsourcing workflows to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Lead end-to-end marketing strategy and campaign execution, ensuring operational efficiency and cross-functional alignment.
Working Student, Global Team at Master Builders Solutions
November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Supported LinkedIn and Google Ads, increasing impressions by 25% through targeted campaign optimization. Managed multilingual web content and press releases, boosting organic traffic and branded search visibility. Optimized CRM workflows in HubSpot and improving campaign tracking and pipeline accuracy. Coordinated internal global events and contributed to brand guideline updates and regional market research.
Sales and Marketing Intern at The Social Responsibility Game
November 30, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Initiated cold outreach to NGOs and universities, growing the partnership base by 30% for awareness campaigns. Designed campaign visuals and social copy in Canva for Instagram and email, leading to a 20% increase in engagement. Contributed to onboarding decks and pitch materials for new partners and sponsors. Tracked campaign performance and feedback, delivering insights to improve future outreach strategies.

Education

Masters in International Management & Leadership at SRH Heidelberg
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Bachelors of Commerce (Economics Honours) at Bhopal School of Social Sciences
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2017
Master of International Management & Leadership at RH Heidelberg, Germany
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics Honours) at Bhopal School of Social Sciences, India
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2017
Master in International Management & Leadership at RH Heidelberg
October 21, 2021 - October 23, 2023
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics Honors) at Bhopal School of Social Sciences, India
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2017

Qualifications

Certified Financial Analyst
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025
Advanced Spreadsheet for Accounting & Finance
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025
Certified Financial Analyst
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Advanced Spreadsheet for Accounting & Finance
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Certified Financial Analyst
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Education