Pritesh Bhagabati
Sr Area Business Head Agency
Guwahati,AS
Summary
Senior Area Business Head leading agency distribution across multiple branches in Guwahati region. Manages agency branch operations, develops field teams that support 8+ MDRTs and COTs, and drives business growth through partner activation, structured reviews, and market expansion. Brings life insurance sales leadership shaped by regional coverage, promotion through distribution roles, and performance in high-volume markets.
Overview
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28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Area Business Head (Agency)
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
09.2025 - Current
- Since 12th Sept’25 till date taking care of 5 Agency Branch of Guwahati Region.
- MBA having more than 26 Years experience in Sales & Marketing, out of which 6 Years in Consumer Durables and Automobiles and last 22 Years in Life Insurance.
Cluster Head of Guwahati Region
TATA AIA Life Insurance Co Ltd
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Taking care of 5 Agency Branch since 1st Aug’24. Handled a business volume of 35 crore annually with 8 MDRTs & COTs last year.
- Achievement: Awarded as the No.1 Cluster of East Zone in Head to Head Challenge
APC Channel
MAX LIFE INSURANCE CO LTD
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Served as Partner Office Head from July 2021 to July 2024.
- Achieved promotion to Sr Partner Office Head in 2023, ranking among Top 3 APC Offices nationwide.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Sr Territory Manager
RELIANCE NIPPON LIFE INSURANCE CO.LTD
07.2016 - 05.2021
- After working for DHFL Pramerica Life Insurance from 4th Jan’16 to 15th June’16 worked for Reliance Life Insurance Agency since 14th July 2016 to 30th May2021
- Achievement: Joined as Territory Manager and Promoted as Sr Territory Manager in 2020.
Cluster Head North East
BIRLA SUNLIFE INSURANCE Co. LTD
07.2008 - 12.2015
- Since 2nd July 2008 till 31st Dec 2015.
- Achievements: Joined as Branch Manager for Tinsukia Branch on 2nd July 2008; promoted to Branch Head for Tinsukia on 28th Dec 2009. On 7th Nov 2011, got promoted as Cluster Distribution Manager for Jorhat Region (Sr. Manager, Job Band 9) responsible of 10 Branches with 11 Branch Managers. Assumed role of Cluster Distribution Manager for North East overseeing 26 Branches and 28 Branch Managers/Heads on 12th Nov 2012. On 8th Sept 2014, re-designated as Channel Development Manager, North East reporting to Sr. Zonal Head, based at Guwahati. Basic job responsibility includes support to all 3 Regional Managers of North East in terms of Best Practices, Quality Distribution and exploration of New Markets/Clusters through structured process (CPS model), with HR grade as Chief Manager
- Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with channel partners to enhance business growth.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for channel expansion.
- Implemented training programs for channel partners to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
Location Head
Tata AIG Life Insurance Co. Ltd
07.2006 - 06.2007
- Joined 31st July 2006 as BA Manager In-Charge for Silchar Branch, overseeing business development and expansion in Barak Valley, with additional responsibilities for Tripura, Mizoram, and Imphal. Before moving to BSLI also worked for Aviva Life Insurance Co. Ltd for a brief period from 5th Dec’07 to 30th June’08 as Branch Manager for Dibrugarh Branch.
- Transformed a non-connected location into a fully connected location within one year.
Sales Development Manager
HDFC Standard Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
09.2004 - 06.2006
- Joined on 2nd September, 2004 as Sales Development Manager and looking after the Insurance business development and expansion in Guwahati and other parts of North East.
- Achievement: Fast track promotion from SDM to BDM in 9 months.
Sales Officer
Lucas Indian Service Ltd
08.2000 - 08.2004
- Joined as Sales Officer on 18th August 2000 and looked after Cachar District, Barak Valley including entire state of Tripura and Mizoram and was responsible for the distribution and collection of Lucas-TVS Automobile Parts.
- Achievement: Star Performer National No. 1
Sales Executive
USHA International Ltd
03.1998 - 08.2000
- After Graduation Started professional career as Sales Executive in Fan Division on March 23rd, 1998 and looking after Upper Assam and part of Guwahati. It was a firsthand experience working in the Dealer Network and learning to work on Personal relationship.
- Achievement: Golden Club Winner National No 2.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted market research to identify new sales opportunities and target demographics, driving strategic sales initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design promotional strategies that enhanced product visibility in the market.
Education
Master in Business Administration (Dual specialization) - Sales & Marketing
Omega Institute of Management & Technology Delhi
Delhi01.2019
Bachelor’s degree in Science with honors - Geology, Physics and Math
Arya Vidyapeeth College
Guwahati01.1996
High Secondary (XII) in Science - undefined
Faculty Higher Secondary School
North Guwahati01.1993
Matriculation (X) - undefined
Faculty High School
Guwahati01.1991
D.C.A. (Diploma in Computer Application) - undefined
APTECH
Guwahati01.1997
Skills
Agency distribution leadership
Branch network management
Sales target planning
Channel growth strategy
Team performance management
Insurance sales operations
Market expansion planning
Branch profitability management
Relationship management
Compliance management
Cross-sell strategy
Performance scorecards
Distributor onboarding
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 16th November, 1973
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Accomplishments
- MBA having more than 26 Years experience in Sales & Marketing, out of which 6 Years in Consumer Durables and Automobiles and last 22 Years in Life Insurance.
- Total Work Experiences: Completed Twenty Years in Life Insurance Agency Business and total of 26 Years in Sales and Marketing.
- Present Cost to Company: Rupees Twenty-Two Lac per Annum
Professional Experiences
Awarded as the No.1 Cluster of East Zone in Head to Head Challenge, Joined as Partner Office Head and Promoted as Sr Partner Office Head in 2023 and emerged as the Top 3 APC Office Pan India., Joined as Territory Manager and Promoted as Sr Territory Manager in 2020., Was responsible for the transformation of a Non connected location to a fully connected location in 1 year., Fast track promotion from SDM to BDM in 9 months., Star Performer National No1, Golder Club Winner National No 2.
Activities
- Work site Activities for Market reach out.
- Organization of Contribution Events in Clusters.
- Organizing Seminars and distribution of Lectures on Finance& Other Topics
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information furnished above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Reference & all relevant documents would be furnished upon request
Timeline
Senior Area Business Head (Agency)
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
09.2025 - Current
Cluster Head of Guwahati Region
TATA AIA Life Insurance Co Ltd
08.2024 - 08.2025
APC Channel
MAX LIFE INSURANCE CO LTD
06.2021 - 07.2024
Sr Territory Manager
RELIANCE NIPPON LIFE INSURANCE CO.LTD
07.2016 - 05.2021
Cluster Head North East
BIRLA SUNLIFE INSURANCE Co. LTD
07.2008 - 12.2015
Location Head
Tata AIG Life Insurance Co. Ltd
07.2006 - 06.2007
Sales Development Manager
HDFC Standard Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
09.2004 - 06.2006
Sales Officer
Lucas Indian Service Ltd
08.2000 - 08.2004
Sales Executive
USHA International Ltd
03.1998 - 08.2000
D.C.A. (Diploma in Computer Application) - undefined
APTECH
Matriculation (X) - undefined
Faculty High School
High Secondary (XII) in Science - undefined
Faculty Higher Secondary School
Bachelor’s degree in Science with honors - Geology, Physics and Math
Arya Vidyapeeth College
Master in Business Administration (Dual specialization) - Sales & Marketing
Omega Institute of Management & Technology Delhi