Nikhil Malhotra
About Nikhil Malhotra
Nikhil Malhotra serves as the Strategic Account Lead at Branch since 2023 and has over 19 years of experience in enterprise software sales, focusing on cloud software businesses in India. He has held various leadership roles at notable companies including Salesforce, Oracle, and IBM, and is also an investor at 72 Networks Private Limited.
Work at Branch
Nikhil Malhotra has been serving as the Strategic Account Lead at Branch since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing strategic accounts, leveraging his extensive experience in enterprise software sales. His position is on-site, allowing for direct engagement with clients and stakeholders.
Current Role at 72 Networks Private Limited
In addition to his role at Branch, Nikhil Malhotra has been involved with 72 Networks Private Limited as an Investor since 2021. His investment activities reflect his commitment to supporting innovative ventures within the technology sector.
Previous Experience at Salesforce
Nikhil Malhotra held multiple roles at Salesforce, including Regional Sales Director for Digital Experience from 2021 to 2022 and Senior Sales Manager from 2018 to 2021. He was instrumental in growing the mid-market and small business segments for the Salesforce Martech stack across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Background in Enterprise Software Sales
With over 19 years of experience in enterprise software sales, Nikhil Malhotra has a strong focus on building new category cloud software (SaaS) businesses in India. His career includes positions at notable companies such as IBM, Oracle India Pvt. Ltd, and Microsoft India, where he contributed to various sales and business development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Nikhil Malhotra studied at the Indian School of Business, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel/Motel Administration/Management. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, particularly in digital marketing and Martech, aligning with his mission to enable digital transformation and innovation for clients.