Venkat Shankarnarayan

About Venkat Shankarnarayan

I work with Personal Care and CPJ founders who’ve outgrown agencies but still struggle to see predictable returns from their marketing and distribution spends.My role is advisory, not execution. I help founders identify where money, effort, and attention are leaking between marketing, distribution, and on-ground execution — and fix the system around teams and vendors so growth becomes more predictable.Over the last decade, I’ve worked across FMCG, insurance, healthcare, real estate, and consumer-facing businesses, often stepping in when activity was high but outcomes weren’t matching intent. I don’t run campaigns or replace agencies — I work directly with founders to bring clarity, alignment, and accountability to the ecosystem around them.I’m the founder of Blustream Marketing Solutions, which continues to act as an integrated execution arm. My primary focus today is embedded advisory — helping founders make better decisions before execution begins, not after money is spent.I value clear thinking, honest conversations, and long-term outcomes over vanity metrics. Outside work, I spend time on entrepreneurship, podcasting, long drives, and with Blackie — our office dog and constant reminder that culture matters as much as performance.If you’re a founder thinking about scale, efficiency, or fixing what’s quietly broken beneath the surface, I’m open to a conversation.

Experience

1. Founder & CEO

   Blustream

   Feb 2019 — Present · Chennai, IN

   At Blustream Marketing Solutions, I lead a team that delivers tailored digital marketing strategies designed to achieve measurable business growth. As the CEO and founder, my focus is on blending creativity with data-driven insights to create effective campaigns across various industries, including FMCG, insurance, healthcare, real estate, and more.We specialize in a broad range of digital marketing services, including SEO, hyperlocal marketing, social media management, content creation, email marketing, and performance marketing. What sets us apart is our ability to go beyond traditional marketing by incorporating innovative technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and AI-driven solutions to give our clients a competitive edge in today’s digital landscape.At Blustream, we believe in a collaborative approach. Our strategies are not just about quick wins; they are about building long-term partnerships that ensure sustained success. Every project is handled with transparency and accountability, ensuring that we not only meet but exceed client expectations.My role extends beyond day-to-day operations—I work closely with clients to decode their briefs, uncover business opportunities, and deliver a strategic direction that aligns with their brand goals. Whether we’re optimizing local search rankings or launching immersive experiences, the goal remains the same: delivering impactful results.Additionally, I mentor and inspire my team to be obsessive about outcomes, ensuring that every effort we make is focused on driving conversions, engagement, and brand growth. We treat every client like a partner, striving to build trust and deliver value through our commitment to excellence and accountability.At Blustream, we’re not just an agency—we’re problem solvers, partners in your success, and the team that’s ready to go the extra mile, every time. If you\'re ready to scale your business and take your digital presence to the next level lets connect

Education

• Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies- Pune

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General

• Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies- Pune

  BBA, Integrated

  2004 — 2007

Skills

• Cloud Computing
• Online Reputation Management
• Lead Generation
• Web Development
• Strategic Planning
• SEO
• Smo
• Channel Partners
• Web Analytics
• Integrated Marketing
• Mobile Applications
• Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• Marketing
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Market Research
• New Business Development
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Website Development
• Business Development
• Digital Marketing
• Team Management
• Online Marketing
• Interactive Marketing
• Sem
• Negotiation
• Social Media Marketing
• Digital Strategy
• Key Account Management
• Mobile Marketing
• Web Marketing
• Project Management
• Analytics
• Strategic Partnerships
• Social Media
• Web Design
• Media Planning
• Crm