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  • Neeraj Jha named honorary secretary general of ASIP

    Neeraj Jha named honorary secretary general of ASIP

    MUMBAI: The Association for Sports Industry Professionals (ASIP) has a new power player in its ranks. Neeraj Jha, a veteran with over 20 years of experience in the sports industry, has been appointed honorary secretary general, a role that positions him at the forefront of shaping the future of sports business in India.

    Jha’s appointment is no ordinary shuffle in leadership—it’s a strategic move to unify industry stakeholders, foster innovation, and accelerate professional growth in the sector. ASIP expressed full confidence in Jha’s ability to steer the ship toward greater collaboration and impact.

    ASIP founder Shaji Prabhakaran welcomed Jha, reinforcing the organisation’s vision to build a robust platform for sports professionals in India.

    “Neeraj brings a wealth of experience and passion for the industry. His leadership will be crucial in strengthening ASIP’s role as a catalyst for sports business development,” said Prabhakaran.

    Taking on the new role with enthusiasm, Jha shared his excitement about joining ASIP’s mission, “I’m excited to collaborate with ASIP’s dedicated professionals to drive impactful change and build a vibrant community. Thanks to Shaji Prabhakaran for creating this platform—together, we’ll take it to new heights.”

    Jha’s appointment is a big win for ASIP as the organisation intensifies its efforts to professionalise the sports industry, bridge knowledge gaps, and enhance opportunities for industry professionals.

  • Neeraj Jha promoted to director – head of content & acquisition (sports) at Warner Bros Discovery

    Neeraj Jha promoted to director – head of content & acquisition (sports) at Warner Bros Discovery

    Mumbai: Neeraj Jha, who previously served as the head of content and acquisition (sports) at Warner Bros Discovery, has been promoted to the role of director – head of content and acquisition (sports).

    In his prior position, Jha spearheaded the rights and acquisition endeavors for Eurosport and Discovery Plus, successfully negotiating and securing significant content deals. These efforts led to a notable 30 percent expansion of the content library and a marked increase in viewer engagement.

    Jha also supervised the production and strategy of branded sales content, collaborating closely with marketing teams to devise campaigns that resulted in a noteworthy 25 percent growth in sponsorships and advertising revenue. Furthermore, he played a key role in developing and executing programming strategies, syndication, and slot-selling initiatives, which culminated in a substantial 40 percent surge in viewership and enhanced market positioning.

    His career journey began as an assistant producer at IMG, and he subsequently gained experience across prominent entities such as E-TV Network, Zee News, Ten Sports Network, and Discovery Inc.