Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan
About Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan
Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan serves as the Marketing Head for Nesa Circle at Airtel, bringing extensive experience in sales operations and business management across various roles within the company. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Anna University and an MBA from NMIMS, and has worked in diverse markets, enhancing his expertise in technology and strategy.
Current Role at Airtel
Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan serves as the Marketing Head for the Nesa Circle at Airtel. He has held this position since 2016, overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives within the region. His role involves managing marketing operations and driving business growth in the Nesa Circle.
Previous Experience at Airtel
Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan has held multiple positions at Airtel, contributing to various aspects of the company's operations. He worked as a Project Lead for national U and R for six months in 2016, Zonal Sales Manager for seven months from 2013 to 2014, and Senior Manager for U and R Prepaid for two years from 2011 to 2013. His experience also includes roles such as Young Leader and Zonal Business Manager.
Experience at Larsen & Toubro
Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan worked at Larsen & Toubro as an Executive in International Marketing from 2005 to 2007. In this role, he focused on marketing strategies and initiatives on an international scale, contributing to the company's outreach and brand presence.
Education and Expertise
Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics from Anna University, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, graduating in 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in technology, strategy formulation, and execution.
Internship Experience
In 2008, Ajay Ananthapadmanabhan completed a summer internship at Dabur India Limited. This experience provided him with practical exposure to the marketing field, enhancing his understanding of business operations and consumer engagement.