I am Gunjan, a Brand and Innovation Strategist and Authenticity Catalyst, passionate about helping businesses and people break free from fear, habit, and expectation. I guide them back to their core where clarity, confidence, and creativity thrive. With over 15 years of immersive leadership in brand transformation, business strategy, and coaching, I bring an empathetic lens and a strategic mind to every human challenge. I build what doesn’t yet exist, mentor emerging leaders, and spark ripple effects of empowerment worldwide. I founded Muted Space, a human-centered strategy studio serving over 40 global brands including Swarovski, Ococo, Pantaloons, and Migrant Mama, constantly pushing the boundaries of culture, design, and strategic alignment to transform brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.…

Gunjan

I am Gunjan, a Brand and Innovation Strategist and Authenticity Catalyst, passionate about helping businesses and people break free from fear, habit, and expectation. I guide them back to their core where clarity, confidence, and creativity thrive. With over 15 years of immersive leadership in brand transformation, business strategy, and coaching, I bring an empathetic lens and a strategic mind to every human challenge. I build what doesn’t yet exist, mentor emerging leaders, and spark ripple effects of empowerment worldwide. I founded Muted Space, a human-centered strategy studio serving over 40 global brands including Swarovski, Ococo, Pantaloons, and Migrant Mama, constantly pushing the boundaries of culture, design, and strategic alignment to transform brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.…

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I am Gunjan, a Brand and Innovation Strategist and Authenticity Catalyst, passionate about helping businesses and people break free from fear, habit, and expectation. I guide them back to their core where clarity, confidence, and creativity thrive. With over 15 years of immersive leadership in brand transformation, business strategy, and coaching, I bring an empathetic lens and a strategic mind to every human challenge.

I build what doesn’t yet exist, mentor emerging leaders, and spark ripple effects of empowerment worldwide. I founded Muted Space, a human-centered strategy studio serving over 40 global brands including Swarovski, Ococo, Pantaloons, and Migrant Mama, constantly pushing the boundaries of culture, design, and strategic alignment to transform brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.

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English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Brand Strategy Specialist at Naked Media, Berlin
July 1, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Led team of 5 in building data-informed brand strategies for e-commerce and exhibitions. Converted 10+ campaigns into actionable marketing results.
Brand Strategy Specialist at Naked Media, Berlin
July 1, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Led a team of 5 in building data-informed brand strategies for e-commerce and exhibitions. Converted 10+ campaigns into actionable marketing results.
Brand Identity Manager at Avocai, Berlin
June 1, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Oversaw full identity creation, event strategy, and market launch roadmap for this vegan start-up.
Brand Identity Manager at Avocai, Berlin
June 1, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Oversaw full identity creation, event strategy, and market launch roadmap for a vegan start-up.
Freelance Project Manager at GoalGirls, Berlin
January 1, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Managed project timelines, creative outputs, and event campaigns for a female-led creative agency.
Freelance Project Manager at GoalGirls, Berlin
January 1, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Managed project timelines, creative outputs, and event campaigns for a female-led creative agency.
Retail Experience Designer at Studio 38, Berlin
August 1, 2019 - September 2, 2025
Supported high-end client accounts (e.g. Porsche, Christ) with in-store experience concepts and communication design.
Retail Experience Designer at Studio 38, Berlin
August 1, 2019 - September 2, 2025
Supported high-end client accounts such as Porsche and Christ with in-store experience concepts and communication design.
Deputy VM Manager at Casio, New Delhi
April 1, 2018 - September 2, 2025
Led a team of 20 in executing 15+ retail experiences. Managed national VM training and quarterly budgeting.
Deputy VM Manager at Casio, New Delhi
April 1, 2018 - September 2, 2025
Led a team of 20 in executing 15+ retail experiences. Managed national VM training and quarterly budgeting.
Founder – Brand Strategy & Visual Identity at muted space
February 1, 2016 - Present
Built and led an independent strategy studio serving 40+ brands. Managed a team of 7. Directed 7 brand strategy, 6 retail identity, and 5 visual identity projects across Europe and India.
Founder – Brand Strategy & Visual Identity at muted space
February 1, 2016 - Present
Built and led an independent strategy studio serving 40+ brands. Managed a team of 7 and directed 7 brand strategy, 6 retail identity, and 5 visual identity projects across Europe and India.
Brand Strategy Director at Liganova, New Delhi
November 1, 2015 - September 2, 2025
Directed strategy and account services for 10 luxury/lifestyle brands. Led 10 creatives through turnkey retail and branding projects.
Brand Strategy Director at Liganova, New Delhi
November 1, 2015 - September 2, 2025
Directed strategy and account services for 10 luxury/lifestyle brands. Led 10 creatives through turnkey retail and branding projects.
Regional VM Manager – North & East at Calvin Klein & FCUK, New Delhi
July 1, 2012 - September 2, 2025
Implemented national VM strategy. Oversaw a team of 15 and training programs across India.
Regional VM Manager – North & East at Calvin Klein & FCUK, New Delhi
July 1, 2012 - September 2, 2025
Implemented national VM strategy; oversaw a team of 15 and training programs across India.
Visual Merchandising Executive at Blackberrys, Gurgaon
October 1, 2010 - September 2, 2025
Developed seasonal visual merchandising kits, new store openings, and pan-India window installations.
Visual Merchandising Executive at Blackberrys, Gurgaon
October 1, 2010 - September 2, 2025
Developed seasonal visual merchandising kits, new store openings, and pan-India window installations.

Education

Masters Degree in Luxury Business Management at BSBI, Berlin
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Certificate in Fashion Digital Marketing at London College of Contemporary Arts, London
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Certificate in Fashion and Luxury Management at Università Bocconi, Italy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Yoga Teacher Training Course (Yoga Therapy/Yoga Teacher Training) at International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres, India
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
B.A. (Hons.) in Fashion Marketing & Merchandising at Pearl Academy of Fashion, New Delhi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Masters Degree in Luxury Business Management at BSBI, Berlin
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Certificate Fashion Digital Marketing at London College of Contemporary Arts, London
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Certificate in Fashion and Luxury Management at Università Bocconi, Italy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Yoga Teachers' Training Course (TTC) Yoga Teacher Training / Yoga Therapy at International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres, India
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
B.A. (Hons.) in Fashion Marketing & Merchandising at Pearl Academy of Fashion, New Delhi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Yoga Alliance 200 hours Field Of Study Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy
January 1, 2016 - September 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education

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