NOIDA — Times Network has announced the appointment of Gaurav Kumar Dewani as Executive Vice President – Times Influence Sales. This move marks a high-profile return for Dewani, who previously held senior leadership roles within the organization.
Based out of the Noida office, Dewani will report directly to Ashish Sehgal, CEO of Times Television Network and Chief Growth Officer of Media & Entertainment.
Strategic Mandate and Focus
Dewani’s return is central to the network’s strategy to diversify revenue streams beyond traditional advertising.
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Times Influence Umbrella: He is tasked with leading the sales function for branded content, entertainment, and news monetization.
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IP-Led Revenues: A primary focus will be on building and scaling large-format Intellectual Properties (IPs) to drive incremental growth.
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Integrated Solutions: He will work on strengthening the company’s position in content-driven brand solutions across its diverse media portfolio.
Professional Background
Dewani brings over 20 years of experience in commercial strategy and media monetization.
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Previous Role: He joins from NDTV, where he served as Revenue Head – Content, leading integrated monetization initiatives.
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Times Network History: He previously served as Senior VP and National Head – Branded Content at Times Network, where he was instrumental in developing major media IPs.
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Industry Pedigree: His career includes leadership stints at Zee Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company (Bindass), Network18, and Hindustan Times.
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Education: He holds an Executive MBA from IIM Calcutta.
Leadership Context
The appointment coincides with a broader restructuring at Times Network aimed at fostering a “customer-first” mindset. Dewani’s deep familiarity with the organization and his expertise in scaling branded content are expected to be key assets as the network navigates shifts in media consumption and brand effectiveness.
