Raj is a visionary marketer with a remarkable journey that has taken him across 14 countries over the span of two decades, where he has amassed extensive experience in accelerated marketing, strategy, and business development. His impact on the IT, Advertising, and Retail industries is undeniable, as he has successfully led and transformed multiple start-ups, SMEs, and large enterprises, leaving an indelible mark on the business landscape.
Academically, Raj holds a B.Tech degree in Electronics & Communication from Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology, India. He further honed his skills by pursuing an MBA majoring in Marketing from MDI Gurgaon (Management Development Institute) and an MBA (Part-Time) with a major in Operations from SIBM Bangalore (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management). Demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and growth, he also holds the position of Executive Fellow honorary at Woxsen University. Raj's educational achievements include more than 10+ elite certifications and training from renowned institutions such as Philip Kotler, Miller Heiman Group, Shipleys Training, and he is backed by Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt, CABA (Business Analyst), CAPM (PMI Institute) DMI-AMA (America Marketing Association), and Management Consultant from DSIR, Ministry of Science & Tech.
Throughout his senior-level roles, Raj has taken on key responsibilities across various business functions, including Marketing, Sales, vendor relations, I.T., strategic planning, and business process design. His expertise extends beyond borders, as he has worked extensively and traveled throughout Europe and the USA's West Coast. Notably, Raj demonstrated exceptional leadership acumen by spearheading Hewlett Packard's largest project in Retail Printing CAE across Europe and Asia Pacific.
Raj's entrepreneurial spirit has led him to found four companies: NEA Advertising firm, bookmyartistindia.com, and Teratron, India's fastest-growing LED manufacturing firm. Additionally, he has served as a founder member, partner, and advisor to numerous start-ups and MSMEs, including Boomagift, ENCZTech, and 777Bond. These engagements highlight his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting aspiring entrepreneurs.
Currently, Raj serves as the Director of Marketing at Galgotias University, where his strategic prowess continues to shape the institution's brand and drive its success. Prior to this, he held the prestigious position of Managing Director and Global Business Director at a multinational IT firm headquartered in Boston, USA, showcasing his global acumen and extensive industry knowledge.
Raj has been recognized and celebrated for his outstanding contributions and achievements. In 2021, he received India's Leading Growth Hacker award, highlighting his exceptional ability to drive growth and innovation. He also received the Education Excellence Award 2022 from ESDA India for his contributions to EdTech, and the India's Prime Icon award 2021 from FoxClues, solidifying his reputation as a leading growth hacker. Raj was honored with the Brand Builder Award by GemsOfIndia in 2021. Internationally, he was recognized as the "Man of Material" by South Sudan's officials for his extraordinary contribution to digital transformation and modernization.
Within Wipro Technologies, Raj has received prestigious accolades, including the Pillar of the "Offshore Development Centre" and the title of Mr. "Dependable" for his instrumental role in the offshore transition of the Image Printing Services program. He has received the Feather In My Cap (FIMC) award on three occasions, the "Wipro Confluence" award in Application Services, and achieved record setter of six consecutive Outstanding Achievement Ratings, showcasing his unwavering dedication and superior performance.