Dinesh Balsingh
About Dinesh Balsingh
Dinesh Balsingh serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Airtel in Tanzania, having held various leadership roles within the company since 2006. He has extensive experience in telecommunications across India and Africa, with a strong educational background in management and marketing.
Current Role as Chief Executive Officer
Dinesh Balsingh currently holds the position of Chief Executive Officer at Airtel in Tanzania. He has been in this role since 2022, overseeing the company's operations and strategic direction in the region. His leadership is pivotal in driving growth and enhancing customer experience in the competitive telecommunications market.
Previous Experience at Airtel
Before his current role, Dinesh Balsingh served in various capacities at Airtel. He was the Chief Commercial Officer from 2018 to 2022 in Nigeria, where he focused on commercial strategies. Additionally, he worked as the Marketing Director from 2013 to 2022 in Nigeria and held the position of Head of Marketing from 2006 to 2011. His extensive experience at Airtel spans over a decade, contributing to significant marketing and commercial initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Dinesh Balsingh has a strong educational background. He studied at INSEAD, where he completed the Strategic Leadership Program. He also holds an MBA from Thiagarajar School of Management, specializing in Marketing/Marketing Management. Furthermore, he studied Telecommunications Management at Innosight - Optus, achieving expertise in Regional Leadership in Action.
Career at Tata Docomo and Hutchison Essar
Dinesh Balsingh has held significant roles at Tata Docomo and Hutchison Essar. At Tata Docomo, he was the National Prepay Product Marketing Head from 2011 to 2013 in Delhi. His earlier experience includes a six-year tenure at Hutchison Essar Ltd, where he worked as a Product Manager from 2000 to 2006. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the telecommunications industry.
Geographical Experience in Africa and India
Dinesh Balsingh has extensive work experience across metropolitan cities in India and both West and East Africa. His diverse geographical exposure has equipped him with insights into various markets and consumer behaviors, enhancing his effectiveness in leadership roles within the telecommunications sector.