Shikha Kaur Pahuja
Indore
Summary
Experienced event planner with a strong focus on organization and attention to detail. Possessing over 8 years of experience in planning and executing meetings and events, specializing in selecting and transforming venues to meet clients' specific needs. Adept at building strong relationships with quality vendors, resulting in seamless coordination and successful outcomes for every event.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
FUSION EVENTS
Event Coordinator
Dada Saheb Phalke Acting and Film Academy
- Preparing & conducting presentations for various clients of various groups
- Coordinating within various departments to ensure smooth flow of each aspect of organising the events
- Celebrity management during various shows/ events by Group
Event Coordinator
Dynamo Ent & Promotions
- Managed various events for Zee TV as an event coordinator on contractual basis for the following productions
- ZEE CINESTARS KI KHOJ
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'll Champs
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa CHALLENGE 2007
Event Coordinator
Radio Mirchi
- Mirchi War of Colleges: Mega Music & Dance Event with various colleges of MP
- Mirchi Mic Ka Lal: Event aimed at search of radio jockeys for radio Mirchi
Event Planner
BHARAT MAHOTSAV
02.2023 - Current
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
- Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
- Recruited trained, and managed teams of volunteers to assist with event operations and logistics.
- Fostered strong relationships with sponsors, elevating caliber and financial support of events.
- Enhanced public relations efforts, collaborating with media partners to secure favorable coverage and promote brand visibility.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by meticulously planning and executing memorable events.
- Improved overall event planning process by consistently analyzing post-event feedback and implementing necessary changes.
- Assisted clients in achieving their desired event objectives through thorough research, planning, and execution strategies.
Public Relations Officer
Unnati Singh Beauty Education.
02.2023 - Current
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Streamlined event registration processes, enhancing attendee experience and improving overall efficiency.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Reduced costs without compromising quality through effective vendor negotiation and resource management.
- Implemented detailed risk assessments to ensure safety of attendees, staff, and property during events.
- Developed complete business plans and operational strategies for new and existing business.
- Led restructuring of organization internal processes, resulting in improved performance.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring adequate funding was allocated to each project phase.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved in the transaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to create comprehensive plans addressing all aspects of assigned projects.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential issues and maintain project stability.
- Successfully managed multiple simultaneous projects through effective time management skills and prioritization techniques.
- Mentored and coached team members, promoting professional growth and skill development.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
- Coordinated press releases and handled press inquiries for the company.
- Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
- Reported on press coverage recaps to determine areas for improvement.
- Mentored junior team members, sharing expertise in public relations tactics while fostering their professional development.
- Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
- Developed innovative marketing and PR strategies.
- Planned and executed successful PR events, ensuring positive exposure for the organization.
- Led crisis communications and media relations activities in response to challenging situations.
Business Manager
JMD EXPORTS
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Evaluated current market trends and competitor strategies, guiding the development of innovative solutions to stay ahead in the industry.
- Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
- Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
- Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by implementing an effective feedback system and addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
PG - Event Management
National Academy Of Event Management & Development
01.2007
B'Com -
Devi Ahiliya University
01.2006
CBSE class XII -
Choithram School
01.2002
CBSE class X -
Choithram School
01.2000
Skills
- Team leadership and Supervision
- Customer Relation
- Professional Presentations
- Compliance & Regulations
- General Office Skills
- Creative Event Planning
Accomplishments
- Participated in Dance competition 'Boogie Woogie' & bagged the trophy for the first position
- Crowned as Miss Indore
- Participated & won various competitions at school & college level
Area Of Expertise
- Team leadership and Supervision
- Customer Relation
- Professional Presentations
- Compliance & Regulations
- General Office Skills
- Creative Event Planning
Profile Snapshot
- A result-oriented professional with 7 years of consolidated experience in Event Planning.
- Distinction of exploring new markets, identifying key accounts, expanding client and vendor bases for achieving corporate business goals.
- Hands on experience at analysing market trends to provide critical inputs and formulating operational strategies.
- A skilled communicator with exceptional presentation skills in leading cross-functional teams and establishing beneficial relationships.
- Developed & maintained key relationships with regular customers.
- Operation Management.
Employmentprofile
- INSIDE OUTSIDE MEGA SHOW with Business India Exhibitions & involved in coordinating between participants & organisers for setting up of venue
- Anchored the Show - VIVAH Fashion Show with HABIBS Comparing of the fashion show at Hotel Sayaji - Indore
Pankaj Udaas live concert - Indore
- Comparing and celebrity management of the show at ABHAY PRASHAL
- The Premium Life Style show with All Seasons Events Pvt Ltd coordination of the event involving the venue/stage/ light setup & celebrity management during the closing ceremony Fashion Show
- Awaaz Hamari Aapki with NGO Vishwas World Vision- Indore Organized the entire charitable show based on Aids Awareness
- Organized various exhibitions for Eileen-the world of beauty (Own Company) from year 2009-2021
- Dada Saheb Phalke Acting and Film Academy, Event Coordinator, Preparing & conducting presentations for various clients of various groups, Coordinating within various departments to ensure smooth flow of each aspect of organising the events, Celebrity management during various shows/ events by Group
- Dynamo Ent & Promotions, Event Coordinator (Contractual), ZEE CINESTARS KI KHOJ, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'll Champs, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa CHALLENGE 2007
- Radio Mirchi (Indore MP), Mirchi War of Colleges: Mega Music & Dance Event with various colleges of MP, Mirchi Mic Ka Lal: Event aimed at search of radio jockeys for Radio Mirchi
Personalityattribute
Energetic Enthusiastic & Enterprising
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information given above is best of my knowledge,
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Mr Manmohan Singh Pahuja
- Date of Birth: 05/21/85
Timeline
Event Planner
BHARAT MAHOTSAV
02.2023 - Current
Public Relations Officer
Unnati Singh Beauty Education.
02.2023 - Current
Business Manager
JMD EXPORTS
08.2021 - 01.2023
B'Com -
Devi Ahiliya University
CBSE class XII -
Choithram School
CBSE class X -
Choithram School
Event Manager
FUSION EVENTS
Event Coordinator
Dada Saheb Phalke Acting and Film Academy
Event Coordinator
Dynamo Ent & Promotions
Event Coordinator
Radio Mirchi
PG - Event Management
National Academy Of Event Management & Development
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