Ashique Rashid Pulayakalathil

Product, Program, and Business Professional

Summary

I am Ashique Rashid Pulayakalathil (ashiqrashid.odoo.com/), a Computer Science and Engineering graduate with an MBA in Information Technology. I am a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) by PMI and a certified Product Management Professional from LinkedIn and Aha. With over 7 years of experience in Product and Project Management, as well as Business Strategies, I bring a diverse skill set and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong passion for both technology and business, which has been the driving force behind my professional journey. From my beginnings as an Android developer in 2015 to holding various key roles including Project Management, Product Management, Customer Success Lead, Business Strategist, and Program Management, I have consistently sought out opportunities for growth and learning; https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashique-rashid/. I have been an integral part of two funded startups, contributing to their early-stage growth by leading key product domains, implementing agile methodologies, navigating complex metrics, and leading multidisciplinary teams. My commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in my active participation in meetups, engagement with communities, and pursuit of ongoing learning opportunities.

Experience

Product & Business Consultant

Dec 2023 – Jan 2024

Kolo

- Enhanced Client Profile Management: Elevated brand visibility and presence across key real estate sectors within the Kolo App, significantly boosting brand awareness. - Lead Supply Optimization: Implemented a robust system for measuring lead quality, ensuring high-value lead supply to clients. - Client Retention Strategies: Focused on client renewals, employing strategic approaches to maintain and strengthen client relationships. - Product Improvement (Kolo App): Tailored the Kolo App's features and functionalities to better align with client business growth initiatives, enhancing user experience and satisfaction. - Continuous Process Improvement: Committed to ongoing learning and development, with a focus on refining sales, operations, and category team engagements, driving overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Program Manager

Oct 2022 – Nov 2023

Kolo

Responsibilities: Leading the Post-Sales User Journey, focusing on enhanced customer experience. Guiding a highly competitive team to boost: - Account Management & Enhancement - Managed and enhanced the module and user experience of the mobile app - Engagement & Brand Visibility - Strategic Brand Placement - Lead supply and Customer Business Growth - Customer Retention & Renewals - Building and mentoring high-performance teams Key Actions: - Product Improvement Focus: Concentrate on enhancing the product, especially in terms of service provider engagement and strategic brand positioning in the app - Revenue Initiative Leadership: Initiated and led a key revenue-generating project, contributing significantly to the business's financial growth. - Team Development: Built and managed a dynamic team to support the revenue initiative, fostering a competitive and results-driven environment. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Development, Category Management, and Operations teams to synergize efforts in product enhancement and client business improvement. - Strategic Communication: Maintain direct communication channels with company founders, ensuring timely and effective reporting and information flow. - Client Relations: Engage with clients to understand their needs and tailor product offerings for maximum satisfaction and impact. - Performance Metrics: Track and analyze key performance metrics to assess product/client success and identify areas for improvement. - Innovative Solutions: Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance product features and client experience.

Product

Apr 2021 – Sep 2022

Kolo

- Multi-Segment User Onboarding: Homeowners, Service Providers, and Distributors - Social Media Program Management - Talent Acquisition, Orientation, and Operations Management - Led and mentored a dynamic team, strategically building it to meet evolving needs and objectives - Community management - Product Orientation and Engagement: Multi-Channel User Education, Insight Gathering, and Data-Driven product Improvement - Kolo achieved approximately 1 million downloads. - Kolo expanded services to 5 Indian states, adding 4 new states as part of its growth strategy

Co-Founder

Aug 2020 – Jun 2022

Creative Berry

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativeberry.in/ - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/creativeberry/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativeberry.in Reach out to us for Graphic Design & Branding; Logo Design, Brand Design, Visiting Card Design, Brochure Design, Flyer Design, Social Media Graphic Design, label packaging, Photo Edit, stationery Design, and Banner Design. We are also experienced in Brand marketing, Brand Consulting, User Experience Design, Marketing Strategy, Content Strategy, Portrait drawing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Management, Video Branding (Ads Making), etc.

Co-Founder & Project Lead

Jun 2019 – Oct 2021

AgileCrew

- Co-Founder & Managing Director at AgileCrew. - Agile practitioner and team lead. - Guided team growth from 2 co-founders to a total of 8 members. - Grew client base in India, UAE, Kuwait, and the USA. - Managed diverse projects independently and as a freelance consultant agency. - Developed an in-house Meeting Scheduling web app for seamless integration. - Attracted clients through Digital marketing agencies, UpWork, Fever, and Linkedin. - Ceased operations in Oct 2021 due to revenue constraints and Covid outbreak after 2.5 years.

Skills

Program Management, Product Management, Project Management, Customer Success, Customer Development, Target Marketing, User Research, Customer Acquisition, Customer Retention, Product Strategy

Education

University of Mysore

2016 – 2018

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Information Technology

University of Calicut

2011 – 2015

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science and Engineering