Rajeev Kheror

About Rajeev Kheror

Shaping the companies that will define the next era of global media & entertainment.I bring a unifying strategic vision and the ability to align diverse teams toward high-performance outcomes—guiding Fortune 500 companies, media conglomerates, private equity firms, governments, and Big 6 consulting partners through transformation and growth.A track record of pioneering breakthrough platforms, launching new-market ecosystems, and modernizing legacy businesses into innovation-led, scalable enterprises. Honored with Effie, Forbes World’s Top Innovative Companies, ITA, Rainbow Awards (Judge), and multiple Emmy nominations.Known for developing exceptional talent and building cultures where ambition and organizational purpose move as one.I remain deeply committed to shaping the future of audience-owned media and the convergence of creativity, technology, and global storytelling.Credited for building and scaling content business platforms for some of the world’s top media organizations by leading teams in content creation, acquisition, monetization and distribution for 1.3 + billion viewers globally- Led M&A transactions worth over $850M- Built and managed $ 650 M+ enterprises in U.S.A and drove 800%+ international revenue growth- Spearheaded digital-first pivots, creating world-leading platforms (ZEE5, WION, India.com, Z Living)- Created 17 content platforms across the world in 10 languages bringing 578 + million viewers- Produced blockbuster films, + hours of scripted & unscripted series and TV specials for NBC, Discovery, ZEE, India.com, WION, Z Living & Mukta Arts- Acquired 578 + million customers, lead the P&L of global businesses by steering subsidiaries, independent companies and M&A across U.S.A, South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia.Prominent content business authority, influential member, contributor and speaker for the worldwide entertainment community. Execution leadership in digital transformation, AI content convergence, legacy media corporations to digital first corporations. Specialization in OTT, digital markets, content market science, creation, consumer strategy and business forecasting. Implementation of global expansion plans and M&A for leading media corporations.Optimized value & financial KPI’s for 41 international content businesses in video streaming services, broadcasting, film production, digital platforms & media academics. Created content businesses in broadcasting, digital and video streaming services worldwide.

Experience

1. Strategic Advisor

   Essel Group

   Nov 2020 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Corporate development and digital transformation for the diversified industrial group to monetize multiple businesses in media, entertainment, Edutech, health, real estate and hospitality.

Education

• Delhi University

  Bachelor of Commerce, English, Commerce, Business, Accounts, Economics

• Harvard Business School

  TCL, Strategy, Leadership, Finance & Governance

• Madhya Pradesh Board

  Intermediate, English, Economics, Business

• Asian Academy of Film & Television

  Film and Television Direction, Scripting, Production, Direction , Talent mangement

• Vidyaranya High School

  High School, English, Hindi, Maths Sciences

• University of Helsinki

  Elements of Artificial Intelligence