Chandan M.

About Chandan M.

With over two decades of experience across telecom, AI platforms, SaaS/PAAS, and global innovation ecosystems, I help businesses unlock value where strategy meets execution. I’ve helped both large enterprises and startups unlock meaningful growth across India, the Middle East, Australia, and Southeast Asia. From launching Samsung’s Tizen OS across devices to scaling new-age data and AI platforms like SCIKIQ to global recognition, my work blends insight, creativity, and execution. I specialize in Go-to-Market Strategy, B2B Growth, and Global Brand Positioning — with deep sectoral exposure in telecom, SaaS, AI/data platforms, and fintech. At SCIKIQ, I’ve positioned the platform alongside industry leaders like Informatica and Microsoft while driving analyst relations, strategic partnerships (Infosys, EY, TechM), and a growth journey toward $5M+ Series A.Prior roles saw me managing $1B+ content businesses at Tech Mahindra Australia, building developer ecosystems at Samsung, and launching high-growth brands like AliveCor and Schoclef across multiple geographies.I thrive in building from scratch — setting up the team, brand, funnel, and GTM playbook. I’ve hired and led cross-functional teams of 400+ and created platforms serving 140M+ users across music, education, health-tech, and productivity domains.What I can help with:– Go-to-market strategy for AI, SaaS, and platforms– AI readiness, data strategy, and monetization frameworks– Global product-market fit, CXO alignment, and advisory board setup– Reviving underperforming growth channels and building new revenue linesLet’s connect if you’re a founder, CXO, or investor looking to build something meaningful—or if you\'re simply exchanging notes on leadership and innovation.Read my views on https://sociallistener.in/#AIReadiness #StrategicConsulting #GTMStrategy #PlatformThinking #LeadershipHiring

Experience

1. VP of Marketing & Gtm

   Scikiq

   Aug 2022 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   SCIKIQ is a disruptive Data & AI startup, Recognized among the top 34 (Globally) AI Augmented data fabric platforms by Forrester in 2024 and top 10 Deep Tech startups by NASSCOM in 2025As VP of Marketing, I champion Analyst relations, Building Content, strengthen Digital presence, identifying USP and strategic positioning to fuel B2B growth and market leadership for various geos including India, Middle East ASIA, UK and United states. Own Marketing strategy, go-to-market (GTM), analyst relations, press outreach, and branding. Liaise with data engineering, Gen AI, and analytics teams to launch Gen AI-driven products for industries including Banking, Finance, BFSI, Technology and telecoms. Direct and optimize SCIKIQ’s website, social media channels, and content marketing strategies, boosting organic lead generation and enhancing brand visibility along with the creation of content assets including white papers, presentations, blogs, opinion pieces, and creative marketing materials.

Education

• Bharati Vidyapeeth

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General

  1998 — 2000

• The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

  ACCELERATED MANAGEMENT PROGRAM , Business Administration and Management, General

• DAV College Dehradun

  Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Physical Chemistry

  1994 — 1997

• Copenhagen Business School

  Strategic Management and Innovation, Strategic Management and Innovation

Skills

• Mobile Devices
• Entrepreneurship
• Product Marketing
• Vendor Management
• Design Thinking
• Digital Marketing
• Product Management
• Developer Relationships & Startup Connect
• Business Strategy
• Content Marketing
• Mobile Applications
• Growth Hacking
• Business Operations
• Telecommunications
• Team Management