YoY pipeline growth across global segments at DTN International through strategic positioning
Anitha Yadappa
I translate complex product features into compelling narratives that stick.
Utrecht, Netherlands

Global Marketing Lead
CoralDune Partners · Utrecht
Years
01 · Selected results
Impact I create
Market share grown at Videocon Industries via launch campaigns and competitive differentiation
Business units led across South Asia and Middle East with consistent global messaging
Recognised as Influential Marketing Leader (under 30) for national campaign on safety standards in India
02 · About
Who I am
A collaborative global marketing lead with 15+ years in B2B SaaS, IaaS and DaaS. I'm curious, enthusiastic about AI, and I work exceptionally well under pressure. Also: I have a beagle, and I write poetry and create mandala art to stay grounded. I enjoy reading, running and am a globe trotter.
Persona-driven GTM execution
End-to-end product launches, positioning frameworks, messaging strategies, customer engagement and market differentiation.
Sales enablement tools & assets
Battle cards, decks and content libraries designed to accelerate complex B2B sales.
Competitive & market intelligence
Deep research and digital journey mapping that inform product roadmaps and strategic growth.
Cross-functional leadership
Strategic advisor to Product, Sales and Executive teams to align business goals with market insights.
03 · AI & automation
Latest: AI & marketing automation
Claude Pro certified. Built custom AI tools including GTM Strategy Builder, Persona Craft AI, AI Journey Orchestrator, Competitive Intelligence Pro, SEO Auditor and Content Repurposing Engine. I believe AI should amplify marketing strategy, not replace it.
- GTM Strategy Builder01
- Persona Craft AI02
- AI Journey Orchestrator03
- Competitive Intelligence Pro04
- SEO Auditor05
- Content Repurposing Engine06
04 · Experience
Professional experience
CoralDune Partners
Global Marketing Lead
Feb 2026 — Present · Utrecht, NL
- Own AI-focused product positioning, digital journey mapping and collateral planning for new products and global audiences.
- Set up AI automation for the marketing engine — develop playbooks and messaging frameworks.
- Lead international GTM and trade show strategies for Middle East, India and Europe across compliance, sustainability and AI solutions (LeXora, HexaGrid, CoDeX).
- Develop buyer personas, competitive intelligence and industry narratives with cross-functional international stakeholders.
- Create effective product storytelling across marketing channels and customer touchpoints.
DTN International
Senior Manager, Product Marketing
Jan 2018 — Feb 2026 · Utrecht, NL
- Led end-to-end product launches and GTM strategies across eight global segments: Maritime, Utilities, Renewables, Offshore, Outdoor Safety, Aviation and Transportation.
- Created positioning frameworks and message houses that translated complex platform capabilities for enterprise, mid-market, developers and technology leads.
- Built extensive sales enablement: presentations, battle cards, competitive comparisons, objection-handling resources and persona-driven content libraries.
- Conducted market research including the 'Journey to Digitalisation in Maritime' study.
- Orchestrated buyer-centric selling program and persona project across all sectors.
- Managed strategic partnerships with Esri, NVIDIA and AWS.
- Strategic advisor to Product and Sales on market insights and commercial strategy.
UL (Global Safety Standards Organization)
Head of Marketing — South Asia & Middle East
May 2013 — Nov 2017 · Chicago & Bangalore
- Led marketing for 15 business units across two regions — integrated GTM strategies for diverse markets.
- Managed industry analyst relationships and engagement programs.
- Created thought leadership through white papers, research articles and partnerships with government and NGO organizations.
- National campaign with NDTV: 'India Demands Safety Standards' — recognised as influential marketing leader (under 30).
- Built and led cross-functional teams ensuring consistent product storytelling across all channels.
Additional global roles (South Asia & Middle East)
01Marketing ExecutiveVidal Health Care Services (TTK Health Care), Bangalore · 2012 — 2013
Launched Vidal Health Care and Berund Clinics brands; managed global marketing and brand team.
- —Led the brand transition campaign repositioning TTK Healthcare as Vidal Health Care, managing the end-to-end rebrand across messaging, collateral, and market communication.
- —Launched and managed the Berund Clinics brand portfolio, building integrated campaigns spanning brand positioning, local activation, and acquisition messaging.
02National Product Marketing ManagerVideocon Industries, Bangalore · 2009 — 2012
Managed $200k monthly budget; led national campaigns including IPL sponsorship (Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders).
- —Held full P&L accountability for a $200K monthly national marketing budget, directly responsible for translating spend into measurable, trackable market share gains across the consumer electronics portfolio.
- —Grew national market share from 3% to 23% by re-architecting multi-segment brand positioning and go-to-market strategy across price tiers and regional markets.
- —Designed and ran a national IPL sponsorship and celebrity activation program (Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians), converting high-visibility cricket partnerships into brand recall and in-market activation.
- —Partnered with the national sales organization to translate campaign visibility into dealer- and outlet-level sell-through, aligning launch timing and promotional spend with distribution readiness.
03Regional Marketing Head, SouthTata Teleservices Ltd, Bangalore · 2004 — 2009
Managed $800k annual budget; led Tata Business Excellence Module (core to Tata Motors & Jaguar deal, 2008).
- —Held full regional budget ownership of $800K annually, with ROI accountability across 5 business units — Prepaid, Postpaid, Retail, Channel, and Tata Value Hub Stores, Tata's company-owned retail network — giving direct visibility from marketing spend to in-store sell-through.
- —Built and ran the region's trade and channel partner program, aligning retailer incentives, in-store merchandising, and campaign timing with sales targets across the southern region.
- —Directed celebrity-led launch campaigns, fundraisers, and sponsorships with leading Bollywood and cricket talent, turning high-profile partnerships into regional and national activation moments.
- —Led cross-functional planning with sales and retail operations to keep campaigns, launch timing, and channel promotions aligned with stock availability and regional revenue targets.
04Marketing AnalystTyco Fire & Security, Bangalore
Market analysis, messaging, dealer management and campaign planning.
05 · Skills
Core competencies
Positioning & messaging
Product Positioning · Messaging Frameworks · Category Positioning · Brand Positioning · Pricing Propositions
Go-to-market
GTM Strategy · Product Launch Planning · Buyer Personas · Customer Journey Mapping · TAM & Market Sizing
Demand & enablement
ABM · Campaign Management · Sales Enablement · Trade Show Strategy · Developer Marketing · PR & Analyst Relations · Partner Management
Intelligence & ops
Competitive Intelligence · Market Research · Content Strategy · Marketing Operations · Digital Marketing (SEO, SEM) · AI Marketing Automation
Industry expertise
06 · Credentials
Education & certifications
Mastering AI in Digital Marketing
London Business School · 2026
Ethics in AI in Digital Marketing
Knowledge Academy · 2024
MSc International Marketing & Strategy
Radboud University, Netherlands · 2018
MBA Marketing Management
Delhi University, India · 2001
BSc
Bangalore University, India
Languages
07 · Let's talk
Let's build something
memorable.
Open to senior product & brand marketing leadership across the Netherlands and EU.