TV9 Digital appoints Munaf Merchant as VP - Sales

After reigning supreme in news broadcasting, TV9 Network has now emerged as the fastest growing digital news platform in the country.

As part of its aggressive expansion plans, TV9 Digital recently onboarded Munaf Merchant as Vice President – Sales. He will be responsible for building and driving direct revenue streams that cater to the TV9 Digital platforms bouquet. Munaf will report to Azim Lalani, President, Revenue, TV9 Digital.

Raktim Das, Chief Growth Officer (Digital & Broadcasting), TV9 Network said: “We are now a force to reckon with in India’s growing digital media landscape. Just like the broadcasting space, most of our digital platforms are already leaders in their respective markets. Advertisers are showing immense confidence in our ever-growing digital footprint.  We are aggressively pursuing ambitious growth objectives and Munaf’s appointment is another step in that direction.”

Munaf comes with a rich experience of over a decade and was earlier associated with the Network 18 working there as National Sales Head for Brand Solutions & Convergence.

Munaf said: “I am delighted to be entrusted with this responsibility. TV9 Digital is a perfect platform to channelize my abilities and at the same time showcase my creativity. As I take up this new opportunity, I will aim to deliver enhanced value to all our partners and clients.”