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Sanjeet Mehta

Sanjeet Mehta

Summary

Experienced senior commercial leader with 27 years of driving business growth and franchise development in global MNCs. Currently leading Disney's Consumer Products business across India, Indonesia, and MENA, responsible for managing a portfolio with $1 billion in retail value. Proven ability to transform complex emerging markets into high-growth regions through strategic initiatives, innovative partnerships, and effective business development strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
11.2011 - Current
  • $1 Billion Revenue Leadership: Oversaw Disney's Consumer Products across India, Indonesia, and MENA, driving revenue growth and strategic alignment across a diverse retail portfolio
  • 5x Growth in India: Successfully scaled Disney's India business to $400 million, leveraging long-term strategic partnerships with key market leaders
  • MENA Turnaround: Led the transition of MENA from decline to sustained growth, implementing targeted strategies that revitalized the business
  • E-Commerce Innovation: Drove e-commerce initiatives, increasing online sales contribution to approximately 22% of total revenue
  • Enterprise-Level Partnerships: Cultivated over 200 strategic partnerships with leading organizations, significantly enhancing brand visibility and revenue streams
  • Leadership Development: Mentored and developed four Country Heads, building a robust leadership pipeline that ensured operational excellence

Country Head

Villeroy & Boch
09.2010 - 11.2011
  • Executed market entry strategies in India, establishing a JV and delivering a robust commercial model

Senior VP

Nimbus Communications Ltd
09.2008 - 08.2010
  • Spearheaded a startup from the ground up, transforming the movie rental service in India through innovative strategies and technology integration


Business Head

Calvin Klein Underwear (BHI)
06.2007 - 08.2008

Launched India's first premium international underwear brand, launching 50 stores in the first year and significantly surpassing both operational and revenue targets

Head Licensing & Marketing

Tommy Hilfiger (BHI)
05.2004 - 12.2007
  • As a founding member of the TH team, I led the licensing division that propelled TH to become the number one brand in its segment within three years, while also overseeing marketing efforts across India and the Middle East

Ogilvy & Mather Advertising
12.1999 - 05.2004

Triton Communications (Advertising)
07.1997 - 11.1999

Skills

  • Strategic Business Development
  • P&L Management
  • Market Turnarounds
  • E-Commerce Innovation
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Franchise & Partnership Development
  • Brand Management
  • Cross-Cultural Adaptability

Timeline

Executive Director

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
11.2011 - Current

Country Head

Villeroy & Boch
09.2010 - 11.2011

Senior VP

Nimbus Communications Ltd
09.2008 - 08.2010

Business Head

Calvin Klein Underwear (BHI)
06.2007 - 08.2008

Head Licensing & Marketing

Tommy Hilfiger (BHI)
05.2004 - 12.2007

Ogilvy & Mather Advertising
12.1999 - 05.2004

Triton Communications (Advertising)
07.1997 - 11.1999
Sanjeet Mehta