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Venkat Raman

Apeldoorn

Summary

Sales and business development professional with 10+ years of international experience across aviation, construction, media, and food industries. Entrepreneurial leader with proven success in launching and scaling ventures, managing B2B partnerships, and delivering revenue growth. Skilled in account management, pipeline building, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration. Passionate about driving healthier and more sustainable food solutions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Commercial Lead

6Suvai (Event Catering – Party Orders)
10.2024 - Current
  • Founded and scaled a food venture specializing in party and event catering orders.
  • Managed the full process: client inquiries, proposals, pricing, and service delivery.
  • Built partnerships with suppliers to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
  • Coordinated logistics and menu planning tailored to customer needs and budgets.
  • Maintained strong client relationships through personalized service and follow-up.

Sales Executive

Touch Down Aviation B.V.
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Served as the primary contact for B2B aviation clients, delivering tailored product/service solutions.
  • Strengthened client relationships through consultative sales and technical expertise.

Senior Territory Sales Manager

Kanish Plasters Pvt Ltd
04.2021 - 01.2023
  • Designed and implemented sales strategies that boosted territory revenue.
  • Conducted research to identify opportunities and expand client base.
  • Coached a regional sales team to improve conversion and productivity.

Media & Communication Manager (India & South Asia)

The CEO Magazine
07.2019 - 12.2020
  • Built partnerships with CEOs and executives from Top 500 companies and MNCs.
  • Closed new business opportunities through research-driven outreach and relationship management.
  • Developed PR campaigns to enhance client visibility and corporate branding.

Founder & CEO

Green Back Runs (Fitness App Startup)
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Developed and launched a fitness-tech app rewarding users for physical activity.
  • Oversaw product design, development, and marketing with a cross-functional team.

Associate Planner

J Plan Associates Pte Ltd
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Coordinated project planning, design drawings, and production workflows.
  • Managed budgets, schedules, and progress reporting to ensure client satisfaction.

Founder & CEO

Versatile International W.L.L. (Trading Company)
02.2014 - 02.2016
  • Established and managed a trading company, developing partnerships and securing investment.
  • Oversaw operations, finance, and strategy to achieve profitability and expansion.

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -

Flytech Aviation Academy
01.2011

Higher Secondary - undefined

Alagappa Matric. School
01.2008

Secondary - undefined

Kendriya Vidyalaya
01.2006

Skills

  • B2B Sales & Account Management
  • Event & Catering Partnerships (Party Orders)
  • Sales Strategy & Negotiation
  • Relationship Management
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Project & Team Leadership

Languages

English – Fluent
Hindi – Fluent
Tamil – Native
Dutch – Basic (actively learning, goal: B1 within 3 months)

Timeline

Founder & Commercial Lead

6Suvai (Event Catering – Party Orders)
10.2024 - Current

Sales Executive

Touch Down Aviation B.V.
11.2023 - 05.2024

Senior Territory Sales Manager

Kanish Plasters Pvt Ltd
04.2021 - 01.2023

Media & Communication Manager (India & South Asia)

The CEO Magazine
07.2019 - 12.2020

Founder & CEO

Green Back Runs (Fitness App Startup)
03.2017 - 12.2018

Associate Planner

J Plan Associates Pte Ltd
02.2016 - 12.2016

Founder & CEO

Versatile International W.L.L. (Trading Company)
02.2014 - 02.2016

Higher Secondary - undefined

Alagappa Matric. School

Secondary - undefined

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -

Flytech Aviation Academy
Venkat Raman