Rahul Thappa is an experienced professional currently serving as Managing Director at Naviga since July 2021, where leadership of the Global Center of Excellence drives product innovation to create long-term value. Prior to this role, Rahul was a Principal Consultant at VDO Focus Consulting, supporting startups and broadcasters with digital marketing strategies and audience insights. With a strong background in advertising and analytics, Rahul held various leadership positions including SVP at FOX Networks Group Asia, VP at Astro, and Managing Partner at Mindshare Malaysia, contributing to significant ad-sales growth and enhancing operational efficiencies. Rahul holds multiple degrees, including a PGPX in General Management from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and has been recognized for delivering innovative solutions and achieving high-performance ratings in advertising.