Arjun Jayan
About Arjun Jayan
Arjun Jayan serves as the Group Head of Partnerships and Director at DP World, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in experiential marketing and global partnerships, with previous roles at companies such as Ideal Shopping Direct and Action Impact.
Current Role at DP World
Arjun Jayan serves as the Group Head of Partnerships - Director at DP World, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of strategic partnerships that align with the company's objectives. His focus includes enhancing the company's brand and reputation through effective partnership initiatives.
Previous Experience at DP World
Prior to his current role, Arjun Jayan worked at DP World as part of the Global Partnerships - CoE from 2016 to 2023. During this seven-year tenure, he played a key role in initiating the Centre of Excellence activities for global partnerships, contributing to the organization's strategic goals in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Career Background
Arjun Jayan has a diverse career in marketing and partnerships. He worked as an Experiential Marketing Producer at Action Impact from 2013 to 2016 and at George P Johnson Experience Marketing, where he produced events for IBM. His earlier roles include positions at AURA Group of Companies and Trilogy - An Experiential Marketing Agency. His experience spans various aspects of marketing, particularly in experiential and event marketing.
Education and Expertise
Arjun Jayan holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Information Technology from SIU. He completed his high school education at DPS in Dubai, where he studied Business and Mathematics. His expertise includes delivering comprehensive global partnership programs that encompass events, exhibitions, and hospitality, as well as specializing in executive positioning to enhance company branding.
Early Career at Ideal Shopping Direct
Arjun Jayan began his professional career as a Telemarketing Executive at Ideal Shopping Direct in 2008, where he worked for 11 months. This early experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in marketing and partnerships.