Mumbai: Avinash Kaul, CEO of Network18 (Broadcast) and Managing Director of A+E Networks, has resigned from his role and is moving on, according to sources familiar with the development.
Kaul, a seasoned media professional with a career spanning over 26 years, has been widely recognised for driving innovation and strategic growth across broadcast and content businesses. He had been with Network18 Media for nearly 12 years, during which he played a key role in strengthening the network’s television portfolio.
In August last year, Kaul’s responsibilities were expanded to focus on driving direct revenue growth across TV, digital and print. He was also mandated to continue strengthening ratings performance and overseeing key operating verticals across television and print businesses. In his role, Kaul reported to Rahul Joshi, Managing Director of Network18.
Sources indicate that Network18 already has a well-established leadership structure in place, with CEOs heading each business vertical. These leaders are expected to continue in their respective roles, and there is no indication of any immediate changes to the company’s organisational structure following Kaul’s exit.
Prior to Network18, Kaul served as CEO of the television division at BCCL and has also held senior leadership roles at Sahara One and NDTV. His contributions to the industry have been recognised with multiple accolades, including being named CEO of the Year at the exchange4media News Broadcasting Awards (ENBA).
Network18 did not respond to queries seeking comment on the development at the time of publication.
Kaul is widely regarded within the media and broadcasting industry as a respected leader and seasoned professional, and his next move is keenly awaited.
