Nikhil Gandhi

CEO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates21 yrs 9 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Led TikTok's expansion in India and South Asia.
  • Drove monetization strategies at Times Network.
  • Built infrastructure initiatives in Africa.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in digital media and entertainment with a focus on business strategy.

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Brand ManagementBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipManagementMarketing StrategySalesTeam Management

About

Experienced Corporate professional with a demonstrated history of driving businesses to profitability & sustained growth in the internet, media & entertainment industry. Currently Executive Director & Chief Business Officer at Arise IIP. Invested in building infrastructure in Africa and driving key business vertical as head of SEZ business. Previously served in leadership positions as Global COO at MX Player. Head of TikTok India, Middle East & Africa leading the development of TikTok's products and operations to achieve its global mission - inspire creativity and bring joy. Primarily focuses on strengthening TikTok's presence in the country and adding value to the growing global digital community, everyday. Building TikTok as the canvas, window, and bridge for TikTok users. Also served in key leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company and Times Network, most recently as the President & COO of Times Network driving the monetisation strategy and overall business growth of the company. Specialties: Business Strategy, Business Management, Team Leadership,Brand Management, Revenue & Business Development, Digital Content and Marketing Strategy.

Experience

Arise iip

Executive Director

Mar 2023Present · 3 yrs · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

Mx player

Chief Operating Officer

Aug 2021Mar 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

Tiktok

2 roles

Head - Middle East, Africa, Turkey & South Asia

Dec 2020May 2021 · 5 mos

Head - India & South Asia

Oct 2019Dec 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos

Times network

President & COO

Feb 2017Oct 2019 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

  • Business Head

The walt disney company

Vice President

Jun 2007Jan 2017 · 9 yrs 7 mos · India

Utv

Business Head

Jun 2007Dec 2012 · 5 yrs 6 mos

Bennett coleman and co. ltd. (times group)

Region Head

Jan 2005May 2007 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Viacom18 media private limited

Account Manager

Jan 2004Jan 2005 · 1 yr · Mumbai

Education

The Wharton School

Business Analytics : Data & Insights

Jan 2020Jan 2020

Indian School of Business

Brand Management — Executive Education

Jan 2012Jan 2012

University of Mumbai

Master of Commerce

Jan 2001Jan 2003

Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics

Bachelor of Commerce — Marketing Major

Jan 1992Jan 1997

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