Dhananjay Sharma
About Dhananjay Sharma
Dhananjay Sharma serves as the Site Lead India and General Manager at Karat, where he has held the position since 2023. He has extensive experience in sales and management, having previously worked in various leadership roles at MarketsandMarkets™, LinkedIn, and other organizations over a career spanning 17 years.
Current Role at Karat
Dhananjay Sharma serves as the Site Lead India and General Manager at Karat since 2023. In this role, he holds general management responsibilities across various functions, including product, sales, operations, delivery, and alliances. His focus is on supporting organizations in identifying top tech talent to drive business transformation. His leadership aims to create a differentiated vision match while structuring solutions for clients.
Previous Experience at MarketsandMarkets™
Before joining Karat, Dhananjay Sharma held multiple positions at MarketsandMarkets™ from 2019 to 2023. He served as Vice President of Enterprise Sales for two years and then transitioned to Vice President of Sales for one year. Additionally, he was the VP of MidMarkets for one year and Regional Vice President for eight months in 2019. His tenure at MarketsandMarkets™ involved strategic sales leadership and driving business growth.
Professional Background
Dhananjay Sharma has a diverse professional background spanning 17 years in various roles. He worked at LinkedIn as a Relationship Manager for Strategic Accounts in the UAE from 2016 to 2018. His earlier career includes positions at ITC Infotech, GrowthEnabler, Gartner, Tata Motors, and Citibank India. His experience encompasses sales, account management, and analyst relations across different sectors.
Education and Qualifications
Dhananjay Sharma holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Economics Honors from JNV University, completed between 2001 and 2004. He also earned a Post-graduate Diploma in Marketing (MBA) from Symbiosis International University, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he obtained a Post-graduate Diploma in International Business & Finance from JNV University from 2004 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in business and finance.
Skills and Expertise
Dhananjay Sharma has a strong belief in creating differentiated vision matches while structuring solutions for clients. He has extensive experience in helping organizations make data-driven decisions. His expertise includes general management, sales strategy, and operations, gained through his work with both large and niche organizations in diverse environments.