Ashish Joy

Experience

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  Freelancer

  May 2009 - Sept 2011

  Freelancer

  Managed all aspects of video production including script-writing, filming, & editing for several for-profit and non-profit organizations

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  Cognizant

  Jan 2010 - Jul 2010

  Programmer Analyst Trainee

  • Developed product documentation such as user guides and underwent training on several aspects of technical writing • Achieved an overall understanding of the Product Development Life Cycle and Document Development Life Cycle Processes

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  Corbus, LLC

  Jan 2011 - Jul 2011

  Software Trainee

  • Developed user documentation for software applications by engaging key stakeholders to understand requirements leading to better customer oriented documentation and better product knowledge• Reviewed and edited technical documentation for different products

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  Cognizant Technology Solutions

  Sept 2011 - Oct 2015

  • Led key long-term documentation projects and identified new growth opportunities, thereby enabling the documentation team to start new engagements and grow revenue by 200% for key client accounts• Worked extensively across several domains including Banking and Financial Services with clients like TSYS and AMEX• Developed and executed test cases for product testing• Awarded "Employee of the Month" award • Mentored over 20 technical writers by conducting regular training sessions and streamlining transition of knowledge within projects Show less

  • Associate

    Jul 2014 - Oct 2015

  • Programmer Analyst

    Sept 2011 - Jul 2014
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  Mynativestore

  Oct 2015 - Jun 2017

  Co-Founder and Product Owner

  • Conceived and launched a new product mynativestore.com, an online store that helped generate 25% greater profits for local artisans• Led cross-functional teams to develop the online platform, prioritized features and tasks, and coordinated overall project goals • Managed all aspects of market research, including customer interviewing and surveying, and competitive analysis• Drove messaging and execution of go-to-market product strategies resulting in significant new customer wins• Analyzed user data of website and implemented strategies for web traffic improvement, leading to 30% decrease in user drop rate• Created and implemented social media marketing campaigns to improve web traffic and sales by over 10% monthly Show less

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  Bristlecone

  Jul 2016 - Jun 2017

  Consultant

  • Led a team of 5 technical writers to develop product documentation, resulting in 100% growth in revenue for documentation team• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and quality assurance to drive execution of product documentation that enhanced end-user experience and reduced support costs by 10%• Created product specific content including demos, training videos, blogs and slide decks to educate user about the product and generate demand

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  Hill's Pet Nutrition

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  MBA Summer Intern - Global Marketing Development Program

  • Conducted research through surveys and interviews across 4 geographies and identified gaps in the internal communication process • Created and implemented a strategic communication plan that increased cross-team knowledge sharing of best practices and reduced duplication of efforts• Created and implemented a new process to report data on usage of assets shared across regional marketing teams thereby improving utilization rate

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  Explosion West Foundation

  Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

  Marketing Consultant Team Lead

  • Led a 4-person team to develop a marketing plan to improve overall brand awareness and improve customer engagement • Conducted market research to identify and understand existing customers, competition, and partners.• Created social media strategies for LinkedIn and Facebook to target potential donors and customers

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  Belden Inc.

  Jun 2019 - now

  I am currently team leader for the Alpha Wire Business in EMEA. My objective is to: - Develop and execute commercial strategy for Alpha Wire in EMEA - Support and manage a team of internal account managers who are responsible for partner relationships - Act as the internal architect and be the bridge for Alpha Wire in EMEA to internal and external stakeholdersI also have responsibility for Belden channel business (non-HSD) in UK&I. The objective is to:- Develop and grow the Belden Channel business in UK&I- Identify and grow channel partners that can deliver Belden solutions- Support business development managers in UK&I to develop new business in UK&I Show less Early career leadership program develops talent for the future at Belden. As part of the program I have been involved in the following projects: • Analyzed the usage and effectiveness of Salesforce within the EMEA Sales Organization and identified key pain points and improvement areas• Developed a tool to create and customize an elevator pitch for Belden's Industrial Solutions• Analyzed the existing quotations and proposals process at Belden and recommended strategies to improve the existing process Show less

  • Channel Account Manager Key Accounts Europe

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Channel Account Manager and Team Leader UK&I

    Jan 2023 - Feb 2025

  • Team Leader - Alpha Wire EMEA and Channel Manager UK&I

    Apr 2022 - Jul 2023

  • Solutions Account Manager

    Jun 2020 - Jul 2022

  • Early Career Leadership Program - Commercial

    Jun 2019 - Jun 2020