Rishi Kapoor Joins Team Marksmen Network as CEO & Director, Leading TMN’s Global Growth and Innovation

Strategic media veteran to spearhead TMN’s next phase of growth and global expansion, leveraging over two decades of experience in building and managing sustainable verticals in the media industry.

Team Marksmen Network (TMN), India’s fastest-growing B2B media firm, announced the appointment of Rishi Kapoor as CEO & Director, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. 

In this pivotal role, Kapoor will lead TMN’s strategic growth initiatives, overseeing all aspects of business operations, with a focus on expanding the company’s market presence and developing innovative client solutions. His appointment to the board underscores TMN’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team as it embarks on an ambitious growth trajectory, including expansion into global markets.

In addition to his leadership role, Kapoor will also be part of TMN’s revised capitalization table, becoming a key equity stakeholder in the company. This alignment of interests underscores his personal commitment to the company’s long-term success and growth.

Kapoor brings over 20 years of extensive expertise in building and managing sustainable verticals within the media industry, with a proven record of helping organizations achieve their strategic objectives, while maintaining a sharp focus on both top & bottom line performance. In his most recent role as Partner at Sapphire Human Capital, he successfully built new business verticals including Sapphire Connect, launching multiple industry-led IPs and exclusive C-Suite communities such as Thought Leaders of India and India Diversity Forum – the first & only body in the country focused on creating awareness on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion). 

Previously, as Senior Director at ET Edge ( A division of Times Group)  he was part of the core team that launched the business and played a key role in establishing and scaling numerous successful initiatives, both domestically and internationally. His impressive career also includes leadership positions at Planman Consulting, HT Media, IDG Media, and Monster India.

Taking the opportunity to state his enthusiasm for the role, Rishi Kapoor said, “I am thrilled to join Team Marksmen Network at this exciting juncture. I’m particularly excited to work with the talented team here to build an even stronger and more impactful organization. My track record in creating multiple successful media business verticals, coupled with my passion for driving innovation, aligns perfectly with TMN’s vision for the future. Together, we will focus on delivering exceptional value to our stakeholders while expanding our global footprint.”

Expressing their confidence, Team Marksmen’s Co-Founders, Rajesh Khubchandani, Aakash Tiwari and Sharad Gupta, released a statement: “Rishi’s exceptional track record of delivering strategic value and fostering innovation across organizations makes him the ideal leader to drive Team Marksmen Network’s next phase of growth. His deep understanding of the media landscape, combined with his proven ability to build sustainable businesses and forge strategic partnerships, will be invaluable as we expand our existing verticals and explore new opportunities in global markets.”

The appointment comes at a time when the media and business landscape is rapidly evolving, presenting unique opportunities for growth and innovation. Under Kapoor’s leadership, Team Marksmen Network aims to strengthen its position as an industry leader, expand its portfolio of offerings, and accelerate its international expansion plans, all while maintaining a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation.