Anand Thakur
About Anand Thakur
Anand Thakur serves as the Head of Sales and Marketing at Bharti Airtel, bringing over 15 years of experience in direct sales across various regions in India. He holds an MBA in Marketing from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and has held multiple leadership roles within the telecommunications sector.
Current Role at Airtel
Anand Thakur serves as the Head of Sales and Marketing at Bharti Airtel, a position he has held since 2018. He is based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. In this role, he oversees the sales and marketing strategies for the company, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and driving revenue growth across various segments.
Professional Experience
Anand Thakur has over 15 years of experience in direct sales and marketing across multiple geographies. He has held various positions at Bharti Airtel, including Acquisition Head for the Marketing Telemedia Business and Zonal Sales Manager. He also served as the Sales & Marketing Head for Broadband and Landline business in the Gujarat Circle, managing operations for the North East India region.
Education and Expertise
Anand Thakur completed his MBA in Marketing from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, studying from 2004 to 2006. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in sales and marketing roles within the telecommunications industry.
Previous Employment History
Before his current role at Airtel, Anand worked at Tata Teleservices Ltd as a Key Account Manager and at Reliance Communications as Channel Lead for Enterprise Business. He began his career at Bharti Airtel as a Senior Executive, where he worked for four years in the Indore area, India.
Leadership in Sales and Marketing
Anand Thakur has demonstrated strong leadership in sales and marketing throughout his career. He has managed both retail mobile and homes broadband businesses, contributing to significant growth in the regions he oversees. His strategic approach has been instrumental in achieving business objectives and enhancing market presence.