Educational qualifications : B Sc BTech

Work experience – 45 years – in the auto industry

Presently  working as President Marketing in Madras Engineering Industries Pvt Ltd

Previous experience

Mando Automotive – Jt MD 1.5 years and superannuated from Anand group

Gabriel India – Director Marketing & Biz Development – 10 years

Tafe -head After Market – 4 years

Purolator India – GM Marketing – 5 years

Rane Madras Ltd – Dy GM Sales & Marketing – 4 years

Sundaram Clayton Ltd – joined as GET – 10 years

Skills

1. Industry mapping, forecasting of Auto industry thru identifying drivers, indexes to build mid, long term forecasts
2. Business management – working capital management, product contribution improvement, strategy  planning for mid & long term organisation business
3. Budgeting – revenue, expenditure, investments monitor ROI
4. Product costing – costs, investments & ROI, recovery, setting up methodology for periodic cost recovery
5. Team – competency & skill study, gaps, evolve training modules for team skill upgradation, ensure continuous learning
6. DRMs – manage thru teams daily, weekly and monthly routines to achieve set targets
7. Communication

Credits and pastime

1. Awarded the coveted “Chairman Award” at Anand group for turning around Mando automotive
2. Student guide, selection committee involvement in Great Lakes

Sreelakshmi Sanjit is a seasoned marketing, customer experience, and communications professional with over 25 years of regional leadership across Asia Pacific, driving brand growth, digital transformation, and engagement strategies.

Professional Experience

• Currently GM at Larsen & Toubro Construction, leading digital communication platforms, brand repositioning, and change management initiatives.
• Former Marketing head at KONE, based in Singapore, boosting lead generation, customer satisfaction, and sustainability engagement across Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa.
• Past roles include pioneering marketing functions at KONE India, launching brands at Amara Raja , and establishing market leadership in automotive batteries (Amaron).
• Early career spans media, telecom, and cosmetics sectors.

Key Achievements

• Increased brand recall from ground zero to 35%, customer satisfaction by 50%, and employee engagement to 90%.
• Led digital content, internal collaboration, and customer loyalty campaigns recognized with awards.
• Implemented innovative marketing strategies, including safety campaigns, market expansion, and CSR projects.
• Improved the top and bottom of the funnel in double digits.

Education & Recognitions

• Completed leadership programs at IIM Ahmedabad, IMD Lausanne, and others.
• Recognized globally for strategy, PR, service campaigns, and internal communication excellence.
• Serves on advisory boards, speaks at industry forums, and mentors internationally.

Area of Expertise: Marketing & Strategy

Amit Tyagi is a seasoned business leader with more than two decades of corporate and entrepreneurial experience spanning Marketing, Pre-sales, Business Development, Alliance Management, and Sales. He joined HTC Global Services in 2022, bringing extensive experience in building growth strategies, developing high-performance teams, and driving transformational business outcomes.

Prior to HTC Global Services, he served as Chief Marketing Officer at Apexon. His career includes leadership roles across global technology organizations such as Dell, Intel, and Sonata Software, as well as leading manufacturing organizations including GE and Crompton Greaves. He has also been an entrepreneur in the Digital and MarTech space, giving him a strong understanding of both corporate and entrepreneurial environments.

Areas of Expertise

• Marketing Strategy & Brand Management
• Sales & Business Development
• Pre-sales & Go-to-Market Strategy
• Alliance & Partner Management
• Digital & MarTech
• Customer-Centric Business Transformation
• Leadership & High-Performance Teams
• Innovation & Operational Excellence

Career & Professional Highlights

• Joined HTC Global Services in 2022, bringing over two decades of leadership experience across marketing, sales, business development, pre-sales, and alliances.
• Previously served as Chief Marketing Officer at Apexon, leading marketing and growth initiatives for a global technology organization.
• Held leadership positions with leading technology companies including Dell, Intel, and Sonata Software.
• Gained cross-industry leadership experience with manufacturing organizations including GE and Crompton Greaves.
• Built entrepreneurial experience through a venture in the Digital/MarTech space, combining technology, marketing, and innovation.
• Known for creative problem-solving, operational excellence, customer focus, and transformational business impact.
• Recognized as a result-driven, inspiring, authentic, and innovative leader with a strong track record of creating high-performance cultures and winning teams.
• Regularly participates as a Guest Speaker, Keynote Speaker, and Panelist on marketing, innovation, and leadership for leading industry bodies and higher education institutions.
• Member of the NASSCOM Marketing Council, contributing to industry discussions and perspectives on marketing and technology.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified from GE.
• Holds a B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Marketing from IMT Ghaziabad.

Jayapradeep Vasudevan is a seasoned business leader and automotive industry professional with over 28 years of experience spanning business strategy, sales operations, network expansion, marketing, customer experience, and organizational leadership. He has held senior leadership positions across the automotive and electric mobility sectors, with experience spanning tractors, passenger cars, motorcycles, and electric vehicles.

Currently serving as Head – National Business Operations at Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles, he is responsible for driving the business across the Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA motorcycle portfolio. His leadership experience includes building and scaling businesses, developing market strategies, strengthening dealer networks, enhancing customer experience, and leading large sales and marketing teams.

Areas of Expertise

• Business strategy, sales operations, and market development
• Go-to-market strategy and business growth
• Premium brand management and customer experience
• Dealer network development and channel strategy
• Electric vehicle business and emerging mobility
• Strategic business planning and market analytics
• Sales leadership, team building, coaching, and performance management
• Retail finance, network expansion, and business transformation

Career & Academic Highlights

• Head – National Business Operations at Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles, driving the business for the Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA motorcycle portfolio.
• Previously served as President – 2 Wheelers at Kinetic Green, leading the two-wheeler business with a focus on establishing E-Luna as a category leader and creating new opportunities in the EV scooter segment.
• Served as Chief Business Officer at Raptee.HV, where he focused on establishing the brand as a premium EV player in India and international markets, while developing premium customer experiences and supporting organizational growth.
• Spent 14+ years with Royal Enfield, including serving as Business Head – India & SAARC, leading a team of 250+ sales and marketing professionals and driving business growth, market expansion, and customer experience.
• At Royal Enfield, played a key role in dealer network expansion, adding 430 dealerships in three years, while also conceptualizing new dealership formats and completing 250 Studio Stores in two months.
• Led strategic business planning and analytics initiatives, including statistical volume forecasting that achieved 94% accuracy, and strengthened sales capability through structured training and skill-development initiatives.
• As Zonal Head at Royal Enfield, consistently achieved a CAGR of more than 53% in the zone and helped the brand achieve 27% market share in the premium motorcycle segment.
• Earlier held leadership positions with Hindustan Motors and TAFE, building extensive experience in passenger cars, tractors, dealer management, sales, and regional business development.
• Holds a PGXPM from Great Lakes Institute of Management, along with leadership programs from Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and Indian School of Business.
• Holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Agricultural Engineering from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.

Area of Expertise: Sales, Strategy & Digital Transformation

Manu Khanna is a dynamic sales and business transformation professional with 15+ years of industry experience across the Communications, High-Tech, Technology, and Consulting sectors. He currently serves as Vice President – Enterprise Sales at HighRadius, where he leads enterprise growth and business development for AI-powered solutions covering Order-to-Cash, Accounts Receivables, and Treasury Management across High-Tech and emerging industry verticals.

He brings extensive experience in enterprise sales, solution selling, business development, digital transformation, strategic account management, and C-suite engagement. His career includes significant leadership experience at Accenture, where he worked across sales, consulting, business development, and high-tech industry strategy, managing large transformation opportunities and strategic client relationships.

Areas of Expertise

• Enterprise Sales & Business Development
• Solution Selling & SaaS Sales
• Digital Transformation & Technology-led Growth
• Strategic Account & C-Suite Relationship Management
• Sales Transformation & Go-to-Market Strategy
• Product Pricing Strategy & Optimization
• Proposal, Bid Management & Contract Negotiation
• Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence & Customer Insights

Career & Academic Highlights

• Currently Vice President – Enterprise Sales, HighRadius, leading enterprise growth and digital transformation initiatives across High-Tech, Service Providers, and emerging industries.
• Previously served as Associate Vice President and Senior Director – Enterprise Sales, SaaS at HighRadius, enabling organizations to accelerate digital transformation and technology-led growth.
• Achieved 115% of FY22 sales target, delivering $9.2 million against an $8 million target; received the HighFlyer of the Year recognition and was inducted into the President's Club.
• Spent over 10 years at Accenture, progressing through Business Development, Consulting, Manager, and Senior Manager roles within the High-Tech industry.
• As High-Tech Industry Senior Manager at Accenture, led strategic sales opportunities and digital transformation initiatives and contributed to the closure of $100M+ sales opportunities.
• Managed a 100+ member Business Analysis team across 25+ client engagements in the Communications, Media and Technology industry.
• Earlier at Accenture, managed global proposals across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, with involvement in proposals exceeding $150 million
• Began his career in the technology and telecom domain with Tech Mahindra and Aricent, gaining experience in telecom consulting, solution design, requirements analysis, risk assessment, and technical delivery.
• Holds an Executive Management Program from MIT Sloan School of Management, an MBA in Marketing from Great Lakes Institute of Management, and a CCBA certification in Business Analysis from IIBA.
• Holds a Tech in Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering from Kurukshetra University.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals; has also filed four patents, with two granted, focused on sales automation and customer acquisition.

Prathitha Muthurangam is the Enterprise Business Head – Tamil Nadu & Kerala at Bharti Airtel, with over 16 years of experience in B2B business, enterprise sales, strategic growth, customer experience, and large-scale business transformation. She has extensive experience in driving revenue growth, managing P&L, developing go-to-market strategies, and building strategic relationships with CXO-level stakeholders across large enterprises.

Her expertise spans enterprise connectivity, 5G, IoT, cloud, cybersecurity, SD-WAN, and digital solutions. She has also played a significant role in Airtel Business’s transition from a channel-led to a direct business model, including onboarding and enabling a network of 300 account managers. Her leadership experience covers large enterprise, SMB and mid-market segments, customer experience, and business transformation.

Areas of Expertise

• B2B enterprise business strategy, revenue growth, and P&L management
• Enterprise sales, key account management, and CXO-level engagement
• Go-to-market strategy, business transformation, and market expansion
• 5G, IoT, cloud, cybersecurity, SD-WAN, and digital solutions
• Strategic partnerships and technology-led business growth
• Customer experience, relationship management, and retention
• Sales leadership, team development, coaching, and change management

Career & Academic Highlights

• Enterprise Business Head – Tamil Nadu & Kerala at Bharti Airtel, leading regional revenue, market share, P&L, digital portfolio growth, and strategic partnerships
• Previously served as Regional Business Manager and Corporate Business Head – Emerging Business at Airtel, managing large enterprise, SMB, and mid-market portfolios, including a ₹500 crore business portfolio
• Played a key role in Airtel Business’s transformation from a channel-led to a direct business model, onboarding and enabling 300 Account Managers
• Previously led Customer Experience for Airtel Business across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, managing a 35,000-customer base and large direct and channel teams
• Earlier experience includes enterprise key account management at Airtel, sales management at Reliance Communications, and channel and institutional sales at Samsung India
• Recipient of multiple leadership recognitions, including National Best Circle Emerging Business, President Club Award, Best Circle Customer Experience Award, and Best People Manager nationally
• Postgraduate Degree in Business from UCLA Anderson School of Management; Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Madha Engineering College

Area of Expertise: Marketing & Strategy

Shveta Vishwanath is an accomplished marketing and corporate communications professional with extensive experience across brand marketing, influencer marketing, customer engagement, marketing strategy, and business relationship management. She currently serves as Head – Corporate Communications & Marketing at JK Fenner (India) Ltd., where she focuses on strengthening brand growth, market alignment, and strategic business impact.

With professional experience spanning FMCG, paints, building materials, hospitality, services, and industrial businesses, Shveta has worked across diverse marketing environments and has developed expertise in building brands, managing marketing initiatives, engaging key stakeholders, and aligning marketing strategy with business objectives. Her career includes leadership roles at Saint-Gobain India, Nippon Paint India, Sodexo, and Alseer Trading LLC in the UAE and Oman.

Areas of Expertise

• Brand Marketing & Corporate Communications
• Marketing Strategy & Market Alignment
• Influencer & Customer Marketing
• Business Relationship Management
• Marketing Budget Management
• Brand Growth & Market Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Communications

Career & Professional Highlights

• Currently serves as Head – Corporate Communications & Marketing at JK Fenner (India) Ltd., driving brand growth, market alignment, and strategic marketing impact.
• Previously served as Lead – Influencer Marketing (Home & Hospitality) at Saint-Gobain India – Glass Business, with responsibility for influencer-focused marketing initiatives.
• Held multiple marketing leadership roles at Nippon Paint India, including Assistant General Manager and Divisional Head – Marketing, Specifier's Segment.
• Spent nearly nine years with Sodexo SVC India as Senior Manager – Incentives & Recognition, contributing to employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Began her professional career with Alseer Trading LLC, UAE & Oman, working as a Trade Marketing / Customer Marketing Analyst.
• Brings cross-industry and international exposure across India, UAE, and Oman, combining marketing, communications, customer engagement, and business relationship management.
• Recognized with the Marketing Excellence Award – “Think to Dare” G20 Summit Series.
• Holds a PGPM in Marketing & Operations from Great Lakes Institute of Management and a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from Bharathidasan University.

Area of Expertise: Marketing, AI & Analytics

Srivathsan Sridharan is a seasoned marketing, HR, and business transformation leader with 23+ years of experience across IT, SaaS, Life Sciences, EdTech, Manufacturing, and HR Services. He currently serves as Senior Director – Human Resources and Senior Director – Global Marketing at Agilisium Consulting, where he works at the intersection of AI, data, marketing, talent, and organizational transformation.

His experience spans enterprise marketing, AI-powered marketing, demand generation, brand strategy, product marketing, HR, talent acquisition, people analytics, employer branding, and leadership development. He has built marketing functions from the ground up, scaled global demand-generation programs delivering 3X+ ROI, and advised organizations and start-ups on using data and AI to drive measurable business outcomes.

Areas of Expertise

• AI-Powered Marketing & Marketing Analytics
• Digital & Enterprise Marketing
• Brand & Product Marketing
• Go-to-Market Strategy & Demand Generation
• People Analytics & AI for HR
• Employer Branding & Talent Strategy
• Strategic Communications & Thought Leadership
• Leadership Development & High-Performance Culture
• Customer Segmentation, Recommendation Engines & Predictive Analytics

Career & Professional Highlights

• Currently serves as Senior Director – Human Resources and Senior Director – Global Marketing at Agilisium Consulting, driving people, talent, and global marketing initiatives.
• At Agilisium, works on enterprise AI adoption in Life Sciences, developing ROI-driven GTM strategies, analyst engagement, and thought leadership around emerging technologies including Agentic AI.
• Has 23+ years of experience across IT, SaaS, Life Sciences, EdTech, Manufacturing, and HR Services.
• Has built high-impact marketing engines from 0-to-1, scaled global demand-generation programs, and delivered 3X+ ROI through data-driven marketing initiatives.
• Previously served as Head of Marketing at Newforce Global Services, working across HR Services, HR Tech SaaS, and digital commerce businesses.
• Served as Head & Marketing Director at MSRCosmos, leading branding, demand generation, digital marketing, communications, sales, and partnerships across IT, Travel Tech, RPA, and Blockchain businesses.
• As Head of Marketing & Communications at FunderMax India, delivered 4X ROI on the marketing budget within six months and built an execution-oriented marketing team.
• At Simplilearn, led enterprise marketing, demand generation, product launches, partner marketing, and thought leadership across the US and Indian markets.
• Spent over four years with Randstad India, leading B2B marketing, market research, thought leadership, employer branding, and strategic initiatives including the Randstad Award and the company's partnership with Williams Formula 1.
• Earlier experience includes marketing and communications leadership roles at Cognizant Technology Solutions and HCL Technologies, supporting global markets across telecom, mobility, energy, utilities, government, BPO, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Began his career with Sundaram Brake Linings, working in international marketing and exports and helping expand the company's presence into six new markets including Bulgaria, Hungary, Cyprus, Congo, Jordan, and Italy.
• Has been associated with start-ups, technology services organizations, and educational institutions as a Marketing Advisor and Visiting Faculty, with teaching interests spanning Marketing, CRM, HR, and Training & Development.
• Holds an Advanced Programme in Artificial Intelligence Powered Marketing from IIM Calcutta, a PGPM (MBA) in Marketing from Great Lakes Institute of Management, and a E. in Mechanical Engineering from SASTRA University.
• Recipient of the Best Young Manager of the Year (2012) and Randstad India Stars of Excellence (RISE) Award (2014).

BUSINESS, SALES & MARKETING LEADER | CONSUMER & FOOD BUSINESSES

Business Building • Transformation • Consumer & Commercial Leadership Chennai, India

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Business, Sales & Marketing and P&L leader with extensive experience in building, scaling and transforming food and consumer businesses across India and international markets. Currently Director & Head – India Business at UMA Consumer Products, responsible for business strategy, commercial performance and operations.

His experience spans business building, sales and marketing, brand and portfolio strategy, go-to-market, channel development, modern trade, quick commerce and strategic accounts. Previously with Tasty Bite, he played a key role in building its B2B business and developing partnerships with leading QSR and food-service organisations.

Passionate about translating real-world business experience into practical learning and frameworks for developing sales, marketing and business leaders.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Business & P&L Leadership | Sales & Marketing | Business Building & Transformation | Brand & Portfolio Strategy | GTM & Channel Development | Modern Trade & Quick Commerce | B2B & Strategic Accounts | International Business | Organisational Leadership

EDUCATION

Great Lakes Institute of Management — PGPM, Marketing & General Management

University of Delhi — B.Com (Hons.)

Viswanathan Devaraj is a senior media and business leader with over 24 years of experience spanning revenue strategy, sales, marketing, media monetisation, digital transformation, and business development. Currently serving as Chief Revenue Officer at BlackSheep Media, he has built a strong track record of driving revenue growth, developing new monetisation opportunities, and leading large-scale media and marketing initiatives across television, digital, print, radio, and events.

Over the course of his career, he has played a key role in launching and scaling new media ventures, having contributed to the launch of approximately 22 media and startup ventures. His experience combines strategic planning with hands-on execution across ATL and BTL campaigns, on-ground activations, roadshows, regional promotions, content monetisation, and integrated media planning.

Areas of Expertise

• Revenue strategy, business development, and monetisation
• Media sales, marketing, and advertising strategy
• New media and digital business development
• Brand positioning, integrated campaigns, and market activation
• Content strategy and content monetisation
• P&L management, budgeting, vendor management, and campaign ROI
• Sales leadership, team building, and performance management
• Strategic planning and execution across TV, digital, print, radio, and events

Career & Academic Highlights

• Chief Revenue Officer at BlackSheep Media, where he delivered an 85% revenue increase within the first quarter and drove ₹1.72 crore in value, while executing large-scale digital, television, and cinema awards.
• Previously served as Business Head at Behindwoods, where he developed new monetisation avenues delivering 8X return on investment and increased regional revenue by 300% within the first year.
• As Business Head at Jaya TV Network, helped increase annual revenue to ₹50 crore within a year and drove significant growth in content performance, while overseeing television, digital, print, and on-ground events.
• Held senior leadership positions across Studio V Media, Mega TV Network, Polimer Media, Kalaignar TV, Big FM, and Sun TV, with extensive experience in media sales, advertising revenue, and marketing leadership.
• Has 24+ years of experience in media, including 16+ years in management positions, 15+ years across television channels, and 7+ years in digital media.
• Holds an M.Phil in Management with specialisation in Marketing Research from Alagappa University and an MBA in Marketing Management from Madras University.

Dynamic Revenue Strategist with a proven track record of over 24 Years, Spear-headed successful events across Tamil Nadu, enhancing brand visibility and market reach. Adept in leadership and operational excellence, driving teams to achieve sustainable business growth and optimize sales processes. Specialized in New Media Launch. Proven Expertise in Print, Radio, TV, Digital & Events.

EDUCATION

Master of Philosophy: Marketing Research, 04/2003 - Alagappa University - Tamil Nadu

MBA: Marketing Management, 03/2002 - Madras University - Tamil Nadu

Bachelor of Science: Maths, 04/2000 - Madras University - Tamil Nadu

SKILLS

• Revenue Generation & Optimization
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Sales Process Management
• Marketing & Advertising
• Sustainable business models
• Leadership & People Development
• Sales Leadership
• Digital Transformation

LANGUAGES

Tamil English Hindi Telugu

Chief Revenue Officer, 11/2024 - Current BlackSheep Media - Chennai, India

• Increased Revenue by 85% within the 1st Quarter by Bringing a Value of 72 Crore.
• Executed big-ticket events like digital awards, TV awards, and cine

Business Head, 05/2022 - 09/2024 Behindwoods –Chennai, India

• Strategically created new monetization avenues yielding 8 Times the
• Increased Regional Revenue 300% within the 1st

Business Head, 04/2018 - 05/2022 Jaya TV Network - Chennai, India

• Increased the Overall Annual Revenue to 50 Crore within a
• Ideated, Strategized and Executed Content Which Increased the GRP's 300%
• Handled TV Channels (Jaya TV, Jaya Music, J Movies & Jaya Plus News Channel), Jaya TV Digital, Print (Viva L' Amore) and On Ground Events

Head – Marketing & Sales, 01/2013 - 03/2018 Studio V Media - Chennai, India

• Heading the outsourced Marketing Team for TV Responsible for generating profit through Slot & Ad revenues for TV Channels through Retail & Corporate Clients. Handled YouTube channel revenue Optimization.

National Sales Head, 07/2011 - 12/2012 Mega TV Network - Chennai, India

• Heading the Marketing Team across India & Responsible for generating profit through ad revenues for Mega TV Network Channels Mega TV (GEC), Mega Musiq (Music Channel) & Mega 24 (Movie Channel).

Head of Sales Department, 04/2009 - 07/2011 Polimer Media - Chennai, India

• Heading the Regional Marketing Team & Responsible for generating profit through ad revenues for Polimer

General Manager - Marketing, 05/2008 - 03/2009 Kalaignar TV - Chennai, India

• Responsible for generating profit through ad revenues for Kalaignar TV (GEC), Isai Aruvi (Music Channel), Kalaignar Seithigal (News Channel).

Senior Manager, 06/2006 - 05/2008 Adlabs Films Ltd (Big FM) - Chennai, India

• Responsible for generating profit through ad revenues for Chennai & other Looking after Retail clients in TN like Chennai, Erode, Coimbatore, Salem, Trichy and Madurai etc.

Manager in Charge, 04/2004 - 05/2006 Sun TV Ltd - Suryan FM - Chennai, India

• Responsible for advertisements of Suryan FM (Chennai, Coimbatore & Tirunelveli) & Visakha Worked in the Re Launch of Weekly Magazine Kungumam & the Daily Dinakaran.

Assistant Manager, 04/2002 - 03/2004 KVP Software Pvt Ltd - Chennai, India

• Responsible for advertisements of Office Stock up, A US Based Online Sales

Research Trainee, 09/2001 - 03/2002 EID Parry - Chennai, India

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Mansi Garg is a seasoned Revenue and Sales leader with 17+ years of experience building businesses, high-performing teams and customer relationships across diverse industries and global markets. With more than 15 years in B2B SaaS, she has developed deep expertise in enterprise sales, go-to-market strategy, revenue growth, sales leadership and channel partnerships. Her career journey spans fashion and retail to technology, including an extensive 11-year tenure at Freshworks, followed by senior revenue leadership at Profit.co and Skillsoft.

Currently serving as RVP Sales at Skillsoft, Mansi leads the Global SMB revenue initiative, driving growth through customer acquisition, expansion and retention while shaping go-to-market strategy and sales productivity. She is particularly passionate about building high-performing sales organizations, developing sales leaders and creating cultures where teams are coached, challenged and empowered to think commercially.

Previously, as VP of Sales at Profit.co, she scaled annual revenue by 5X within 11 months, diversified revenue streams across inbound, outbound, partner-led and customer expansion channels, and built the sales organization and Chennai operations from the ground up. At Freshworks, she built and scaled a 100+ member global SMB sales organization, leading revenue planning, forecasting, capacity modelling, target setting, channel strategy and multi-year enterprise sales.

Areas of Expertise

• B2B SaaS & Enterprise Sales
• Revenue & Go-to-Market Strategy
• Global SMB Sales Leadership
• Sales Organization Building & Scaling
• Revenue Growth & ARR Expansion
• Channel Partnerships & Partner-Led Sales
• Strategic Account Management
• Customer Acquisition, Expansion & Retention
• Sales Forecasting & Pipeline Management
• Sales Productivity & Performance Management
• Commercial Strategy & Negotiations
• Sales Leadership & Talent Development

Career & Professional Highlights

• Currently RVP Sales at Skillsoft, leading the global SMB revenue initiative across acquisition, expansion, retention and go-to-market execution.
• Served as VP of Sales at Profit.co, where she achieved 5X annual revenue growth within 11 months through focused GTM execution and expansion-led growth.
• Built the Profit.co sales organization by defining roles, hiring and onboarding teams, establishing performance metrics, forecasting discipline and predictable revenue processes; also set up the Chennai office from scratch.
• Spent nearly 11 years at Freshworks, progressing through multiple sales leadership roles across UK, APMEA and global SMB markets.
• At Freshworks, built and scaled a 100+ member global SMB Sales organization, driving sustained year-on-year growth across regions.
• Led revenue planning, forecasting accuracy, capacity modelling and target setting while expanding non-English-speaking markets through partner enablement and channel strategy.
• Experienced in multi-year enterprise deals, upselling, cross-selling and customer expansion, alongside inbound, outbound and partner-led sales motions.
• Earlier career experience in fashion and retail merchandising, including roles with H&M, Evolv Clothing and s.Oliver, gaining exposure to product development, sourcing, supplier management, business development and commercial negotiations.
• Recipient of multiple professional recognitions including President's Club 2018, President's Club 2019, Most Valuable Player, Star Sales Performer, and Above and Beyond for Leadership – H1 2020.
• Holds a Post Graduate Management qualification in Marketing from Great Lakes Institute of Management and a B.F.Tech in Apparel Manufacturing from NIFT Delhi.

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Mohammed Asif is a B2B SaaS and technology leader with over 11 years of experience spanning enterprise sales, account management, customer success, and revenue growth across global markets. As Head of Enterprise Sales – EU at Freshworks, he leads customer growth and retention across Europe, working with mid-market and strategic enterprise portfolios while building high-performing, globally distributed sales teams.

His expertise spans B2B SaaS and enterprise selling, AI-led sales, go-to-market strategy, strategic account management, customer retention, and revenue expansion. He has consistently driven growth through customer segmentation, cross-sell and upsell strategies, portfolio and coverage planning, consultative selling, and close collaboration across sales, product, marketing, and customer success.

With a strong customer-led growth orientation, Asif brings practical industry perspectives on modern B2B selling, AI-enabled sales, revenue operations, global GTM strategy, and building scalable, high-performing sales cultures.

Areas of Expertise

• B2B SaaS & Enterprise Sales
• Global Go-to-Market Strategy
• Strategic Account Management
• Revenue Expansion & Customer Retention
• AI & Technology Selling
• Customer Success & Customer-Led Growth
• Sales Strategy & Portfolio Management
• Consultative & Solution-Led Selling
• Cross-Sell & Upsell Strategy
• Sales Team Leadership & Capability Building
• Revenue Operations & Sales Automation
• Customer Segmentation & Coverage Strategy

Career & Professional Highlights

• Leads Enterprise Sales – Europe at Freshworks, driving revenue growth, customer expansion, and strategic account management across European markets.
• Brings 11+ years of experience across B2B technology, SaaS, enterprise sales, account management, customer success, and revenue leadership.
• Progressed through multiple leadership roles at Freshworks, including Senior Manager – Sales, Manager – Sales, Lead Account Manager – UKI, Senior Account Manager – UK & Europe, and Senior Portfolio Success Manager.
• Managed significant European customer portfolios, including a $3M portfolio as Lead Account Manager – UKI, while achieving 131% annual target attainment and a 25% annual growth rate.
• As Senior Account Manager – UK & Europe, achieved 142% annual target attainment, delivered 31% revenue growth, and managed a $2M portfolio.
• A two-time President’s Club winner (2022 & 2023), recognising outstanding sales performance and customer impact.
• At Freshworks, partnered with enterprise customers including The FA, Highbourne Group and McLaren, supporting strategic account growth and customer success.
• Previously spent over four years with Naukri.com, progressing from Senior Executive – Corporate Sales to Manager – Corporate Sales, with responsibilities across enterprise account management, customer success, product adoption, retention, account expansion, and revenue growth.
• Built early expertise in solution-led consultative selling, client acquisition, account management, cross-selling and geographic market development.
• Holds an MBA from Anna University with specialisations in Sales & Marketing and Human Resource Management, along with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Instrumentation from Anna University.

Areas of Expertise: Marketing, Strategy & General Management

Naveen Prabhu is a senior healthcare business leader with 25+ years of experience in healthcare strategy, marketing, business development, service-line expansion, revenue growth, and operational optimization across large multispecialty and tertiary-care hospitals. He has held leadership positions across leading healthcare organizations, driving market expansion, physician engagement, referral development, institutional partnerships, and revenue enhancement.

His expertise combines business strategy, healthcare marketing, P&L management, service-line development, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder management, with a strong focus on translating business strategy into measurable growth and operational outcomes.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare Business Strategy & P&L Management
• Healthcare Marketing, Brand & Market Positioning
• Service-Line Development & Revenue Growth
• Revenue Cycle & Capacity Optimization
• Corporate, Insurance & Referral Partnerships
• Digital Marketing & Patient Acquisition
• Physician Engagement & Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

Career & Academic Highlights

• Currently serves as General Manager – Marketing & Business Development, Chettinad Super Speciality Hospital, leading enterprise-wide business growth, marketing strategy, market expansion, and revenue objectives.
• Previously served as Assistant General Manager – Marketing, Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, where he led radiation oncology business development, physician branding, outreach and referral programmes.
• Served as General Manager – Service Development, Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals, driving new service launches, institutional partnerships, outreach, and service-line development.
• Earlier leadership roles include General Manager – Marketing at Parvathy Hospital and Marketing Manager at Dr. Mehta Multispeciality Hospitals, along with experience at Kauvery Hospital, Global Hospital, and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals.
• Successfully launched Orthopaedics and Neurology service lines, contributing to approximately 25% year-on-year growth.
• Improved specialty utilization and hospital occupancy across multiple institutions through strategic service-line and marketing initiatives.
• Conceptualized and executed international clinical summits and developed high-value partnerships for strategic clinical programmes.
• Strong teaching orientation with expertise in case-study-driven and application-oriented management education, connecting management concepts with practical healthcare business challenges.
• Executive education through COO Programme, IIM Ranchi, along with an MBA in Hospital Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry.

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Navin Chand is a seasoned Marketing and Strategy professional with extensive experience across real estate, sales strategy, business development, and technology. Currently serving as Senior Vice President – Marketing at Xanadu Realty, he leads marketing strategy and growth initiatives, having progressed through multiple leadership roles within the organisation from General Manager to AVP, DVP, VP and now Senior VP.

With a career spanning real estate, B2B marketing, sales strategy and technology, Navin has developed expertise in translating business objectives into market-facing strategies, driving sales effectiveness, managing marketing investments, and developing go-to-market initiatives. Prior to Xanadu Realty, he held marketing and strategy leadership roles at Columbia Pacific Communities and Brigade Group, building strong capabilities in real estate marketing, sales planning and customer acquisition.

Areas of Expertise

• Marketing Strategy & Brand Management
• Real Estate Marketing & Go-to-Market Strategy
• Sales & Marketing Strategy
• Business Development & Market Expansion
• Customer Segmentation & Market Analysis
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• ATL, BTL & Digital Marketing
• Revenue & Sales Growth Strategy
• Marketing Budget & P&L Optimisation
• Sales Planning & Performance Management
• Market Research & Business Intelligence
• Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Management

Career & Professional Highlights

• Serves as Senior Vice President – Marketing at Xanadu Realty, having progressed through five successive leadership roles within the organisation since joining in 2021.
• Previously served as VP, DVP, AVP and GM – Marketing at Xanadu Realty, demonstrating sustained progression in marketing leadership and strategic responsibilities.
• At Brigade Group, held roles across Marketing and Sales & Marketing Strategy, progressing to Assistant General Manager – Marketing.
• At Brigade, developed expertise in sales planning, marketing strategy, customer and market analysis, and aligning marketing initiatives with business and sales objectives.
• Previously served as GM – Marketing at Columbia Pacific Communities, contributing to marketing initiatives within the senior-living and real estate ecosystem.
• At True Value Homes, worked as Sales Strategist, developing annual sales plans, managing ATL/BTL requirements, coordinating marketing spends, analysing market opportunities, designing sales incentives, and improving sales processes through SOPs.
• Earlier worked with Leitwind Shriram Manufacturing, managing B2B sales and marketing for wind turbines across South Asia and contributing to product development and business strategy for Pan-Asian accounts.
• Began his professional career in technology with Infosys Technologies, working as a Systems Engineer in the Communication, Media & Entertainment domain and contributing to enterprise product solutions.
• During his time at Great Lakes Institute of Management, contributed to placement and brand-building initiatives, corporate liaison, student mentoring, and the development of the institute's placement brochure, which won second prize at the Dewang Mehta Prize for Best Placement Brochure (2011).
• Holds a PGPM in Marketing from Great Lakes Institute of Management and a B.Tech in Electronics & Communications Engineering from JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida.

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Sairam Vedam is a global Marketing, Brand and Business Growth leader with over 25 years of experience across technology, software products, SaaS, IT services and digital engineering. His expertise spans global branding, enterprise marketing, demand generation, product and platform marketing, go-to-market strategy, digital transformation, corporate development and AI-led marketing. He has built and transformed marketing organizations for some of India's leading technology companies, combining strategic positioning with measurable business growth.

Currently serving as Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President – Hyderabad Site Leader at QualityKiosk Technologies, Sairam leads the company's global marketing strategy, brand positioning, demand generation, GTM initiatives and AI-led growth agenda. He joined QualityKiosk in July 2026 to strengthen its positioning as a global leader in AI Reliability Engineering and Digital Assurance and to support expansion across North America, the UK and Europe.

Previously, Sairam served as Chief Marketing Officer at Coforge, where he transformed marketing into an AI-first, intelligence-driven growth function spanning analyst and advisory relations, ABM, digital marketing, demand generation, alliances, employer branding and corporate reputation. His leadership influenced $160M+ in pipeline and $115M+ in revenue, while delivering significant productivity and digital visibility gains.

Earlier, as CMO and Brand Custodian at Cigniti Technologies, he played a key role in repositioning the company as an AI-led Digital Assurance and Engineering services provider and also led global M&A and corporate development. He has additionally held global CMO roles at Innominds and Kore.ai, alongside leadership positions at Pramati, Imaginea, Apere, CA Technologies and HCL Technologies.

Areas of Expertise

• Global Marketing & Brand Strategy
• B2B Technology & Enterprise Marketing
• AI, SaaS & Software Product Marketing
• Go-to-Market & Demand Generation
• Account-Based Marketing & Enterprise Growth
• Brand Positioning & Corporate Reputation
• Analyst & Advisory Relations
• Digital Marketing & AI-led MarTech
• Strategic Alliances & Partner Marketing
• Corporate Development & M&A
• Investor & Executive Communications
• Digital Transformation & Technology Strategy

Career & Professional Highlights

• Currently Chief Marketing Officer & EVP – Hyderabad Site Leader at QualityKiosk Technologies, driving global marketing, brand repositioning, GTM and AI-led growth.
• Previously served as Chief Marketing Officer at Coforge, leading the full spectrum of enterprise and business marketing across a global technology organization.
• At Coforge, transformed marketing into an AI-first, intelligence-driven strategic capability, influencing $160M+ pipeline and $115M+ revenue and delivering 2X productivity gains.
• Led AI-driven SEO and Agentic Engine Optimization initiatives that increased top-ranking keywords by 91%, while expanding digital reach by more than 410,000 followers.
• Served as CMO & Brand Custodian at Cigniti Technologies, helping reposition the organization as an AI-led Digital Assurance and Engineering company while also leading M&A and corporate development.
• Held global CMO roles at Innominds and Kore.ai, building technology brands and driving positioning, product marketing, demand generation and digital transformation.
• Brings experience across Pramati, Imaginea, Apere, CA Technologies and HCL Technologies, combining technology expertise with business and marketing leadership.
• Recognized among Top 100 Marketing Leaders / Marketing Minds of India, and named Most Influential Marketing Technology Leader in 2015 and 2016.
• Recognized by organizations including BBC Knowledge Series, CMO Asia, World Marketing Congress, Paul Writer and Enterprise IT World for marketing and technology leadership.
• Serves as a Management Committee Member of the Hyderabad Software Enterprises Association (HYSEA) and has been associated with Nasscom's Gen AI Foundry and Regional Council.
• Active as a technology evangelist, startup advisor, mentor and investor, with interests spanning AI, SaaS, DeepTech, FinTech, Martech and emerging technology ventures.
• Recognized thought leader and speaker in AI-led marketing, enterprise technology, digital transformation, brand strategy and business growth, with publications and thought leadership across the technology ecosystem.

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Susmitha Sam Thomas is a seasoned sales leader with over two decades of experience in corporate sales, business development, and enterprise relationships. Currently serving as National Sales Head – GCC (Global Capability Centers) at Naukri.com, she leads sales initiatives focused on the rapidly expanding GCC ecosystem, leveraging extensive experience in building and managing enterprise customer relationships across India.

She has been associated with Naukri.com for over 24 years, progressing to senior leadership responsibilities in corporate sales. Her career reflects deep expertise in enterprise selling, strategic account management, client engagement, and revenue development. Prior to Naukri.com, she spent three years with Xerox as a Colour Specialist, building her early foundation in technology-led sales and customer engagement.

Areas of Expertise

• Enterprise & Corporate Sales
• GCC Sales & Business Development
• Strategic Account Management
• B2B Sales & Client Relationship Management
• Revenue Growth & Sales Strategy
• Key Account Management
• Customer Acquisition & Retention
• Consultative & Solution-Based Selling
• Sales Leadership & Team Management
• Business Development & Market Expansion

Career & Professional Highlights

• Serves as National Sales Head – GCC (Global Capability Centers) at Naukri.com, leading the national sales mandate for the GCC segment.
• Brings 24+ years of experience with Naukri.com, reflecting extensive expertise in corporate and enterprise sales.
• Currently also holds the position of Senior Vice President – Corporate Sales, with long-standing experience managing strategic corporate relationships.
• Built a substantial career at Naukri.com since 2002, progressing through senior sales leadership responsibilities.
• Brings experience across enterprise sales, strategic accounts, customer relationships, revenue development, and business growth within the recruitment and technology ecosystem.
• Earlier worked with Xerox as a Colour Specialist, gaining foundational experience in technology products and customer-facing business development.
• Completed the Executive Program at Indian School of Business (ISB) in 2016.
• Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Printing Technology from College of Engineering, Guindy, completed in 1999.

Area of Expertise: Marketing

Zeeshan Akhtar is an aviation and commercial strategy leader with extensive experience across airport commercialisation, passenger experience, marketing, sales, and business development. As Chief Commercial Officer at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Nigeria, he leads the commercial transformation of the airport’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project, with a focus on strengthening aeronautical revenues, route development, non-aeronautical businesses, commercial property, passenger experience, and air cargo infrastructure.

Prior to his current role, Zeeshan spent nearly four years at Manohar International Airport, Goa, where he held leadership responsibilities across non-aeronautical commercial strategy, retail development, services, advertising, marketing, alliances, and passenger experience. His work has focused on building revenue streams, optimising commercial P&Ls, developing strategic partnerships, and transforming passenger touchpoints into commercially valuable experiences.

He brings a distinctive combination of aviation commercial strategy, marketing, sales, operations, and engineering quality experience, having previously worked with Honda Cars India and Birla Sun Life Insurance. His approach combines innovation with established business strategies to create sustainable revenue growth and enhance customer experience.

Areas of Expertise

• Airport Commercial Strategy & Revenue Optimisation
• Airline Business Development & Route Monetisation
• Non-Aeronautical Revenue & Commercial Concessions
• Retail, F&B, Duty-Free & Advertising
• Airport Marketing, Branding & Alliances
• Passenger Experience & Customer Engagement
• Airport Real Estate & Commercial Property Development
• Air Cargo & Logistics Infrastructure
• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
• Sales & Business Development
• Strategic Partnerships & Commercial Negotiations
• P&L Management & Yield Optimisation

Career & Professional Highlights

• Serves as Chief Commercial Officer at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Nigeria, leading commercial transformation across aeronautical, non-aeronautical, property, passenger experience, and cargo businesses.
• Leads airline business development and route monetisation, including securing domestic, regional and international routes and negotiating long-term commercial agreements with airline partners.
• Drives development of retail, F&B, duty-free, advertising, airport lounges, logistics parks and commercial real estate to maximise non-aeronautical revenue.
• Previously served as AGM – Non-Aeronautical Commercial at Manohar International Airport, Goa, leading retail, services, F&B and advertising portfolios and optimising non-aeronautical P&L performance.
• Achieved ₹545 Sales per Passenger (SPP) at Manohar International Airport, outperforming key benchmark airports.
• Launched the first curved advertising anamorphic screen at an Indian airport, creating an estimated annual revenue potential of approximately ₹8 crore.
• Expanded the airport's non-aeronautical commercial portfolio to 97% commercial space occupancy through marquee brand partnerships.
• Previously served as Head – Marketing, Alliances & Passenger Experience at Manohar International Airport, helping build the airport's brand, passenger engagement and commercial ecosystem from launch.
• Conceptualised and launched GOX PASS, generating approximately ₹3 crore in revenue within seven months, while also contributing to improved passenger perception and airport recognition.
• At Honda Cars India, managed regional sales and marketing initiatives, dealer performance, lead generation, sales funnel optimisation and market penetration strategies.
• Earlier worked in quality engineering and new model quality at Honda Cars India, contributing to quality improvement, reliability and customer satisfaction initiatives for major vehicle programmes including Amaze and City.
• At Birla Sun Life Insurance, led branch operations, sales and distribution, delivering 155% of revenue targets through team management and channel expansion.
• Holds an Executive MBA from Great Lakes Institute of Management, with specialisations in Marketing and Operations.
• Holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Jamia Millia Islamia, combining technical and commercial expertise.