AJMAL KHAN
5729 Orchard Place Crossing SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(404) 396 � 8408
craig[at]mydomainname
Lilburn, GA 30047
(404) 396 � 8408
craig[at]mydomainname
Professional Summary & Objective
Highly effective and creative Marketing master implements technology to increase ROI via online marketing methods such as SEO, SMO, SEM, Brand Reputation Management, Web 2.0, blogging, networking, and others.Front-end Development, Content Management Systems, Customizing WordPress, Professional & Social Networking, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Online Marketing, Analytics and Reporting, Identify Opportunities, Performance Strategies.
I will make your organization money. I will save your organization money.
In short � Your Organization NEEDS ME.
Key Strengths / Major Capabilities
- Consulting, Benchmarking and Implementing various strategies for SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
- Expertise in planning and executing strategic marketing campaigns online (web-based or static beginnings) via web, internet, email, etc., and to measure metrics & analytics to influence positive ROI.
- Ability to manage, delegate, & train teams in various aspects of Internet / Online Marketing, including webmaster, developer, designer, producer, writer, etc. using state-of-the-art techniques, methods & trends.
- Sophisticated understanding and enthusiastic researcher of technologies, such as SEO, SEM (Search Engine Marketing), SMO (Social Media Optimization), Brand Reputation Management, marketing concepts, strategies & methodologies, E-Commerce, ROI, and much more.
- Mastery of written English communication, in a variety of styles, to accomplish different goals. From code to content, design to development, management & training to marketing & analytics, I�ve the resources and experience to be a success.
- Goal, achievement and result oriented; Able to see the "big picture", as well as having an eye for detail. Flexible & collaborative, but also able to delegate, & be self-managing.
- Innovation & Persistence; if I don�t have the solution, I will find it or learn it.
Skills
Knowledge
- Emerging Technologies & Trends
- Online Marketing (eMarketing, Internet Marketing, web marketing)
- Viral Marketing, Tribal Marketing, etc.
- Campaign Management
- Project Management
- Vendor / Agency Management
- E-Commerce
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Webmaster
- Content Management
- Content Sourcing
- Content Syndication
- SEO
- SEM
- SMO
- Brand Reputation Management
- Building Relationships
- Analytics
- Reporting for effectiveness, productivity & ROI
- Benchmarking, Competitive Research and more
Software
- Microsoft Office
- Dreamweaver
- Adobe Photoshop
- Omniture
- HitWise
- WebTrends
- WebPosition
- WebCEO
- Global Sight CMS
- WordPress
- Digital Impact Campaign Manager
- Erigami�s SNF+
- HP Proprietary Software
- MDA, Article Check, etc. (Microsoft)
- SEO Surf
- RankSense
- Coremetrics
- Market Samurai
- Firefox�s Firebug
Languages
- HTML (Including 5)
- DHTML
- XHTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- PHP
- MySQL
- SQL
- RSS
- Atom
Work Experience
CSKnet
Managing Consultant
Atlanta, GA
2007 � Present
Consulted with diverse clients on Online Marketing strategies, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Web 2.0, SMO (Social Media Optimization), Front-end development using HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, CMS, (with cross-browser compatibility, usability, accessibility, standards, etc.) as well as Research, Reporting, Analytics, eCommerce consulting, etc.
Managing Consultant
Atlanta, GA
2007 � Present
Consulted with diverse clients on Online Marketing strategies, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Web 2.0, SMO (Social Media Optimization), Front-end development using HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, CMS, (with cross-browser compatibility, usability, accessibility, standards, etc.) as well as Research, Reporting, Analytics, eCommerce consulting, etc.
- Hiyaa!! Martial Arts Podcast
- Co-Host, Webmaster & Online Marketing Manager
- Custom Design & Development of WordPress-backed Website
- Content Development
- Social Media Optimization
- SEO � Search Engine Optimization
- Atlanta Mahjong
- Design & Develop informational, yet converting & engaging website
- Implement customized CMS
- Initiate Competitive Research, SEO, SMO, Online Marketing, etc.
- Engage in blogging and other Web 2.0 practices
- PATHS Atlanta
- As a founding member of this non-profit, I built the website, and provide webmaster-ing, SEO, Content Management, Competitive Research & Benchmarking, analytics, Video Production & Marketing, blogging, as well instruct in martial arts
- Increased overall traffic by 200%
- Central Equine
- Consulted & Implemented SEO strategies & techniques, competitive landscape benchmarking, monthly analytics (Google Analytics & Coremetrics) and competitive progress reports, keyword research, offsite strategies, etc.
- Sagal Radio
- Consulted on Web Development & Online Marketing implementation
- Brocket Pub & Grill
- Consulted on Web Development, Content Management & SEO
- Definition 6
- Initiated in-house SEO process with aligned Analytics (Google Analytics & Coremetrics)
- Twenty-Six Two Marketing Agency
- Consulted, Advised & Implemented strategies for Competitive Research, Benchmarking, SEO, SEM, SMO, Reporting, Development, Blogging, Content Management Systems, Online Marketing efforts and more for various clients
- Sampling of clients include: M9 Solutions, Ankle & Foot Centers of Georgia, Rilko Kids, LimeDot, Christian City, ChoicePoint�s IRM (Identity Risk Management), National Disability Lawyers, 755 Club, etc.
Hewlett-Packard Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Country e-Operations Manager
Online Marketing, SEO, Webmaster, Development, Management, and much more
Singapore
2002 � 2007
Country e-Operations Manager
Online Marketing, SEO, Webmaster, Development, Management, and much more
Singapore
2002 � 2007
- Raised Web-Generated revenue across country SMB Portals in South East Asia by 40-60%, within a 12-month period.
- Strategic Planning, Initiation and Managing Execution of web and eMarketing (online, internet & email marketing) campaigns for the SMB & Enterprise sector in Singapore, Indonesia, India & Thailand
- Conceptualized & Initiated execution of program to equally distribute visibility of various Business Unit�s products on portals
- Designed, Developed & Managed execution of eDMs (electronic direct mail marketing), Promotions & Special Events Pages, Micro-sites, Links & Chicklets; all as supporting and achieving various SMB campaign objectives
- Ensured fresh content for site & eCommerce applications was up to date, using CMS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL and more.
- Utilized various reporting tools to create reports, analyzed and acted upon Campaign Performance Metrics & Conversions (Omniture)
- Liaised directly with CRM & ERP associates to achieve full CLM (closed-loop marketing), from ensuring accuracy & completeness in customer database and targeting the audience, to loyalty programs, Opt-ins and personalization
- Implemented HP�s "Operation One Voice" standards and re-branding throughout SMB Portals, Promotion & Events Portals, eDMs and Micro-sites, ensuring usability and structure
- Facilitated New Product Introductions online
- Managed partners & vendors in collaborating on projects
- Re-developed and Maintained SMB portals and updated online Product Catalogues
- Helped facilitate various customer incentive rewards programs within Singapore
- Lead presentations and meetings to highlight achievements and discuss escalations
- Served on various project planning and execution boards for various aims, including Web 2.0 involvement, such as blogging, SMO, etc.
- Trained various agency employees in HP Proprietary software, HP eMarketing standards, Design & Development standards, etc.
- Continuously improved operating processes, keeping in mind budget (and individual & team targets), so as to lower cost and improve ROI.
- Conducted in-depth training for new team members to repeat all duties of a Country Operations Manager for other SEA countries
CSKnet
Consultant
Atlanta, GA, USA
1998 � 2002
Worked with various clients to:
Consultant
Atlanta, GA, USA
1998 � 2002
Worked with various clients to:
- Conceptualize, Initiate and Manage Online Web, Internet & email Marketing campaigns
- Lead & Coordinate various aspects of Online Acquisition & Retention Marketing efforts designed to drive site traffic. PPC (pay-per-click), SEO (search engine optimization), SEM (search engine marketing), Affiliate programs, Portals, Comparison Shopping sites, Affinity sites, email marketing acquisition & retention programs; Product data feed driven programs & other media-based business building activities.
- Analyze Metrics of Marketing Campaigns, Web Sites & Portals (SEO, Usability, Keywords & Keyphrases, Structure, Lead Generation, Customer Database, etc.), Create Reports, and Consult on effective Strategic Solutions for better ROI.
- Advise on content for Lead Generation, Retention, Return visits, Lead Conversion, SEO, SEM, etc.
- Develop entertaining yet informative Newsletters and collateral materials
- Create innovative Graphic Design
- Explaining & Offering high bandwidth/low bandwidth options
- Full Life-Cycle local and Web-based Application Development
- Site maintenance and communication establishment
Integratech
Interactive Communications Specialist
Atlanta, GA, USA
1995 � 1998
Interactive Communications Specialist
Atlanta, GA, USA
1995 � 1998
- Initiated company website development to improve communications
- Facilitated inter-departmental communications via reports, newsletters, etc.
- Documented and trained teams on various software packages
- Prepared reports based on sales and Customer Service Representatives
- Managed team of over twenty customer service representatives
Associations
- The National Eagle Scout Association
- The Online Marketing Research Organization
- The Management Solutions Network
- The International Webmaster Association
- The HTML Writers Group
- The Web Design and Developers Association
- The Atlanta ColdFusion Users Group
- The Internet Society
Professional Development Courses
2004 Certificate in Total Customer Experience2004 Certificate in Quality Workforce Development (Hewlett-Packard)
2004 Certificate in Data Privacy (Hewlett-Packard)
1999 Certificate in Developing Web Applications, NTI (New Technologies Instruction)
Education
University of GeorgiaBusiness � Marketing
1991 � 1995