MUMBAI: Times Television Network (TTN) has roped in Jagdish Mulchandani as the CFO of the company effective 2 April. Prior to joining TTN, he was associated with MediaPro as CFO.

Based in Mumbai, Mulchandani will lead and drive finance-related strategy and operations for Times Television Network. In addition, he will also oversee the functions of Distribution, Traffic and Administration of the all the TTN channels ? ET Now, Movies Now, Times Now and zoOm.
 
Mulchandani will be reporting into Avinash Kaul, Chief Executive Officer ? ET Now, Times Now and zoOm.

In his new role, he will leverage his distribution experience with TTN having now adopted its own penetration and distribution team and its domestic subscription business now with MSM Discovery.

Speaking on the announcement, TTN MD and CEO Sunil Lulla said, "Jagdish comes on board at the opportune time to help steer and grow Times Television Network?s value proposition. Armed with a vast experience across various industries including the Media & Entertainment domain in India and overseas, Jagdish is a key member of Times Television Network?s leadership team. Apart from Finance, his experience with Distribution will be an asset for our business in this new era of TV Broadcasting. I am sure he will add great value to the profitable growth of our channels and our business."
 
Commenting on his new role, Mulchandani said, "I am very happy to be part of India?s finest media group, with such high repute. Times Television Network has strong brands, leaders in their respective categories, and the business is on a strong growth path. In this new phase of growth for the network, I look forward to working with some highly motivated individuals and adding value to the business. Apart from my Finance and Strategy skills, I look forward to adding muscle to Times Television Network?s Distribution function."