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Abraham Thomas joining Red FM as COO
MUMBAI: Abraham Thomas, who recently resigned as ad sales head of MTV India, is joining Red FM, the India Today Group’s radio arm, as chief operating officer.
Confirming the development to Indiantelevision.com, Thomas said he would be taking charge at Red FM beginning April. “I believe my years in television and print will bring in fresh thinking into what I believe is a sunshine industry poised for phenomenal growth and penetration.
Thomas added that the challenge of moving up to the next level of leadership was also a huge factor in his decision to leave MTV.
Before MTV, Thomas was heading ad sales at SET for the entertainment part of their bouquet. He was with Sony for three years. Prior to that, Thomas was with the Indian Express.
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Sanjeev Rolyan named global director at HCLTech
HCLTech taps seasoned pro to steer digital and software strategy worldwide
NOIDA: Sanjeev Rolyan has reached a new peak in his career, stepping into the role of global director at HCLTech. With over 16 years of experience in the tech and digital services arena, Rolyan is set to bring his expertise in software, applications, and end-to-end source-to-pay functions to the global stage.
Before this elevation, Rolyan held multiple leadership roles at HCLTech, including director & business head and general manager, where he played a pivotal role in driving enterprise resource planning and digital transformation initiatives.
His journey in the industry spans nearly two decades, starting with a long tenure at Genpact as assistant vice president, where he managed sourcing and procurement for IT solutions, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, and application development projects.
Rolyan’s academic credentials include a postgraduate diploma in international business from Symbiosis International University and a certificate in digital strategies for business from Columbia Business School, where he mastered five key domains: customer, competition, data, innovation, and value.
At HCLTech, Rolyan’s mission is clear: to amplify the company’s software and digital offerings, streamline operations, and lead the charge in global digital transformation. With his blend of experience, strategic insight, and digital acumen, the tech world will be watching closely.
