Sulakshna Mukherjee

About Sulakshna Mukherjee

With over two decades of experience in shaping and leading communications for some of the most iconic brands, I have consistently driven messaging rooted in business acumen and human insights.My career, built on a foundation of corporate communications and business journalism, is marked by purpose-driven storytelling, strategic reputation management, and innovative communication strategies that connect brands with audiences in meaningful ways. I’ve spearheaded campaigns that have not only earned multiple prestigious industry accolades but have also championed important causes. In managing corporate reputation through high-impact crises, I have played a critical role in safeguarding brand equity and trust.I believe in the power of integrated communications to influence perception, build trust, and drive business growth. My experience spans public and media relations, corporate social responsibility, digital communications, and crisis management, enabling me to craft 360-degree narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders across platforms.With a global perspective and local insights across various industries—including Media, FMCG, Financial Services, Professional Services, and QSR—I have developed unified communication strategies that resonate culturally and commercially.Recognized as a thought leader, I have served on global advisory teams and as a jury member for reputed PR awards, bringing my expertise to evaluate and shape leading communication strategies.I am passionate about mentoring future communication leaders and empowering women leaders, driving transformative narratives, and crafting authentic brand stories that create lasting impact across cultures and markets.

Experience

1. Associate Director & Head of Department - Corporate Communications

   McDonald's

   May 2022 — Present · IN

Education

• University of Calcutta

  B.A, English (Honours)

  2000 — 2003

• Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi

  English Journalism with PR and Advertising, English Journalism

  2003 — 2004

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Executive Programme in Leadership & Management

  2014 — 2014

Skills

• Communication Training
• Media Studies
• Editorial
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Social Media
• Content Development
• Strategic Communications
• Press Releases
• News Writing
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Editing
• Marketing Communications
• Writing
• Crisis Communications
• Corporate Communications
• Storytelling
• Newsletters
• Crisis Management
• New Media
• Brand Management
• Copy Editing
• Journalism
• Reputation Management