SHIVANGALI K. TOOLSIE-SANKAR
Business Development Specialist
Longdenville,London St.
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Business Development Specialist with 15 years’ experience across Marketing, HR, Healthcare, and Product/Service industries. Skilled in driving market expansion, building strategic partnerships, and leading multi-channel marketing initiatives that strengthen brand presence and deliver measurable growth. Known for blending creativity with data-driven insights to support product development, customer-focused programmes, and corporate strategies. Strong communicator and relationship-builder with a proven ability to position organizations as trusted leaders. A visionary yet pragmatic professional who thrives at the intersection of creativity, analytics, and operational excellence. Passionate about creating authentic connections between brands and communities, championing innovation, and supporting long-term organisational sustainability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Business Development Consultant/ Marketing Manager
Caribbean Heart Care Medcorp Ltd (CHCm)
05.2019 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic marketing, communications, and business development initiatives to strengthen CHCm’s position as a leading cardiovascular care provider in the Caribbean.
- Spearheaded multi-channel campaigns (digital, print, events), created patient education and stakeholder materials, and managed community outreach programmes.
- Forged partnerships with insurance providers, pharmacies, gyms, and corporate organizations to expand referral networks.
- Represented CHCm at national and regional health events, while advising leadership on branding, anniversary milestones, and service expansion.
- Recommended growth strategies to enhance CHCm’s visibility regionally, emphasizing local expertise, trust, and holistic follow-up care.
Marketing Strategist
A.N Media Limited
01.2013 - 09.2024
- Designed and executed data-driven marketing strategies across diverse industries, aligning creative concepts with client business objectives to maximize brand visibility and ROI.
- Conducted market research, competitor analysis, and audience segmentation to develop targeted campaigns across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
- Collaborated with creative, media, and client service teams to deliver integrated campaigns, ensuring consistent messaging and measurable impact.
- Provided strategic insights, campaign reporting, and optimization recommendations to enhance client engagement, retention, and growth.
Senior Business Banking Officer
Scotia Bank Trinidad & Tobago
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Coordinated with branch managers and senior management to develop various strategies for business development.
- Administered and provided comprehensive banking services to all small and mid-size businesses.
- Maintained sales pipeline, kept track of same and maintained good relationships with clients.
- Collected financial data and provided solutions to cater to individual needs.
- Administered cross selling of bank products and services to customers.
- Ensured compliance to all policies and regulations and addressed any business related issue.
- Analyzed customer requirements and developed appropriate banking products.
- Participated in various meetings and prepared strategies for increasing business.
- Maintained high quality of all banking assets such as loans and overdrafts.
- Ensured optimal levels of customer services at all times.
Public Management Analyst (Mandatory National Scholarship Service to GoRTT)
Ministry of Public Administration- Public Management Consultancy Division
08.2011 - 04.2016
- Conducted assignments in the review, evaluation, research, development and implementation of public sector management policy procedures.
- Provided client services to a group of Agencies/Divisions and employees within a selected area of Public Management, with particular focus on Human Resource Management (Recruitment & Selection, Compensation & Benefits Management, HR Development & Strategic HRM Renewal), Strategic Planning, Policy Management and Service Delivery Improvement, and Project Management.
- Participated as a member of a team to provide consulting services in areas of management, such as business process reengineering, organizational performance and design, job description development; and advised Ministries and Departments on the implementation of related management policies and strategies.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School: Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, UK08-2015
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, Economics and Finance
University of The West Indies
08-2011
CAPE Certificate - Management of Business, Economics, Accounting, Caribbean Studies, Communication Studies
Lakshmi Girls Hindu College (LGHC)
08-2008
Skills
- Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical capabilities
- Leadership ability with experience managing teams or cross-functional stakeholders
- Passionate about R&D & Branding: trends, consumer behavior, product Innovations and cycles
- Innovative mindset with the ability to identify and create new market opportunities
- Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced industry
Certification
National Safety Council - NSC First Aid Course, 2015
AWARDS RECEIVED:
- First Class Honors Award- University of the West Indies, 2011
- National Additional Scholarship- Government of Trinidad and Tobago, 2008
- Outstanding Business Studies Student Award- LGHC, 2008
- LGHC Alumnae Award for Business Studies Scholarship- LGHC, 2008
- Honors Roll, outstanding performance and excellence in extracurricular activities- LGHC, 2008
- Most Outstanding Female Student Award- Cunupia High School, 2004-2006
- “Guardian in Education” Essay Writing Award- Trinidad Publishing Co., 2005
- RBTT Young Leaders Certificate of Achievement- RBTT, 2005
- U.S.A State of Louisiana Completion of Abstinence Education Curriculum and Club Program Award, 2004
- Voice of One Over-comers Club Certificate in Peer Counseling, Values Clarification and Moral Development, 2003
- Top Student Award- 2002 & 2003
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT TRAINING:
- The Ministry of Public Administration - Microsoft SharePoint 2013, 2014
- Public Management Consulting Division - Human Relations Training Module, Professional/Consulting Skills Module, Core Competencies and Enabling Skills Module, 2013
- The Ministry of Public Administration - Windows 7 Essentials, Microsoft Office Suite 2010, IHRIS Position Management, 2012
INTEREST/ MEMBERSHIP/ AFFILIATION:
- Heart Foundation of Trinidad & Tobago
- Diabetes Association of Trinidad & Tobago
- National Scholarship Alumni Association of Trinidad and Tobago- Member
- Circle K International/ Kiwanis Club- Secretary (2008-2010)/ Member
REFERENCES:
- Mrs. Ishta Rampersad-Antoni
Attorney-at-Law
1-868-361-6657
- Mr. Avinash Ramnarine
Accountant/ CFO
1-868-681-0505
- Dr. Kloss Persad
Medical Practitioner
1-868-298-7772
- Ms. Eden Pope
Lieutenant Commander- TTCG
1-868-718-3812
Timeline
Business Development Consultant/ Marketing Manager
Caribbean Heart Care Medcorp Ltd (CHCm)
05.2019 - Current
Senior Business Banking Officer
Scotia Bank Trinidad & Tobago
05.2016 - 09.2016
Marketing Strategist
A.N Media Limited
01.2013 - 09.2024
Public Management Analyst (Mandatory National Scholarship Service to GoRTT)
Ministry of Public Administration- Public Management Consultancy Division
08.2011 - 04.2016
Master of Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School: Heriot-Watt University
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, Economics and Finance
University of The West Indies
CAPE Certificate - Management of Business, Economics, Accounting, Caribbean Studies, Communication Studies
Lakshmi Girls Hindu College (LGHC)