Avilash Mohapatra
About Avilash Mohapatra
Avilash Mohapatra serves as the National Lead for GTM Strategy at Airtel, having previously held various roles in sales and management across multiple companies. He has an extensive academic background, including a PhD in Business Administration from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore.
Current Role at Airtel
Avilash Mohapatra currently serves as the National Lead for GTM Strategy at Airtel, a position he has held since 2023. He works from Gurugram, Haryana, India, and is responsible for leading go-to-market strategies across various channels. His role involves strategic planning and execution to enhance Airtel's market presence.
Previous Experience at Airtel
Before his current role, Avilash worked at Airtel as the Manager of Distribution (Mass Retail) from 2022 to 2023 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. In this capacity, he focused on optimizing distribution channels to improve retail performance and expand the company's reach in the mass retail segment.
Education and Expertise
Avilash Mohapatra is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration and Management at the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, since 2023. He holds a Master in Business Administration from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, completed in 2020, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Ravenshaw University, achieved in 2017. Additionally, he has completed certifications in Brand and Product Management from IE Business School and Global Strategic Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania.
Professional Background
Avilash has a diverse professional background, having held various roles across multiple organizations. He worked as a Key Accounts Manager at TTK Prestige Ltd from 2021 to 2022, where he grew national alternate channels. His experience also includes positions at Xiaomi India, CNH Industrial, and Muthoot Fincorp Ltd, where he contributed to sales and corporate relations.
Achievements and Recognition
Avilash Mohapatra received the Rajiv Gandhi Prativa Sanmaan Puraskar for academic excellence, highlighting his commitment to education and achievement. He has also played a significant role in fostering industry connections for students during his tenure at XIM University, where he led corporate relations and career advisory services.