Laxmi Suri
Business Professional-Digital Ad Sales
Bangalore
Summary
- Accomplished Digital Ad Sales and Business Development professional with over 12 years of success in driving revenue and growth across digital, tech, and media sectors.
- Expertise in selling Publisher Inventory, content solutions, Ad-Tech products, and AI platforms.
- A strategic thinker with a strong track record in client acquisition, campaign management, and innovative solution sales.
- Adept at developing and maintaining key client relationships, generating high-value partnerships, and driving integrated marketing strategies to exceed business objectives.
- Thorough team contributor and effectively prioritizes the tasks and meet the deadlines.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Region Head – Sizmek & Flashtalking (3rd Party Ad Servers)
Escape Velocity
9 2023 - Current
- Led the expansion and growth of Sizmek & Flashtalking’s 3rd party ad measurement solutions across South Region.
- Successfully introduced Flashtalking, a new product in the market, and built a strong client base, including high-profile brands.
- Managed to secure partnerships with leading agencies such as GroupM, Dentsu, Mediaant, Y Optima, IA, Assembly Global, and Madison.
- Introduced Dynamic Creative Optimization (DCO) and attribution solutions and successfully integrated ad tracking, ad serving, and brand safety technologies to enhance client ad performance
Senior Manager – Times Now, ET Now, Zoom, Times Drive, Times Foodie, Gadget Times
Times Network
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Drove Cross-Platform Revenue Growth: Successfully increased digital ad sales for flagship channels such as Times Now, ET Now and Zoom, expanding the revenue base across digital platforms.
- Integrated Marketing Campaigns: Led the creation and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that combined TV and digital media.
- Content Selling: Spearheaded content sales initiatives for Zoom. By identifying and capitalizing on high-value content partnerships, I was able to increase brand visibility and drive higher revenues.
Manager – Gaana (Inventory/Content Deals)
Times Internet-Gamma Gaana Ltd
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Spearheaded advertising growth on Gaana's audio and video platforms, increasing ad revenue in the auto, fmcg, fashion and gaming category.
- Negotiated strategic partnerships with top brands for branded content and sponsorships, resulting in high revenue-generating campaigns.
Manager – Zee5 (Content & Large Client Solutions Consultant)
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented targeted sales strategies for Zee5’s content solutions, boosting ad sales revenue in the North region.
- Managed LCS clients and expanded digital ad partnerships with key agencies, delivering customized marketing solutions that resulted in increase in client spends.
- Collaborated with creative teams to design innovative branded content campaigns that generated my major revenue.
Assistant Manager – Alliances & Digital Marketing Consultant (MLabs)
Times Internet Ltd. (Magicbricks Realty Services Ltd.)
02.2016 - 04.2017
Key Account Manager – Business Development
One MobiKwik Systems Pvt Ltd.
05.2015 - 02.2016
Strategy Power Manager – Business Development
Avantha Power and Infrastructure Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2015
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Energy Management
Thapar University
Patiala, Punjab 01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Electronics and Communication
Maharishi Dayanand University
Rohtak, Haryana 01.2006 - 01.2010
Skills
Strategic Partnerships & Alliances
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/25/88
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Manager – Times Now, ET Now, Zoom, Times Drive, Times Foodie, Gadget Times
Times Network
10.2022 - 08.2023
Manager – Gaana (Inventory/Content Deals)
Times Internet-Gamma Gaana Ltd
05.2019 - 09.2022
Manager – Zee5 (Content & Large Client Solutions Consultant)
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.
05.2017 - 05.2019
Assistant Manager – Alliances & Digital Marketing Consultant (MLabs)
Times Internet Ltd. (Magicbricks Realty Services Ltd.)
02.2016 - 04.2017
Key Account Manager – Business Development
One MobiKwik Systems Pvt Ltd.
05.2015 - 02.2016
Strategy Power Manager – Business Development
Avantha Power and Infrastructure Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Energy Management
Thapar University
01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Electronics and Communication
Maharishi Dayanand University
01.2006 - 01.2010
Region Head – Sizmek & Flashtalking (3rd Party Ad Servers)
Escape Velocity
9 2023 - Current
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