Ashish Mahendru
Media Sales Professional
Summary
Media sales professional with 17 years of experience in Business Development, Key Account Management, Media Planning, and Integrated Advertising Solutions. Currently associated with The Times of India as Chief Manager – Key Accounts, driving strategic partnerships across Consumer Durables & Telecom verticals. Proven expertise in revenue growth, media sales across Print, Digital & OMS platforms, brand solutions, and client relationship management. Experienced in team leadership, having managed the Retail vertical as Group Head prior to the Strategic Client Lead role. Skilled in strategy planning, stakeholder management, and delivering innovative, solution-oriented campaigns for leading brands.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Manager
The Times of India (BCCL)
Gurugram
06.2011 - Current
- Managing key partnership clients across Consumer Durables & Telecom verticals, including LG Electronics, Samsung Electronics, boAt, Philips, Dyson, Haier, Google, etc..
- Drove revenue growth across Print, OMS, OOH, and Digital platforms through integrated media solutions and strategic account management, enhancing client engagement.
- Identifying new business opportunities, innovations, and cross-platform sales strategies to maximize client revenue and market share.
- Conceptualizing and executing 360° marketing, branding, and communication campaigns aligned with client business objectives.
- Identifying new business opportunities and cross-platform sales strategies to maximize client revenue and market share, fostering long-term partnerships.
Sales Manager
DB Group of Companies
New Delhi
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Acquired HNI and retail clients across investment and insurance products.
- Enabled trading and investment solutions across key exchanges.
- Managed RM/SRM teams and expanded franchisee partnerships.
Sales Manager
Trustline Securities Ltd.
Noida
11.2008 - 05.2010
- Drove revenue growth through client acquisition and trading across NSE, BSE, MCX, and NCDEX.
- Managed client relationships, retention, and cross-selling of financial products.
Relationship Manager
Almondz Global Securities Ltd.
New Delhi
01.2008 - 10.2008
- Drove revenue through NSE & BSE trading activities.
- Built and managed client relationships.
- Cross-sold financial products and investment solutions.
Education
MBA - Marketing
GGSIP University
New Delhi2008
B.COM -
MJP Rohilkhand University
Bareilly2006
12th -
St. Aloysius School
2002
Skills
Key Account Management
Client Relationship Management
Sales & Marketing Strategy
Team Management
Media Planning
Campaign Management
Business Development
Accomplishments
- Maintained a strong track record of delivering and surpassing business targets, securing best-in-class performance ratings
- Drove strategic partnerships and integrated media campaigns for leading consumer durable and telecom brands, contributing to sustained revenue growth and stronger key account relationships.
- Generated ₹2+ Cr revenue by spearheading 7 special editions of Delhi Times during the post-pandemic recovery phase in 2020.
- Successfully managed “Wedding Times” magazine for 5+ years, delivering 30%+ profitability.
- Conceptualized and launched high-impact properties including Delhi Times & NBT Shopping Festival and Times Big Reward Festival.
- Launched “Retail Icons” magazine and organized a leading retail industry event featured in The Economic Times Delhi edition.
Timeline
Chief Manager
The Times of India (BCCL)
06.2011 - Current
Sales Manager
DB Group of Companies
06.2010 - 05.2011
Sales Manager
Trustline Securities Ltd.
11.2008 - 05.2010
Relationship Manager
Almondz Global Securities Ltd.
01.2008 - 10.2008
MBA - Marketing
GGSIP University
B.COM -
MJP Rohilkhand University
12th -
St. Aloysius School
Personal Details
- Fathers Name : Anil Mahendru
- DOB : 05-08-1984
- Nationality : Indian
- Marital Status : Married
- Address : 610, Imperial Block, Supertech Estate, Sec-9, Vaishali, Ghaziabad - 201010