Karthik K - Fractional CMO from Singapore

Location: Singapore.
Karthik K is a Fractional CMO for hire - CMO Index

Karthik K Professional Overview:

As a Senior Marketing Leader with over a decade+ of international experience, I specialize in developing and executing effective global and regional marketing strategies across diverse sectors, including Staffing & HR, IT, Consulting, and Fintech. My career spans key markets across the Asia Pacific (Singapore, India, Australia, Japan, Greater China, Malaysia, Korea, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Middle East), North America, Europe, LATAM, and France, where I’ve led initiatives that consistently drive growth, maximize ROI, and elevate brand presence.

My expertise includes Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy, Digital Marketing, B2B & B2C Campaigns, Demand Generation, Branding, Customer Experience (NPS), and CRM Management. I am dedicated to creating value by ensuring every project and campaign is strategically aligned to deliver meaningful results. My approach prioritizes clear KPIs, actionable goals, and deep collaboration, helping teams stay focused and achieve success.

In May 2023, I founded Vyugh Marketing to help address Marketing needs for SMBs and StartUps. As Managing Partner, I lead our mission to empower brands through tailored marketing solutions that build lasting legacies and drive impactful growth. Vyugh combines a focus on strategic positioning, brand development, and market insights to support fintech leaders in today’s dynamic landscape.

I believe that effective marketing is people-centric. Engaging stakeholders, maintaining open lines of communication, and fostering a collaborative environment are critical to success. I'm passionate about connecting with others, so feel free to reach out – I look forward to connecting and exploring new opportunities to innovate and grow.

Professional Highlights

💡Key skills

Marketing Strategy • Brand Marketing • Content Marketing • Content Strategy • Demand Generation • Digital Marketing • Email Marketing • Lead Generation • Marketing Consulting • Performance Marketing

📜 Previous notable roles

1) Avvanz (Fractional CMO, 2023–Present): Leading global marketing strategy, demand generation, and brand positioning in the background verification and HRTech space.

2) Vyugh Marketing (Founder & Managing Partner, 2023–Present): Built a consultancy dedicated to fintech and B2B companies in Singapore and India, delivering tailored GTM, branding, and growth solutions.

3) ManpowerGroup (13+ years, Regional Marketing Director APAC & ME): Spearheaded regional GTM strategy across 14+ countries, generating 1,000+ MQLs and USD 120M in revenue impact, while leading performance marketing, brand, and CX initiatives.

4) Virtusa & e24 Technologies (Early Career): Held senior marketing and business development roles, building a strong foundation in B2B growth and client engagement.

🔧 Service types offered

Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Product Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, UX Analysis, E-mail marketing, Market Research, Marketing Operation Audit, Team Management

🏭 Industry specializations

Fintech, Workforce Solutions, IT

📅 Availability

Weekly 1/2 days or split 2 hours daily

🌎 Languages

English. Proficient.

💵 Rates

3500 to 5000 SGD per month, based on project.

📝 Additional info

Marketing goes beyond campaigns: It’s about clarity, consistency, and real connection. Whether it’s crafting a go-to-market strategy, building category-defining brands, or navigating the ever-evolving AI-powered landscape, the mission remains the same: “Drive measurable impact that resonates with CXOs and reflects directly on the bottom line", which is what I strive to achieve every day to my clients as a Fractional CMO.

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