Curator of Experiences | Drummer | Event Curation | MarketingHey there! I'm Kishan Baalaji, and I thrive at the crossroads of rhythm, creativity, and unforgettable moments. With a heart that beats to the tune of music, I've transitioned from a sought-after drummer to crafting remarkable live events that resonate with music enthusiasts worldwide.Drumming Odyssey: My rhythm-infused journey has graced stages alongside India's musical luminaries such as Galeej Gurus, Masala Coffee, Bhoomi, Swarathma, Caesar’s Palace, Akashic, and Raghu Dixit. My drumbeats have reverberated through 1000+ successful gigs worldwide, sharing the spotlight with legendary acts like Slash, Korn, Velvet Revolver, Lamb of God, and Mr. Big.Curating Experiences: My natural progression led me to curate live events, infusing passion into every detail. I've orchestrated exceptional experiences at prestigious venues like blueFROG and VR Mall, paying tribute to devoted communities of music aficionados. Through the Kishan Baalaji Collective, my creative vision transforms music into extraordinary moments, featuring icons like Queen, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, AR Rahman, and more. It's an homage to these artists that have shaped the fabric of musical history.Marketing Maestro: Beyond the stage, my creativity flows into the marketing realm with over 12+ years of experience. I've orchestrated campaigns that deeply resonate, driving impact and engagement. In my most recent roles, I've led marketing efforts for international giants like Playboy, Applebee’s, Gloria Jean’s Coffee, and Virtuous Retail (VR Mall). My strategies have shaped the journeys of 50+ retail brands and entertainment zones, igniting connection and curiosity. Let's connect and explore the power of innovative marketing together!Feel free to reach out if you're as passionate about music, curated events, and marketing marvels as I am. Let's connect and create!#CuratorOfExperiences #Drummer #EventCuration #Marketing #IPcreation
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Ecosystem ManagerXdc NetworkBengaluru, Ka, In -
Head Of EventsKishanbaalaji Collective 2003 - PresentIndia -
Marketing ManagerGenesis Shards Feb 2022 - May 2023Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India -
Senior Manager- Events & MarketingVirtuous Retail May 2018 - Oct 2021Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaRevenue Generation and Brand Awareness: Generated revenue of INR 1.5 crore+ by executing & marketing 400+ events. Hosted GRAMMY Award winners, standup comedians, live acts, DJs, organized movie screenings, poetry sessions, book reading sessions, fashion shows, and award-winning LGBTQIA+ gatherings.Curating and Programming Head: Head of Events & Programming in 'Virtuous Retail', one of the fastest-growing retail investment firms in India. Curated, hosted, and promoted over 400 offline and online events across 8 venues.Brand Event Asset Development and Project Lead: Built and executed the brand's events and on-ground activation strategy, allocated budgets, booked artists, managed vendors, and logistics.Coordinated media campaigns for social media platforms, from creating artwork to generating copy. This minimized costs and maximized profits for 8 different venues in VR Bengaluru and VR Chennai. Collaborations and Partnerships: Onboarded VR Bengaluru as one of the four 'Hub' Screening Partners with Bira for ICC World Cup 2019 and raised sponsorship worth INR 40 lakhs.Business Process Synchronization: Collaborated with F&B teams to release marketing strategy Pandemic Adaptations: Hosted over 200 artists on live streaming platforms, private gatherings, open-air movie screenings, brought in TVC shoots that have generated over INR 30 Lakh in revenue. Also, Launched a hyper-local food delivery app to generate online revenue for the F&B QSRs.Spearheaded marketing and branding initiatives for a premium shopping center in Bangalore (VR Bengaluru).Responsible for overall marketing strategy, retailer integrations, direct outreach, media planning, space on hire, events, digital PR, activations, and media buyingLed collaborative brand strategy for a mixed-use development of retail, The Waverly Hotel & Residences,and a co-working space with 800+ employees.Executed over 100+ entertainment and retail-based ATL and BTL campaigns in my tenure. -
Business Development ManagerBluefrog Ltd May 2017 - May 2018Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaIdeated and executed intellectual properties that have grown exponentially in terms of footfalls, revenue and popularity.Established tie-ups with vendors, promoters and liquor parent firms such as Diageo, Pernod Ricard, UB Spirits, Bira, White Owl and NAO Spirits to raise stock and monetary support.Brought online ticketing platforms on board as investorsDirect contributions have resulted in a revenue increase of 40% and an increase of footfall to the venue by60% & a reduced programming cost of 70% -
Senior Liaison OfficerTalent Mosaic Private Limited Apr 2016 - Apr 2017Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaDeveloped an online platform connecting social causes and performances.Liaised an endorsement deal between cymbal manufacturing giants MEINL (Germany) and OctaviumMusic Academy and Studio Octavium.Co-created an official anthem for IIMB’s Annual Leadership Summit ‘IIMBUE - 2016’ and presented it toover 900 IIM alumni and business luminaries such as Union Minister Piyush Goyal, MD Manipal EducationMr. Mohandas Pai, MD Bio-con Ms. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, and CEO NITI Aayog Mr. Amitabh Kant -
Project HeadNeed Higher Education Council Feb 2015 - Feb 2016Bengaluru, Karnataka, India● Raised ~1 million USD in seed capital for the set-up of an internationally accredited music school.● Established a strategic partnership between The M.S Ramaiah Group, ByRam Holdings and NeedHigher Education Council and acquired 10,000 square feet of space in the central businessdistrict of Bangalore.● Overlooked employment of faculty, both domestic and international along with affiliations and required accreditation.
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Business Development ManagerArtistivity Aug 2013 - Nov 2014Mumbai, Maharashtra, India● Generated and pursued business leads and generated more than INR 1 crore in revenue.● Account Manager to handle JSM Corp (Hard Rock Cafe) that included client servicing and retention.● Generated revenue by partnering with venues such as Indigo Live Music bar, Monkey Bar and otherstand-alone performance spaces.
Kishan Baalaji Education Details
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Vijaya College, 11Th Main, 4Th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-11.(Previous Name: B.H.S First Grade College)Computer Science -
Computer Science
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Kishan Baalaji works for Xdc Network
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Kishan Baalaji's current role is Ecosystem Manager.
What schools did Kishan Baalaji attend?
Kishan Baalaji attended Vijaya College, 11th Main, 4th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-11.(Previous Name: B.h.s First Grade College), B. M. S. College Of Engineering.
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