Manikandan Ravichandran | EdTech & Business Development Leader

Introduction

About Me

Results-driven EdTech Manager with expertise in learning strategy, product implementation, stakeholder coordination, and driving student success through technology-enabled education solutions.

Career Path

Work Experience

Aug 2025 – Dec 2025

Manager

Peopleclick Learning

Managing team leads and trainers.
Handling batch scheduling.
Executing digital marketing campaigns.
Creating training and marketing content.

Dec 2022 – Jul 2025

Business Development Manager

EduBridge Learning

Led a high-performing sales team with a monthly revenue target of ₹20 Lakhs.
Managed end-to-end IT course sales including lead generation, student counselling, product pitching, and final conversion.
Tracked team KPIs, provided regular coaching, and improved overall productivity.
Coordinated with marketing and operations teams to align campaigns and optimize sales funnels.
Built strong customer relationships and ensured a smooth enrolment experience across all IT programs.

Feb 2021 – Aug 2022

Team Lead

Toppr

Supervised and coached a team of 21 ISMs, ensuring consistent performance and achievement of monthly targets.
Led end-to-end sales cycle for SaaS products for education centres and IT training programs.
Improved team productivity through regular training, performance reviews, and strategic task allocation.
Collaborated with product and marketing teams to streamline processes and improve lead conversion.
Maintained strong client relationships across the education and IT sector.

Mar 2019 – Feb 2021

Business Development Executive

ICICI Prudential

Conducted sales and insurance training for advisors, improving product knowledge and compliance understanding.
Managed end-to-end client relationship processes (onboarding, policy explanation, need analysis).
Delivered product presentations and performance coaching to enhance team customer handling skills.
Ensured smooth coordination between customers, sales teams, and branch operations for policy issuance.
Resolved queries promptly to maintain long-term client relationships.

Sep 2015 – Feb 2021

Junior Sales Representative

Knoho Groups

Responsible for direct sales and customer acquisition in the Goa region.
Built strong customer relationships and maintained high service standards.

Expertise

Core Skills

Team Leadership

SaaS Sales

IT Course Sales

CRM

Lead Generation

Training Operations

Digital Marketing

Success Stories

Featured Projects

Growth Strategy & Ops

Implemented a data-driven sales funnel that increased conversion rates by 40% within 6 months.

Leadership Excellence

Scaled a sales team from 5 to 21 ISMs, maintaining a 230% target achievement rate.

Recommendations

Professional Voice

Manikandan is one of the most dedicated sales leaders I've worked with. His focus on EdTech strategy is unmatched.

Regional Sales Head EduBridge Learning

Exceptional trainer and leader. He knows how to motivate a team to hit high-pressure targets consistently.

Ops Manager Peopleclick Learning

Academic Background

Education

Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)

Kalaignar Karunanidhi Institute Of Technology

Recognition

Key Achievements

Best Team Lead – EduBridge Learning

Achieved 230% revenue targets

Best Employee – ICICI Prudential (2021)

Languages

Tamil

Native or Bilingual Proficiency

English

Native or Bilingual Proficiency

Kannada

Professional Working Proficiency

Resume

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Beyond Work

Interests

Digital Marketing & EdTech Innovations Sales Strategy & Market Trends Content Creation EdTech Product Innovation Team Building & Coaching

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Email

manikandanrajathi11@gmail.com

Phone

+91 8438714796

Location

Coimbatore, India