Anupama Varma Chand

Senior Account Director/ Head Of English Editorial at APCO Worldwide

Anupama Varma Chand has a diverse work experience in various roles within the communications and media industry. Anupama Varma started their career as a Reporter and Senior Features Writer for Khaleej Times from November 1998 to December 2004. Anupama Varma then worked as an Assistant Editor for The Economic Times from June 2005 to February 2006.

Anupama went on to become the Head of Corporate Communications at Ma Foi Strategic Consultants Pvt Ltd from September 2006 to February 2007. In this role, they led the Corporate Communications division and managed internal and external brand building projects across multiple subsidiaries.

Anupama Varma joined Dubai One - Dubai Media Incorporated as a Writer and Researcher from September 2007 to February 2009. Here, they were involved in creating scripts and screenplays for a weekly talk show and supported the production and filming of each episode.

Anupama then worked as a Project Coordinator in the New Media Division of Dubai Media Incorporated from August 2009 to January 2010. In this position, they gained experience in project planning and management within the IT department.

From June 2010 to November 2012, they worked as a Freelance Writer and Journalist for Gulf News. Anupama Varma wrote articles and conducted interviews for the Gulf News Friday magazine and Property Weekly.

Anupama Varma then joined Nadd AlShiba PR & Event Management as a Media Manager and Editorial Consultant from November 2012 to March 2013. In this role, they planned and organized communications for the annual Airport Show in Dubai and coordinated editorial research for a book on the history of aviation in the UAE.

Currently, Anupama is working at APCO Worldwide since November 2013. Anupama Varma initially joined as an English Editor and was later promoted to the position of Senior Account Director and Head of English Editorial. Anupama Varma is responsible for ensuring the quality of press releases and communications collateral for clients in the government and private sector in the UAE and the wider Middle East region. Additionally, they collaborate with APCO's senior executive team on management decisions and plays a key role in planning communications strategies for key events.

Anupama Varma Chand started their education at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, where they obtained their High School Certificate from 1977 to 1989. During this time, they studied subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English Core, and Advanced English.

Following their high school education, Anupama enrolled at Women's Christian College in Chennai from 1989 to 1992. Here, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. Anupama Varma'scoursework included subjects such as English Life and Literature, Newspaper Organisation & Management, Advertising & PR, and Journalism.

After completing their bachelor's degree, Anupama Varma Chand furthered their education at the University of Madras from 1992 to 1994. During this period, they pursued a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs.

Based on the provided information, Anupama's educational journey consisted of completing their high school education, followed by a bachelor's degree, and finally a master's degree.

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