SAKSHAM ARORA
Entrepreneur & Branding Strategist
New Delhi, IN.About
Results-driven entrepreneur and branding strategist with a proven track record of launching and scaling multimillion-dollar ventures, achieving 67% revenue growth within a year. Expert in global brand development, digital transformation, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional market-entry and growth outcomes. Adept at identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to build globally recognized brands and drive significant business expansion.
Work
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Summary
Directed the end-to-end brand development and market positioning for three OEM B2B brands in consumer electronics and luxury AV.
Highlights
Spearheaded the successful launch and market positioning of three OEM B2B brands—Klara Projections, Früger Cables & Accessories, and Melo Acoustics—across consumer electronics and luxury AV sectors.
Designed and implemented premium packaging and comprehensive brand strategies for Früger Cables, significantly enhancing market presence and elevating customer perception.
Cultivated Klara Projections into a category leader through the development of a cohesive visual identity, robust digital presence, and strategic market alignment.
Directed Melo Acoustics' strategic entry into the luxury AV segment, utilizing high-end storytelling, elevated brand assets, and targeted marketing to capture premium market share.
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Summary
Co-founded and scaled AV Shack into a leading e-commerce platform for audiovisual equipment, driving significant sales growth and customer acquisition.
Highlights
Bootstrapped and scaled AV Shack into one of India's leading e-commerce platforms for audiovisual equipment, generating over $3.45M USD (₹28.48 crore) in gross sales and acquiring 4,500+ unique customers.
Drove a 67% increase in sales growth, 35% rise in customer acquisition, and 20% improvement in conversion rates within one year through strategic Shopify optimization and digital marketing campaigns.
Directed comprehensive digital marketing initiatives, attracting over 2 million website visits via targeted campaigns, paid advertising, and cohesive branding efforts.
Pioneered customer-centric strategies and brand positioning, establishing AV Shack as a trusted leader in a highly competitive e-commerce landscape.
Volunteer
The Sudha Program
|Founder, Nonprofit Digital Education Initiative
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Summary
Founded and led a nonprofit initiative providing digital education to undergraduates in Cameroon, institutionalizing the program into university curriculum.
Highlights
Founded and led a nonprofit initiative, delivering an 'Integrated Branding & Digital Marketing' course to 79 undergraduates at Fomic Polytechnic University (Douala & Buea).
Designed and executed a complete academic program, including syllabus creation, instructional delivery, assignments, certification, and evaluation.
Successfully institutionalized the program into the university curriculum, ensuring sustained educational impact through faculty-led instruction.
VE International
|Judge, Business Plan Championship – New York State Finals
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Summary
Served as a judge for the VE International Business Plan Competition, evaluating high school business proposals.
Highlights
Served as a judge for VE International's New York State Business Plan Competition Championship Round, evaluating high school business proposals based on innovation, feasibility, and presentation quality.
School Publications
|Chief Student Editor, Newsletter Designer
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Summary
Designed and published newsletters for Model United Nations and school publications, introducing creative layouts and coordinating cross-functional content.
Highlights
Designed and published newsletters for Model United Nations events and the official school publication, Sagrika, enhancing reader engagement.
Introduced creative layouts and visual storytelling techniques, significantly improving content appeal and reader engagement.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to produce timely, professional-grade content, earning recognition for innovative editorial leadership.
Student Council
|Vice President, Leader in Student Governance & IT
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Summary
Led student governance and IT initiatives, driving welfare and campus engagement for a body of 1,400 students.
Highlights
Drove welfare initiatives and campus engagement for a student body of 1,400 students, enhancing student experience and community.
Evaluated and improved safety compliance across affiliated schools, implementing action plans to address identified deficiencies.
Interact Rotary Club
|Vice President, Community Service Leader
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Summary
Directed a team of 116 members in community service, organizing donation drives and educational campaigns for underserved communities.
Highlights
Directed a team of 116 members to execute impactful donation drives and outreach programs, delivering services to underserved communities.
Organized educational campaigns and workshops, fostering awareness and participation on critical social issues within the community.
Model United Nations (MUN)
|IT Head & IP Committee Head
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Summary
Managed technical operations and led content teams for annual MUN conferences with over 200 participants, enhancing event execution and publication quality.
Highlights
Managed technical operations for annual MUN conferences with over 200 participants, ensuring seamless event execution and participant experience.
Led journalism, photography, and content reporting teams, enhancing the quality and outreach of event publications.
Developed impactful publications that elevated the MUN's reputation within the academic community, securing recognition for excellence in event coordination.
Awards
HPAIR Annual Conference Distinguished Delegate
Awarded By
Harvard's Asia-Pacific Conference
Regularly invited as a distinguished delegate to Harvard's Asia-Pacific Conference, recognized for excellence in global leadership and engagement.
Published Author: AV Fundamentals: Design and Principles
Awarded By
Self-Published
Authored 'AV Fundamentals: Design and Principles,' demonstrating expertise in the audiovisual field.
Interact Exceptional Achievement Award
Awarded By
Interact Rotary Club
Recognized for leadership and community service contributions to Interact Rotary Club.
Stride Cyber Safety Olympiad
Awarded By
Stride Cyber Safety Olympiad
Achieved National Winner and 1st rank in the Stride Cyber Safety Olympiad.
Languages
English
Hindi
French
Skills
Strategic Branding
Brand Development, Brand Positioning, Luxury Branding.
Market Expansion
Global Expansion, Market Entry Strategies, International Business Development.
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Team Management, Collaboration, Project Leadership.
Digital Marketing
Shopify Optimization, Paid Advertising, SEO, Content Marketing, Website Traffic Generation.
E-commerce Management
Online Retail, Customer Acquisition, Conversion Rate Optimization.
Business Development
Venture Scaling, Revenue Growth, Bootstrapping.
Product Launch
OEM Brands, Go-to-Market Strategy.
Curriculum Development
Educational Program Design, Instructional Delivery.
Nonprofit Management
Community Engagement, Social Impact Initiatives.
Cultural Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving
High-Impact Solutions, Creative Solutions.
Interests
Cultural Exploration
Global Perspectives, Diverse Cultures.
Magic
Close-up Magic, Sleight-of-Hand Techniques.