Pawan Bhatia
About Pawan Bhatia
Pawan Bhatia serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategy & Insights at Porter Novelli, where he leads strategic planning and insights programs. He has extensive experience in research methodologies and has held various positions in organizations such as National Geographic and Choice Hotels International.
Current Role at Porter Novelli
Pawan Bhatia serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategy & Insights at Porter Novelli. In this role, he leads strategic planning and insights programs for a diverse portfolio of clients, which includes corporations, government agencies, and industry associations. He guides cross-functional teams in developing campaigns and experiences that resonate with audiences and align with strategic objectives. His leadership focuses on managing teams to achieve high performance while fostering opportunities for team growth and development.
Previous Experience at National Geographic
Before joining Porter Novelli, Pawan Bhatia worked at National Geographic as the Senior Research Manager for Consumer Insights from 2015 to 2016. During his tenure, he utilized various research methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative research, social listening, and syndicated trends, to accurately represent the voice of the customer. This experience contributed to his expertise in understanding consumer behavior and preferences.
Career at Porter Novelli
Pawan Bhatia's career at Porter Novelli began in 2016 when he took on the role of Vice President of Strategic Planning, Analytics & Research. He held this position until 2019, after which he was promoted to Senior Vice President, Strategy & Insights. His work at Porter Novelli has involved leading strategic initiatives and insights programs that support a variety of clients across different sectors.
Educational Background
Pawan Bhatia earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Marketing and Finance from the University of Delaware's Lerner College of Business and Economics. He attended the university from 1989 to 1993, where he developed a strong foundation in business principles that have informed his career in strategy and insights.
Past Roles and Experience
Prior to his current role, Pawan Bhatia accumulated extensive experience in research and analytics. He served as the Director of Consumer Research at Choice Hotels International from 2004 to 2015, and as a Research Strategist at Discovery Communications from 1999 to 2004. His early career included a position as a Credit Analyst at Chase for six months in 1994. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of consumer insights and strategic planning.