Strengthening its senior management leadership, Times Network has announced today the appointment of Ashit Kukian as President – Revenue. This is his second stint with the network after a hiatus of 10 years. In his new role, he will interact closely with the Content, Distribution, Marketing and other enabling functions to ensure that business objectives are met. The Ad Sales and Branded Content teams of the Times Network will directly report to him and he will report to MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network.
MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network said, “It gives me great pleasure to welcome Ashit back into the Times Network fold as President – Revenue. His guidance, industry insights and operational expertise will help us achieve our aggressive growth targets and meet the business objectives through traditional and non – traditional revenue streams as we move into the future. I am sure his extensive background in media management and experience over two decades in the print, television & radio industry will add great value to the growth of Times Network.”
Commenting on his new role at Times Network, Ashit said, “I am extremely excited to take on the new role with Times Network. As an individual helming the revenue vertical of a network that is growing by leaps and bounds, I will try my level best in giving my inputs, industry insights and operational expertise in the best possible manner. Using my experience garnered across print, television and radio I am sure I can lead the team in adding value to the growth of the network channels and businesses.”
Ashit has had a 13 year stint with BCCL in the past where he managed several important roles. He was a key figure of the team that launched zoom Television in 2004. He went on to serve Radio City 91.1 FM as President & Chief Operating Officer for 10 years. Ashit has done his Bachelor of Science from Mumbai University and is passionate about reading and travelling.
