Kunal Barai
About Kunal Barai
Kunal Barai serves as the Head of Global Markets at Vitrina A.I. He has extensive experience in the entertainment sector, having previously held senior roles at Nielsen and currently contributing to the University of Richmond as an Advisory Board Member.
Current Role at Vitrina A.I.
Kunal Barai serves as the Head of Global Markets at Vitrina A.I. since 2021. In this role, he has been instrumental in establishing partnerships with major entertainment companies, including Netflix, WME, and NBCU, through Vitrina A.I.'s platform. He has also played a key role in expanding the company's coverage to over 125,000 companies across more than 60 countries within the entertainment ecosystem. His leadership contributes to the development of AI-powered market intelligence tools that assist sourcing teams and procurement leaders in the entertainment industry.
Previous Experience at Nielsen
Kunal Barai held multiple positions at Nielsen, where he worked for several years. He served as Senior Director of Content Operations from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he was the Director of Product Leadership for one year in 2016 and the Director of Client Solutions for Tech & Telecom from 2012 to 2015. He also worked as Operations Manager for Tech & Telecom from 2008 to 2012. His extensive experience at Nielsen provided him with a strong foundation in content operations and client solutions.
Early Career at Airtel
Kunal Barai began his career as an Assistant Project Manager at Airtel in 2005, where he worked for 11 months. This early experience in project management helped him develop essential skills that would benefit his future roles in the technology and telecommunications sectors.
Education and Expertise
Kunal Barai studied at the MIT Sloan School of Management, focusing on Artificial Intelligence and its implications for business strategy in 2020. He also earned a Master's degree in Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2006 to 2007. His educational background equips him with a strong understanding of technology and business strategy.
Advisory Role at University of Richmond
Since 2019, Kunal Barai has served as an Advisory Board Member at the University of Richmond. In this capacity, he provides guidance and insights based on his extensive experience in global markets and technology, contributing to the university's strategic initiatives.