World Is One News (WION) has named Pankaj Rai as its Sales Head, a strategic move to enhance marketing efforts and influencer initiatives. Rai brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles at The Q, Gaming Solutions, and The Qyou Network.
With an extensive background spanning 17 years in broadcast media sales and digital platforms, Rai’s expertise is poised to play a crucial role in steering WION’s influencer marketing strategies. The details of his specific responsibilities will be outlined in the upcoming days.
Pankaj Rai’s professional journey boasts significant contributions to the media industry, including key positions at Zee Entertainment. He served as the Zonal Head for Zee Cinema in North & East regions, playing a pivotal role in launching two Hindi movie channels – &pictures and Zee Bollywood. Rai has also made noteworthy contributions to media organizations such as Mid-day and People Interactive.
As WION continues to evolve as a prominent news platform, the appointment of Pankaj Rai reflects the channel’s commitment to strengthening its sales and marketing capabilities, leveraging Rai’s extensive experience in the field.
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