Richard Manickam
About Richard Manickam
Richard Manickam serves as the Head of Growth & Partnerships at Turing, where he has worked since 2023. He has held various roles in marketing and operations at notable companies such as JioSaavn, Uber, and Tata Consultancy Services, contributing to significant projects and strategies throughout his career.
Current Role at Turing
Richard Manickam serves as the Head of Growth & Partnerships at Turing, a position he has held since 2023. He operates remotely from Palo Alto, California, United States. In this role, he is responsible for driving growth initiatives and establishing strategic partnerships to enhance Turing's market presence.
Previous Experience at Turing
Prior to his current role, Richard worked at Turing as the Associate Director of Strategy & Operations for six months in 2022. His responsibilities included overseeing operational strategies to improve efficiency and drive growth within the organization.
Professional Background in Marketing and Operations
Richard has extensive experience in marketing and operations across various companies. He worked at Uber in multiple roles, including Senior Marketing Operations Manager for Uber Eats and Marketing Manager. His tenure at Uber included leading campaigns and market expansions in India and the UK. He also served as Associate Director of Global Subscriptions at JioSaavn, where he managed the audio OTT PnL and developed new revenue strategies.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Richard holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the University of Mumbai. He also completed an Executive Education course in Strategy & Leadership at Harvard Business School Online in 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology from K.C. College of Arts, Science and Commerce.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Throughout his career, Richard has progressed through various roles in marketing and operations. He began as a Software Test Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services and moved on to positions such as Management Trainee at Zee Entertainment Enterprises and Growth Lead in the CEO's office at SugarBox. His ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage teams has been a consistent theme in his career.