Anupam G. Mittal
Founder & CMD, People Group
An MBA in Operations and Strategic Management from the Boston College - USA, Anupam started his entrepreneurial journey by founding People Group - A New Media & Entertainment group, which includes businesses such as Shaadi.com, Fropper.com, Mauj Mobile and People Pictures. Known for his sharp business acumen and an eye for detail, Anupam has led People Group from one milestone to another and today the group is recognized as one of the most dynamic enterprises in the country.
Anupam with his keen sense of business development, marketing & business analysis has pioneered a number of revolutionary concepts in Indian business. Shaadi.com, the world's largest matrimonial service provider was launched in the year 1997, and celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. With more than 10 million members and 723,549 success stories to its credit, Shaadi.com has emerged as the premier matrimonial brand on the Internet, and the first business of its kind across the world. Similarly, Fropper.com, a friendship and social networking site and MAUJ Mobile, a wireless content, applications and services Company have been initiated by Anupam and have quickly grown to become leading names in their respective segments.
Prior to founding People Group, Anupam, was associated with Microstrategy Inc. He is a recognized name in Silicon Valley and New York due to his accomplishments at MicroStrategy Inc. Other organizations that he has been associated with include Lotus Corp - IBM Cambridge (USA), Keane Inc., Boston (USA) and Gopal Fabric Mills, Mumbai (India). Anupam Mittal was voted as one of the 25 people to watch out for in 2005 by 'The Week' Magazine. He has also been voted as one of the 100 most influential NRIs in the USA. A frequent speaker at conferences and seminars Anupam is a prominent thought leader in India for the entertainment, media and IT industries.
Badri Sanjeevi
Chief Operating Officer, People Infocom Pvt.Ltd.
Badri Sanjeevi is the Chief Operating Officer at People Infocom Pvt. Ltd and brings with him, over 15 years of extensive experience across fields like Strategic Business Planning, M&A Advisory, advising leading media and telecom companies on corporate strategy and deep functional experience in finance. His experience that spans developing corporate strategy, driving business performance and operational excellence and functional experience in finance makes him an important asset to the organization.
Badri has acquired his bachelor’s degree from Madras University in 1994 where he was awarded the best student title. He is a Chartered Accountant, having cleared all exams with All India merit list and a Cost Accountant. He has also completed his MBA from the reputed INSEAD Business School in Fontainbleau, France. Thereon, this ambitious young man has simply grown from strength to strength. He started his career with Arthur Andersen in India and went on to work with leading organizations like Deutsche Bank, T-Mobile UK Limited and Deloitte MCS ltd in UK.
Badri was also a Leader of the INSEAD Technology and Telecom Alumni Group in the UK. He has organized significant events like “TMT M&A: Strategic Trend or Another Bubble” in 2006 and “Telecom Network Ownership – Who creates value?” in 2008 in London.
At 34, Badri is happily married and is content at his decision to relocate to India and live in Mumbai after being in UK for a number of years. He values the time he is able to spend with family and friends here and reconnecting with his personal and professional network. An ardent traveler, Badri loves to scout varied destinations for his weekend getaways.
Prasad Nair
Head, Content Business and International Business
Prasad Nair is the Head – Content Business and International Business at People Infocom Pvt Ltd and brings with him, over 12 years of experience in Telecom Industry. His experience that spans from being the Regional Director in Spice Digital to being the Regional Sales Head for Airtel Enterprise Services.
Prasad has acquired his bachelor’s in commerce from Calicut University and completed his MBA from National Institute of Management. He holds Diplomas in Information and Systems Management and Networking and Telecommunication Technologies.
Prasad has a free soul that loves to read and travel. He is an avid photographer and enjoys capturing the moments that define life.