Dr. Rolando Jhay Gaspar Jr., IAC-CC™️

Promoted from Vice President of the Dholakia Foundation to Chief Media Officer of Hari Krishna Exports within just three months from appointment. Now serving as Chief Consultant for the Hari Krishna Group.

I transformed the company’s media and marketing, establishing a high-performing department that launched HK’s global brand. I crafted a unique brand narrative integrating sustainability, luxury, and craftsmanship while spearheading international campaigns and high-impact digital content.

Beyond branding, I aligned media initiatives with revenue growth, implementing marketing automation and innovative SOPs that made HK’s media operations scalable, data-driven, and award-winning. Through storytelling, digital transformation, and strategic positioning, I mainstreamed HK’s brand, skyrocketing its reputation as a global leader in ethical luxury.

Accomplishments Overview

1. Pioneering the Media & Marketing Department

  • Built from Scratch: Established the Media & Marketing Department, defining its structure, roles, and long-term vision.
  • Team Formation: Recruited, trained, and developed high-performing teams: Admin & Finance, Multimedia, Website & App, Social Media, Content Creation, Graphics & Design, File Management, and Marketing.
  • Brand Identity & Messaging: Created a cohesive brand narrative aligning with HK’s values, culture, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Leadership & Integration: Positioned the department as a strategic function, collaborating across other department for maximum impact.

2. People & Productivity (Management)

  • Cross-Department Synergy: Bridged systematic collaboration between media, marketing, sales, and operations to drive efficiency and alignment.
  • Talent Development: Implemented regular training programs that enhanced teams’ technical skills and holistic well-being.
  • Performance Metrics: Developed key performance indicators (KPIs) to track campaign success and employee productivity.
  • Culture & Innovation: Facilitated a culture of creativity and accountability, leading to better engagement and output.

3. Processes & Systems (SOPs & Workflow Optimization)

  • Standardized SOPs: Designed and implemented structured workflows for content creation, campaign execution, and approvals, etc.
  • Marketing Automation: Introduced tools and systems for efficiency in social media, email marketing, and analytics, et al.
  • Crisis Management Framework: Established protocols for PR crisis management and brand reputation protection.
  • Scalability & Documentation: Created process documentation for future scalability and knowledge transfer.

4. Product & Brand Visibility (Marketing)

  • Global Branding: Led international campaigns that positioned HK as a top-tier brand in the diamond industry.
  • Sustainability & CSR Storytelling: Mainstreamed HK’s sustainability initiatives into the brand narrative.
  • Multi-Channel Presence: Expanded marketing efforts across digital, social media, trade shows, and PR.
  • Creative Content Leadership: Spearheaded high-quality content, including videos, articles, and brand documentaries.

5. Profit & Growth (Sales & Business Impact)

  • Revenue-Driven Marketing: Launched campaigns directly contributing to increased sales and brand trust.
  • Lead Generation & Conversion: Optimized strategies to attract and convert high-value clients through storytelling.
  • Luxury Market Positioning: Transformed HK’s perception from a diamond supplier to a prestigious luxury brand.
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthened relationships with international clients, resulting in repeat business.

Some Key Campaigns & Results

Consistently outperforming major competitors in Social Media metrics

81.1% growth of followers and 18.9% growth in engagement, with average reach of 455,270 accounts in company pages. Competitor analysis shows HK ranked first in all key areas—average likes, followers, engagement, and comments. All achieved organically with zero ad spend.

Brand Ambassadors’ Pages reach millions

HK Chairman’s Account (that we manage) consistently reaching millions of views and engagement: https://www.instagram.com/savjidholakia

Prime Minister of India recognized the Jal Utsav event co-facilitated by HK Media Department

Event Highlights: https://youtu.be/A8Da0ohcd7k?si=e4FkrHDrGHLttz_1

Revamp of digital footprints: Website and Social Media

Redesigned company foundations’ website from an old static website to a modern story-centric website that attracted partners and donors of sustainability initiatives.

YouTube Channel Silver Button Award in less than a year

Founder’s YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@DholakiaSavji

Multiple International CSR and ESG Awards

Award TitleAward-giving Body
International Business Award-Management Team of the YearSteive Award
Best Growing CompanyJewellery World Awards
Manufcturer of the YearJewellery World Awards
Industry Leadership AwardIDCA
Extraordinary 40’ AwardJewellery World Awards
Water Sustainability Award 2022-23 by TERITERI
The Indian Family Business Awards 2022IFBA
CIBJO Award in JaipurCIBJO
40 under 40 AwardGJEPC
Global Iconic Entertainment and Business Awards – 2023GIEBA
Corporate Leadership AwardsPL Capital

*only few of the many corporate awards

Mainstreamed and recognized by international diamond institutions

Name of InstitutionLink
Only Natural Diamondshttps://www.naturaldiamonds.com/in/inside-the-world-of-diamonds/hari-krishna-sustainability-story-with-natural-diamonds/
Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)https://www.responsiblejewellery.com/member/hari-krishna-exports/
Rio Tinto Select Diamantaires» Hari Krishna Exports Pvt Ltd (selectdiamantaire.com)
De Beers SightholdersHari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. – Global Sightholder Sales (debeersgroup.com)
Original LuxuryHari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (HK) – Members – ORIGINALLUXURY
UN Global Compacthttps://unglobalcompact.org/what-is-gc/participants/161016-Hari-Krishna-Exports-Pvt-Ltd-
Jewellery Worlds Awardshttps://www.jwawards.com/results/hari-krishna-exports-pvt-ltd/
Zauba CorpHARI KRISHNA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED – Company, directors and contact details | Zauba Corp
Easy Ledzhttps://www.easyleadz.com/company/hari-krishna-exports
Get Prospecthttps://getprospect.com/business-directory/hk-co
Rocketreachhttps://rocketreach.co/hari-krishna-exports-pvt-ltd-profile_b5f38cbef9cb4eff
The Company CheckHari Krishna Exports | Company Profile | The Company Check
Apollohttps://www.apollo.io/companies/Hari-Krishna-Exports-Pvt–Ltd-/55f9586df3e5bb1a4f0002ef
Diamond Worldhttps://www.diamondworld.net/archival/7749

Standardized not only the company’s social media accounts, but also the top management’s brand image and content

Conceptualized successful brand for large diamonds

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Conceptualized Mission 102030

A global environmental initiative recognized by 1t.org

Transformed all manual processes into innovative online systems

From manual input sheet
to a dynamic web-based (with App) database management system

Consolidated SDG Accomplishments and submitted to United Nations agencies

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Automated Marketing Emails