Bonnie Michael

Results-driven Brand & Digital Strategy Leader
Mumbai, IN.

About

A results-driven Brand and Digital Strategy Leader with over two decades of global experience across diverse industries including Finance, Tech, SaaS, Auto, and FMCG. Proven ability to architect impactful omnichannel strategies, leveraging data-driven insights and creative technology to drive enhanced customer experience, brand equity growth, and measurable marketing ROI. Expert in brand transformation, cross-functional leadership, and new business development, consistently delivering significant revenue and market share gains.

Work

Google
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Principal Consultant, Creative Technology & Marketing

Remote, Global, Global

Summary

Leads strategic creative technology and marketing consultations for global clients, driving significant revenue growth and product adoption.

Highlights

Delivered incremental revenue of $4.7M in 2024 through expert creative consultations and strategic MarTech alignments.

Collaborated with APAC teams to unlock quarterly revenue of $4M in 2024 from Global Clients, optimizing marketing ROI.

Spearheaded partner adoption of new Google products and formats, enhancing market penetration through cross-functional collaboration.

Provided strategic consultation to brands and agencies, integrating MarTech solutions to maximize impact and marketing ROI.

Leo Burnett (Publicis Groupe)
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Executive Vice President - Brand Strategy & Digital Marketing

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Drove comprehensive brand and digital strategies for 21 global brands, significantly enhancing marketing effectiveness and securing industry recognition.

Highlights

Directed Brand & Digital Strategy for 21 global brands (incl. Meta, DBS, PhonePe, Jeep), defining impactful positioning and value propositions.

Elevated marketing effectiveness through data-driven strategies, leveraging consumer insights and customer journey mapping.

Secured 14 industry awards for Jeep (ABBY's One Show 2022) by executing impactful brand storytelling and creative campaigns.

Ogilvy (India)
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Vice President - Brand Strategy & Digital Marketing

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Led brand planning and digital strategy for major global clients, translating consumer insights into breakthrough creative and omnichannel solutions.

Highlights

Led Brand Planning & Digital Strategy for global clients (incl. Google, ICICI Lombard, Disney+ Hotstar, Tata Motors), achieving marketing and business goals.

Translated complex consumer insights into breakthrough creative solutions and effective omnichannel strategies, enhancing campaign performance.

Achieved Top 3 MEA ranking (Google Rank) for the Tata Motors Ramadan Campaign, demonstrating effective strategy and execution.

Mobikon Asia Pte. Ltd.
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Senior Director - Customer Experience & Marketing

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Summary

Architected customer acquisition, engagement, and CRO strategies for over 400 hospitality clients, driving revenue growth and establishing robust brand architecture.

Highlights

Architected customer acquisition, engagement, and CRO strategies for 400+ Hospitality clients across ME, India, SEA, significantly increasing traffic and demand.

Drove incremental revenue by leading a team of creative and social media specialists, managing 100+ brands.

Established comprehensive brand architecture and positioning, leading CX teams to embed customer-centricity across operations.

Ketchum Sampark
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Vice President - Digital Strategy & Marketing

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Established and managed the digital practice P&L, consulting global clients on digital transformation and enhancing online reputation.

Highlights

Established and managed the digital practice P&L, providing strategic consulting to global clients (incl. Skoda, Axis Bank) on digital transformation.

Implemented advanced technology platforms to proactively manage and enhance online reputation, improving brand perception.

Developed and executed social media and online reputation management strategies, leveraging deep audience insights.

TechShastra
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Director - Marketing & Brand Strategy

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Pioneered social media and mobile strategies, focusing on leveraging mobile penetration for enhanced customer engagement.

Highlights

Pioneered and implemented cutting-edge social media and mobile strategies, establishing early market leadership in digital engagement.

Developed innovative approaches to leverage mobile penetration, significantly expanding audience reach and interaction.

Drove strategic initiatives focused on integrating mobile platforms into broader marketing campaigns for measurable impact.

Komli Media
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Head of Brand Solutions

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Built and led the Brand Solutions team, focusing on creative optimization and performance marketing principles.

Highlights

Built and scaled a high-performing Brand Solutions team, establishing core creative optimization and performance marketing principles.

Developed and implemented strategies to enhance creative effectiveness, driving measurable improvements in campaign performance.

Guided the team in applying performance marketing principles to deliver optimized brand solutions for clients.

BC Web Wise
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Account Planning

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Managed key client relationships and drove sales development through strategic account planning.

Highlights

Managed critical client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships.

Contributed to significant sales development initiatives by identifying growth opportunities and crafting tailored solutions.

Developed and presented strategic account plans, aligning client objectives with agency capabilities for mutual success.

OgilvyOne Worldwide
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Group Account Manager

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Managed client accounts and developed strategic initiatives within a leading global agency.

Highlights

Managed a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring effective communication and project delivery.

Contributed to the development of strategic marketing initiatives, supporting client business objectives.

Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to deliver integrated solutions for diverse client needs.

Birla Sun Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
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Sr. Executive & Underwriter

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Executed marketing campaigns and managed loyalty programs within the insurance sector, contributing to customer retention.

Highlights

Executed targeted marketing campaigns, supporting product launches and brand visibility initiatives.

Managed comprehensive loyalty programs, enhancing customer retention and engagement within the insurance sector.

Contributed to underwriting processes, ensuring adherence to policy guidelines and risk assessment standards.

Education

Xavier's Institute of Communications
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Post Graduate Diploma

Advertising, Marketing and Communications

Grade: Awarded Best Student of the Batch

Mumbai University
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Bachelor

Commerce

ZAP
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Diploma

Web Designing and Web Marketing

Publications

The Intelligent Creative: AI's Impact on Brand Strategy, Customer Engagement, and the Future of Marketing

Summary

A forthcoming book exploring the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on brand strategy, customer engagement, and the future landscape of marketing.

Crafting emotional and value-driven festive campaigns for India's diverse consumer landscape

Published by

WARC

Summary

An article detailing strategies for creating impactful, emotionally resonant, and value-driven festive marketing campaigns tailored for India's diverse consumer base.

It's electric: India set to zoom with EVs

Published by

WARC

Summary

An article analyzing the projected growth and market dynamics of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in India, highlighting future trends and opportunities.

Languages

Portuguese
English

Certificates

Management Essentials

Issued By

Harvard Business School Online

Certification in Behavioral Economics & Psychology in Marketing

Issued By

MINDWORX Academy

Skills

Digital Marketing & Strategy

Brand Strategy & Management, Digital Transformation, Integrated Marketing Campaigns, Customer Journey Mapping, Creative Technology, Data-Driven Marketing, SEO/SEM Strategy, Social Media Marketing & Management, Content Strategy, Digital Channel Optimization, Online Reputation Management, Online Consumer Analysis, Campaign Amplification.

Leadership & Communications

Team Leadership & Mentoring, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Communications, Customer Engagement Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Communications, Client Relationship Management, New Business Development & Pitch Leadership.

Project & Program Management

Project Management, CRM & Loyalty Program Management, Campaign Management & Execution, Vendor Management, P&L Management.

Technical Skills

Ads Creative Studio, Google Analytics, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, HubSpot, CRM Platforms, Social Media Analytics Tools (e.g., Konnect Insights, Germin8), Microsoft Office Suite, Veo2, Midjourney, Runway, Gemini.

Soft Skills

Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication, Adaptability, Creativity, Collaboration.