Praveen Srivastava
About Praveen Srivastava
Praveen Srivastava serves as the Regional Manager for International Business, Wholesale Data & Voice at Bharti Airtel Limited, where he focuses on WAN connectivity and SATCOM solutions in the North East region. He has a background in Marketing and Strategy from IIM Lucknow and has successfully driven sales across Africa, earning recognition for exceeding sales targets and securing significant contracts.
Work at Airtel
Praveen Srivastava serves as the Regional Manager for International Business, Wholesale Data & Voice at Bharti Airtel Limited. He has held this position since 2010, contributing to the company's operations in Gurgaon, India. His role involves driving sales for telecom products and services across North, West, and Central Africa. He focuses on providing WAN connectivity to enterprise networks, ensuring that Airtel meets the demands of various segments in the telecommunications market.
Education and Expertise
Praveen Srivastava studied at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow, where he pursued a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with a focus on Marketing and Strategy from 2005 to 2008. His educational background equips him with the skills necessary for strategic planning and marketing within the telecommunications industry.
Background
Praveen Srivastava has extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, particularly in providing turnkey solutions for broadcasting companies, media channels, and DTH operators. His responsibilities include the setup and design of channel infrastructure, head-end electronic equipment, and the management of satellite bandwidth. He also oversees the sales of SATCOM solutions, IPLCs, and Global MPLS networking solutions.
Achievements
Praveen Srivastava has received recognition for his contributions to sales performance, including a Gold Award for surpassing quarterly sales targets. Notably, he secured a multi-million dollar deal with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nigeria, aimed at developing a global network for over a hundred embassies and consulates utilizing global MPLS and SATCOM solutions.