Akash Rao

A dynamic and performance-driven Business Development professional with a robust technical background in Computer Engineering. Expertise in orchestrating end-to-end sales cycles, from initial lead generation and market analysis to strategic client acquisition and relationship management. Proven ability to translate market trends into actionable strategies, resulting in significant revenue growth and enhanced market presence.

Combines strong technical acumen with exceptional communication and negotiation skills to bridge the gap between client needs and technical solutions. A collaborative team player seeking to leverage a unique blend of business and technical expertise to drive success in a challenging growth-oriented role.

Business Development Manager at AlwaysPro Digital Solutions LLP (2022-09 – 2025-12)

• Spearheaded new business initiatives, utilizing targeted cold outreach and strategic networking to generate a consistent pipeline of qualified leads.
• Cultivated and maintained long-term relationships with a diverse client portfolio, achieving a high client satisfaction rate and securing repeat business, contributing directly to revenue targets.
• Collaborated closely with marketing and sales departments to analyze campaign performance and refine outreach strategies, which increased lead conversion rates by 20%.
• Conducted comprehensive market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
• Developed and delivered compelling sales presentations and detailed proposals to clients and senior management, effectively communicating value propositions.
• Orchestrated cross-functional project initiatives, ensuring alignment between business objectives and execution teams for on-time and successful project delivery.

Machine Learning Project Developer (2021-08 – 2022-05)

• Engineered a machine learning application to identify manipulated images on social media platforms.
• Implemented a hybrid model using the LBPH algorithm for feature extraction and a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for classification, enhancing detection accuracy and robustness.

Client Relations and Market Analysis Professional (2020-06 – 2021-01)

• Cultivated and maintained long-term relationships with a diverse client portfolio, achieving a high client satisfaction rate and securing repeat business, contributing directly to revenue targets.
• Collaborated closely with marketing and sales departments to analyze campaign performance and refine outreach strategies, which increased lead conversion rates by 20%.
• Conducted comprehensive market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
• Developed and delivered compelling sales presentations and detailed proposals to clients and senior management, effectively communicating value propositions.
• Orchestrated cross-functional project initiatives, ensuring alignment between business objectives and execution teams for on-time and successful project delivery.

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering & IT – ABES Engineering College, Ghaziabad (2018-07 – 2022-08)

Intermediate in Science Stream – St. Xavier's School, Belthara Road (2015-07 – 2017-07)