MUMBAI: It’s a homecoming of sorts of Sajith Sivanandan. He worked with the team at Disney+Hotstar and he's transitioned from there (with the same folks who have moved to the merged company) as president of Jio Mobile Digital Services under Jio Platforms. In this role, Sanjith will lead the development of AI-driven digital services for Jio Mobile, with a focus on enhancing user experience and scaling digital solutions.
Sajith brings a wealth of experience to his new position, having previously served as the head of Disney+ Hotstar from October 2022 to December 2024. During his tenure, he managed the platform's strategy, growth, and product development, helping it remain a major player in India's streaming market. Prior to this, he worked at Google for 15 years, holding various leadership positions, including managing director and business head for Google Pay and Next Billion User Initiatives in the Asia Pacific region.
Sajith has also worked at various other notable organizations, including XA Network, where he was a member from February 2021 to December 2023; Affle UK Ltd, where he was a director of market development and consumer insight from October 2006 to October 2007; and The Gallup Organization, where he was an associate partner from May 2001 to September 2006.
Sajith's expertise in digital media, business strategy, and analytics will be instrumental in driving Jio Mobile's digital services forward. He will work closely with cross-functional teams to build a suite of digital services at scale for Jio Mobile, underpinned by AI. Sanjith's appointment is a significant milestone in Jio Platforms' mission to revolutionise the digital landscape in India.
Sajith holds an MBA in finance from the Asian Institute of Management and a bachelor's degree in History from Hindu College, Delhi University. He has also completed his MBA in marketing from FORE School of Management, New Delhi.
Sajith's appointment is a significant milestone in Jio Platforms' mission to revolutionize the digital landscape in India. With his extensive experience in digital media, business strategy, and analytics, he is well-equipped to drive Jio Mobile's digital services forward and enhance user experience for customers.
(Earlier, the article had mentioned Sajith's name as Sanjith. We have corrected it since. A big thank you to Peter Mukerjea for pointing it out. The error is regretted - Editor.)
