Syed Tahseen
About Syed Tahseen
Syed Tahseen serves as the B2B Sales Head at Lokal, where he leads a team focused on client acquisition and retention in rural and semi-urban areas of India. He has extensive experience in sales and business development across various companies, including WorkIndia, Twin Health, and Al Safi Danone.
Current Role at Lokal
Syed Tahseen serves as the B2B Sales Head at Lokal, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for leading a team focused on acquiring and retaining clients in rural and semi-urban areas of India. His work contributes to Lokal's mission of providing relevant and reliable news and information to empower local communities.
Previous Experience at WorkIndia
Prior to his current role, Syed worked at WorkIndia as an Area Sales Manager from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure in Bengaluru, Karnataka, he focused on sales strategies and client management, enhancing the company's outreach in the local market.
Career Background in Sales and Team Leadership
Syed has a diverse background in sales and team leadership. He held positions at Twin Health and Numen Health as Team Lead from 2020 to 2022, where he managed teams and drove sales initiatives. Additionally, he worked at Firstsource as a Supervisor from 2016 to 2019, contributing to operational efficiency and team performance.
Expertise in Hyperlocal Media
Syed possesses domain expertise in hyperlocal media, which aligns with Lokal's vision of becoming a leading digital platform for rural India. His strong passion for empowering local communities through relevant information supports his contributions to the company's strategic goals.
Educational and Professional Development
Throughout his career, Syed has developed a robust skill set in business development and client management. His previous roles at mfine as a Business Development Specialist and Quikr as a Senior Key Account Manager provided him with valuable experience in sales strategies and client relationship management.