Former Bharti Airtel CEO joins Masters’ Union as chairperson

Masters’ Union, the new-age business school in Gurgaon, is pleased to announce Mr. Manoj Kohli as its new chairperson. With more than 40 years of experience in the telecommunications and technology industry, Mr. Kohli brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the premier institution.

Mr. Kohli, a distinguished business leader, having spent 16 years in the manufacturing sector before leading mobile startup Escotel to achieve market leadership in three important markets in India. As the former CEO of Bharti Airtel, Mr. Kohli was instrumental in transforming the company into one of the largest telecom operators in the world. He has also held various leadership roles in the industry, including being a Board Member of SoftBank Group International. Mr. Kohli has also served on the board of GSMA in 2008 and 2012 and was the Chairman of the CII Task Force on Ease of Doing Business. He is now the Chair of the CII Unicorn Forum, which aims to attract new tech investments to India.

Pratham Mittal, Founder of Masters’ Union, said, “At Masters’ Union, we aim to equip our students with skills that shape them into all-rounded global professionals. We are delighted to welcome Manoj Kohli as our new chairperson. He is a visionary leader with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in the business world. We are confident that his insights and guidance will help us take Masters’ Union to new heights of excellence.”

In his new position, Mr. Kohli will provide strategic direction and guidance to the school, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the business landscape and his deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of today’s business leaders. Under his leadership, Masters’ Union aims to strengthen its focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation.

Manoj Kohli, Chairman and Managing Partner, MK Knowledge LLP said, “I am honoured to join Masters’ Union, which is dedicated to developing the next generation of business leaders. I am excited to work closely with the faculty, staff, and students to strengthen the school’s foundation and accelerate its growth. As a leader, I believe in creating a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages students to think outside the box and reach their full potential. We can work together to build a community that not only produces successful business leaders but also has a positive impact on society.”

Masters’ Union is poised to continue shaping the next generation of business leaders and preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the modern business world, thanks to Mr. Kohli’s leadership and the school’s unique approach to education. BWPeople