Professional Career

With an illustrious 22+ year career in public relations, marketing, and entrepreneurship, I’ve honed my skills in crafting compelling narratives, driving brand growth, and launching successful ventures.

Overview

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MARKETING
Participated in Disney’s Outreach program and various other voluntary organizations.
Marketing Films:
Home Entertainment:
Community Service:
Managed marketing for Disney films at Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company. Established relationships with exhibitor chains and media for film promotions.
Part of the team that set up Disney's Home Entertainment division when the company transitioned to direct-to-retail. Worked on over 100 titles, focusing on 360-degree marketing, media, cinema innovations, packaging, and P&L management.
Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company
Tata Teleservices
Profile:
Worked on marketing for pay telephony business.
Achievements:
Designed the Rewards and Recognition program across India. Participated in the Tata Business Executive Model (TBEM), becoming one of 13 Internal Assessors out of 40 participants.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
www.aizadesigns.in
Founded an Artistic Furniture Business in 2011 - AIZA Design
Designed and marketed innovative, artistic furniture made of solid wood.
Featured in Vogue, Verve, Good Homes, Elle Décor, Atelier, and other lifestyle publications..
Placed products in The Bombay Store, Fort, Mumbai, a premium lifestyle store started by the Tatas.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Columbia Tristar
Started in 2001 as a PR executive at TBWA India in Delhi, handling press, media, and communication for clients in education and retail sectors.
Role:
Early Career
Managed PR for films in various languages (Hollywood, Bengali, Punjabi).
Innovative Campaigns:
Partnered with ITC's Sunfeast brand for sponsoring Bengali cinema. Conducted an all-women screening for a women-oriented film in Mumbai with 400 attendees. Organized an exclusive screening for Kolkata sex workers and involved the local police to sensitize the public.
JOURNALISM
Published insightful articles in The Statesman and DNA, contributing to both newspapers with engaging and thought-provoking content on diverse topics.
I conducted an exclusive and historic interview with Shri Jyoti Basu, one of India’s most prominent politicians, marking his first and only non-political conversation. This insightful dialogue was featured in The Statesman, offering a rare glimpse into the personal thoughts and reflections of a leader who shaped Indian politics for decades.
The Statesman and DNA Newspaper
WRITER
Currently working on a book titled India Transcenders: Transforming Bharat, exploring India’s dynamic transformations and influential figures shaping its future.
Blogs: Memoir and reflections
Book:
In my blogs, I delve into personal memoirs and reflections, sharing intimate stories and insights drawn from my experiences. These posts offer readers a window into my journey, exploring themes of personal growth, pivotal moments, and life lessons. Through candid and reflective writing, I aim to connect on a deeper level with my audience, inviting them to contemplate their own experiences and perspectives while providing a relatable and enriching narrative.
Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company
MARKETING
Participated in Disney’s Outreach program and various other voluntary organizations.
Marketing Films:
Home Entertainment:
Community Service:
Managed marketing for Disney films at Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company. Established relationships with exhibitor chains and media for film promotions.
Part of the team that set up Disney's Home Entertainment division when the company transitioned to direct-to-retail. Worked on over 100 titles, focusing on 360-degree marketing, media, cinema innovations, packaging, and P&L management.
Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company
Tata Teleservices
Profile:
Worked on marketing for pay telephony business.
Achievements:
Designed the Rewards and Recognition program across India. Participated in the Tata Business Executive Model (TBEM), becoming one of 13 Internal Assessors out of 40 participants.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
www.aizadesigns.in
Founded an Artistic Furniture Business in 2011 - AIZA Design
Designed and marketed innovative, artistic furniture made of solid wood.
Featured in Vogue, Verve, Good Homes, Elle Décor, Atelier, and other lifestyle publications..
Placed products in The Bombay Store, Fort, Mumbai, a premium lifestyle store started by the Tatas.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Columbia Tristar
Started in 2001 as a PR executive at TBWA India in Delhi, handling press, media, and communication for clients in education and retail sectors.
Role:
Early Career
Managed PR for films in various languages (Hollywood, Bengali, Punjabi).
Innovative Campaigns:
Partnered with ITC's Sunfeast brand for sponsoring Bengali cinema. Conducted an all-women screening for a women-oriented film in Mumbai with 400 attendees. Organized an exclusive screening for Kolkata sex workers and involved the local police to sensitize the public.
JOURNALISM
Published insightful articles in The Statesman and DNA, contributing to both newspapers with engaging and thought-provoking content on diverse topics.
I conducted an exclusive and historic interview with Shri Jyoti Basu, one of India’s most prominent politicians, marking his first and only non-political conversation. This insightful dialogue was featured in The Statesman, offering a rare glimpse into the personal thoughts and reflections of a leader who shaped Indian politics for decades.
The Statesman and DNA Newspaper
WRITER
Currently working on a book titled India Transcenders: Transforming Bharat, exploring India’s dynamic transformations and influential figures shaping its future.
Blogs: Memoir and reflections
Book:
In my blogs, I delve into personal memoirs and reflections, sharing intimate stories and insights drawn from my experiences. These posts offer readers a window into my journey, exploring themes of personal growth, pivotal moments, and life lessons. Through candid and reflective writing, I aim to connect on a deeper level with my audience, inviting them to contemplate their own experiences and perspectives while providing a relatable and enriching narrative.
Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Company
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