Shahina Pohoomul

Globally exposed and results-driven Business Development professional with 15+ years of experience driving international trade, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across Asia and Latin America. Proven track record in government and commercial stakeholder engagement, business matchmaking, and growth strategy across consumer, logistics, education, and precision medicine sectors. Founder of Kind Minds, an emotional wellness brand focused on developing innovative tools that support children's social-emotional learning and wellbeing.

Founder & Lead Voice/Content Creator at Kind Minds (2025-10 – Present)

• Created and narrated educational video content explaining emotional concepts to parents and educators, leveraging voice modulation and child-friendly tone
• Recorded storytelling-based reels and short-form learning scripts, utilizing expressive storytelling and clear diction for social media growth
• Delivered spoken insights on child behavior and emotional development, demonstrating emotionally nuanced communication
• Developed audio-friendly scripts for product demonstrations and workshops, ensuring clarity and engagement
• Engaged in public speaking around children's emotional wellness, showcasing vocal presence and meaningful spoken connection
• Drove marketing through vocal storytelling, tone modulation, and clear articulation to emotionally connect with target audiences

Senior Business Development Manager & Communications Specialist at Enterprise Singapore (2015-03 – 2024-05)

• Led market entry and expansion initiatives for Singapore based companies entering the Indian market across Consumer Products, Education, Logistics and Precision Medicine
• Facilitated cross-border trade and investment by driving strategic partnerships between businesses, government agencies, and industry stakeholders in Singapore and India
• Advised companies on market opportunities, regulatory landscapes, strategies, and go-to-market approaches
• Managed market entry initiatives, connecting Singapore enterprises with key Indian partners, distributors, importers, and investors
• Produced market intelligence reports, sector analyses, and strategic briefs to support investment decisions and business expansion plans
• Identified emerging market trends and growth opportunities through continuous industry research and stakeholder engagement
• Cultivated and managed relationships with senior government officials, industry associations, chambers of commerce, and C-suite executives
• Supported high-level trade missions, business delegations, and industry events to strengthen bilateral economic ties and commercial outcomes

Trade and Cultural Communication Manager at Consulate General and Promotion Centre of Argentina in Mumbai (2010-01 – 2015-12)

• Served as primary voice for Argentina's cultural and commercial presence in Western India, delivering speeches and presentations
• Performed simultaneous interpretation for diplomatic meetings, trade delegations, and media interviews, ensuring accurate and fluent cross-cultural communication
• Created multilingual content for tourism promotion, cultural education, and business development, demonstrating versatility in spoken and written communication
• Managed media relations, requiring precise, engaging verbal communication with journalists and broadcasters

Bachelor of Arts in International Business Management and Spanish – Ohio Wesleyan University (2006-08 – 2010-05)