I am a dynamic producer and brand strategist with a strong track record at Digikore Studios where I excel in creating original intellectual properties and collaborating across functions. I have successfully driven strategic brand partnerships generating significant revenue and leading multifunctional teams to achieve impactful results. With expertise in sales strategy and client engagement, I thrive in competitive markets and have a passion for entrepreneurship and business development. I enjoy building strong client relationships and delivering quality content in the OTT space and beyond.

Poonam Panda

I am a dynamic producer and brand strategist with a strong track record at Digikore Studios where I excel in creating original intellectual properties and collaborating across functions. I have successfully driven strategic brand partnerships generating significant revenue and leading multifunctional teams to achieve impactful results. With expertise in sales strategy and client engagement, I thrive in competitive markets and have a passion for entrepreneurship and business development. I enjoy building strong client relationships and delivering quality content in the OTT space and beyond.

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I am a dynamic producer and brand strategist with a strong track record at Digikore Studios where I excel in creating original intellectual properties and collaborating across functions. I have successfully driven strategic brand partnerships generating significant revenue and leading multifunctional teams to achieve impactful results.

With expertise in sales strategy and client engagement, I thrive in competitive markets and have a passion for entrepreneurship and business development. I enjoy building strong client relationships and delivering quality content in the OTT space and beyond.

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Language

German
Beginner

Work Experience

Producer & Brand Partnership at Digikore Studios
March 1, 2024 - Present
Conceptualized and produced the OTT show Heroes, highlighting 11 impactful stories of India's nation builders. Managed end-to-end production with timely delivery and quality output. Collaborated effectively with brands and creative agencies for strategic campaign integration and brand partnerships. Led multifunctional teams and generated revenue of 2.5 Cr for the show through brand collaborations. Extended show visibility via partnerships with Anuvu’s inflight distribution platform across global airlines.
Producer & Brand Partnership – Heroes Show (OTT) at Digikore Studios
March 1, 2024 - Present
Conceptualized and produced the show 'Heroes' featuring 11 stories of India's nation builders on a major OTT platform. Oversaw end-to-end production ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborated with brands and creative agencies to strategically align campaigns. Managed multi-functional teams and secured 2.5 Cr in revenue from brand collaborations for season 1. Expanded the show's visibility globally through partnership with Anuvu's inflight distribution platform across various international airlines.
Regional Sales Manager – Asia Pacific at OpenSymmetry
February 29, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Delivered Sales Performance Management (SPM) solutions to enterprise clients across the Asia Pacific region. Built and maintained strong client relationships while expanding market presence regionally.
Regional Sales Manager – Asia Pacific at OpenSymmetry
February 29, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Delivered Sales Performance Management solutions to enterprise clients across the Asia Pacific region. Built strong client relationships and expanded market presence.
Entrepreneur at Circe Organic Skincare
December 31, 2022 - August 27, 2025
Founded and grew a small-scale handmade skincare business with emphasis on sustainable revenue growth. Conducted workshops for women entrepreneurs and promoted clean beauty. Achieved 60% repeat client revenue through social media marketing and reseller networks.
Entrepreneur at Circe Organic Skincare
December 31, 2022 - August 27, 2025
Founded and grew a small-scale organic skincare business, focusing on handmade products with sustainable revenue growth. Conducted workshops for women entrepreneurs and promoted clean beauty. Achieved 60% repeat client revenue through social media marketing and reseller networks.
Senior Account Manager at Unscrambl, Inc.
June 30, 2021 - August 27, 2025
Developed channel partnerships in APAC with Snowflake and Microsoft Teams. Managed enterprise client relationships and led training for new business development executives.
Senior Account Manager at Unscrambl, Inc.
June 30, 2021 - August 27, 2025
Developed APAC channel partnerships with Snowflake and Microsoft Teams. Managed enterprise client relationships and trained new business development executives.
Sales Manager at Azuga, Inc.
October 31, 2020 - August 27, 2025
Led Pune sales unit managing 10 Business Development Executives. Ranked among top 10 globally for ARPU and lead-to-conversion rates. Secured important SMB accounts across North America.
Sales Manager at Azuga, Inc.
October 31, 2020 - August 27, 2025
Led Pune sales unit managing a team of 10 BDEs. Recognized among the top 10 globally for ARPU and lead-to-conversion ratios. Secured key SMB accounts across North America.
Client Engagement Manager at MarketsandMarkets
May 31, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Provided market insights and strategic advisory to Fortune 500 clients. Managed client relationships and business growth across multiple industry verticals.
Client Engagement Manager at MarketsandMarkets
May 31, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Provided market insights and strategic advisory services to Fortune 500 clients. Managed client relationships and growth across various verticals.
Business Development Manager at Qualitia Software
August 31, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Expanded the channel partner network across US, EMEA, and APAC regions. Managed client engagements for a scriptless test automation platform.
Business Development Manager at Qualitia Software
August 31, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Expanded channel partner network across the US, EMEA, and APAC. Managed client engagements for a scriptless test automation platform.
Team Leader, Manufacturing, Retail & Consumer Services at Optymyze
December 31, 2015 - August 27, 2025
Served as Business Development Specialist for APAC & EMEA and New Business Representative for North America. Developed awareness for SPM solutions worldwide and secured executive-level appointments. Drove cross-selling and client relationship management across multiple regions.
Team Leader, Manufacturing, Retail & Consumer Services at Optymyze
December 31, 2015 - August 27, 2025
Developed Sales Performance Management (SPM) solutions awareness globally. Secured executive-level appointments and drove cross-selling and client relationship management across APAC, EMEA, and North America.
International Business & Marketing Intern at Sava Healthcare Limited
December 31, 2011 - August 27, 2025
Internship role focusing on international business and marketing functions.
International Business & Marketing Intern at Sava Healthcare Limited
December 31, 2011 - August 27, 2025
Engaged in international business and marketing activities within the healthcare sector.

Education

MBA : International Business & Biotechnology at IMED
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
BSc : Biotechnology at Garden City College
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
MBA : International Business & Biotechnology at IMED
January 1, 2011 - August 27, 2025
BSc : Biotechnology at Garden City College
January 1, 2009 - August 27, 2025
High School at The Army Public School, Pune
January 1, 2005 - August 27, 2025

Qualifications

Inner Engineering Course, Isha Foundation
January 10, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Certified Psychic Channel & Automatic Writing, Soul Miracles
January 9, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Certified Artisanal Soap Solutions & Skincare, Rashi Culinary Arts
January 8, 2020 - August 27, 2025
Spiritual Business Management, The World Pranic Healing Foundation, Philippines
January 6, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Basic Pranic Healing Certification Course, Pranic Healing Foundation, Philippines
January 5, 2016 - August 27, 2025
German Language – A1, Goethe Institute Indien
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2025
Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights, Symbiosis Law School, Pune
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2025
Inner Engineering Course, Isha Foundation
January 10, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Certified Psychic Channel & Automatic Writing, Soul Miracles
January 9, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Certified Artisanal Soap Solutions & Skincare, Rashi Culinary Arts
January 8, 2020 - August 27, 2025
Spiritual Business Management, The World Pranic Healing Foundation, Philippines
January 6, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Basic Pranic Healing Certification Course, Pranic Healing Foundation, Philippines
January 5, 2016 - August 27, 2025
German Language – A1, Goethe Institute Indien
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2025
Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights, Symbiosis Law School, Pune
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Professional Services, Life Sciences