Business Head – Events & Experiential
Posted: 5 hours ago
Job Description
Job Description: Business Head – Events & Experiential (India)Position: Business Head – Events& ExperientialLocation: MumbaiAbout USOne of India’s leading experiential and integrated brand solutions agencies — specializing in corporate events, exhibitions, conferences, and brand activations. With a legacy of delivering high-impact experiences across industries, we pride ourselves on creativity, precision, and end-to-end execution excellence. Role OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic and strategic Business Head to lead our Events & Experiential division in India. This individual will oversee sales, client servicing, operations, and profitability for the vertical — ensuring seamless project delivery, strong client relationships, and continuous business growth.The ideal candidate is a hands-on business leader with proven experience in the event industry, capable of managing multi-city teams, driving revenue targets, and maintaining a reputation for innovation and excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Leadership & P&L ManagementLead the P&L ownership for the India events and experiential vertical.Develop and execute business plans aligned with revenue and profitability goals.Forecast, track, and analyze financial performance; ensure project-level profitability.Create systems for performance monitoring and cost optimization across projects.Sales & Client ServicingDrive new business development and manage key client relationships.Convert briefs into impactful experiential strategies and presentations.Build and lead the client servicing team to ensure outstanding delivery and retention.Work closely with creative and operations teams to deliver solutions that meet client objectives.Operational ExcellenceOversee end-to-end event execution, including planning, budgeting, production, and on-ground delivery.Ensure high-quality vendor partnerships, timely procurement, and cost efficiency.Implement operational SOPs to enhance team collaboration and accountability.Strategic DevelopmentCollaborate with leadership to develop new verticals, IPs, and business models within the events space.Explore synergies with brand marketing, content, and digital engagement initiatives.Lead innovation in event formats, technologies, and engagement strategies.Team LeadershipManage, mentor, and grow cross-functional teams — sales, servicing, design, and operations.Build a culture of ownership, performance, and excellence.Identify training needs and establish learning frameworks for team advancement.Candidate Profile10–15 years of experience in events, experiential marketing, or integrated brand solutions.Proven experience managing multi-crore business verticals with end-to-end accountability.Strong financial acumen and ability to drive both revenue and profitability.Deep understanding of event production, design sensibilities, and client servicing.Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.Strategic thinker with a creative edge and hands-on execution capability.What You’ll GetA leadership role in a fast-growing experiential agency.Freedom to build and scale your own business vertical with full P&L control.Work alongside top brands across industries — BFSI, real estate, design, FMCG, and more.Opportunity to collaborate with a globally expanding organization with presence in India and the Middle East.
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