Adesh Bankar

ADESH BANKAR Nagpur, Maharashtra Project Manager - Marketing & Consulting Email:- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adesh-bankar Mobile: - Results-driven professional with experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and global partnerships. Skilled in onboarding, leadership, cross-functional coordination, and process optimization to drive impactful outcomes. Versatile and detail-oriented team player capable of thriving in diverse roles and dynamic environments. EDUCATION: MBA, Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Amritsar- (Coursework: Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic and B2B Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communication) Civil Engineering, Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pune - PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Egniol Group of Companies - Project Manager - International Partnerships May ‘24 - June ‘25 Link2Campus – Operations & International Relations Mar ‘25 - June ‘25 Achieved a 72% open rate through an international email campaign built on Apollo.io to engage global universities. Onboarded 12+ education consultants & 10+ national and international colleges, expanding the global partner network. Conceptualized & led “Learn in Dubai”, a standout cultural program enriching students’ global learning experience. Streamlined operations as Admin Team Lead, ensuring end-to-end efficiency & supporting 40+ student onboardings. Reported directly to the CEO, overseeing team efforts to drive collaboration, service delivery, & institutional growth. Learn in France, LIGMR – International Partnerships Oct ‘24 - Mar ‘25 Designed & launched the flagship “Learn in France” program at LIGMR, managing curriculum, marketing assets & coordination with key French stakeholders for accommodation, transport, logistics & overall program delivery. Ran a targeted email campaign with a 75% open rate, engaging Indian universities for student outreach & onboarding. Formalized partnerships with 10+ Indian universities, expanding program reach & enabling global exposure for students. Initiated negotiations with 30+ international universities & secured 15+ academic tie-ups for joint degrees & recruitment. Represented LIGMR at Global Education Conclave 2025, driving key academic tie-ups & enhancing its global presence. Egniol Digital - Project Manager May ‘24 - Oct ‘24 Acted as primary liaison between Canadian clients & internal teams, ensuring seamless communication and alignment. Ensured timely execution of digital marketing projects, maintaining 100% on-schedule delivery & client satisfaction. Boosted client retention by 30% through consistent execution, proactive support & strong relationship management. Conducted detailed market & competitor analysis to effectively optimize campaigns, increasing client ROI by over 25%. INTERNSHIPS Frozen Bottle Apr ‘23 - Jun ‘23 Developed & executed Meta ad campaigns, boosting engagement 120% & followers 30% through targeted strategies. Created visual content for Frozen Bottle outlets across India, boosting visibility by 35% with posters, banners, & standees. Spearheaded the launch of the new brand Madno, delivering impactful visuals & ensuring a successful market debut. Directed high-impact influencer campaigns via Instagram Reels, strategically partnering with creators, maintaining consistent brand identity & achieving 25% higher engagement with 100K+ targeted reach. SKILLS Tools & Technical Skills Soft Skills Apollo.io (email automation, outreach), SEMrush (keyword research, competitor analysis), Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro (design and video editing), MS Office, Google Workspace. Project management, cross-functional team leadership, strategic communication, client relationship management, creative problem-solving, adaptability, time management. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Core member of the Media & PR Cell at IIM Amritsar, contributing to institute-wide communication and branding efforts. Developed and published comprehensive official logo usage guidelines for IIM Amritsar, significantly strengthening institutional brand identity & ensuring consistent visual standards across all digital & print media platforms. Achieved 4 million+ views on personal photography portfolio on Unsplash, showcasing creative & visual storytelling. HOBBIES & INTERESTS Photography, watching documentaries, driving, and solo travel to explore exciting adventures and meaningful connections.