RC Venkateish joins Dish TV as CEO

Dish TV India Limited has announced the appointment of RC Venkateish as its chief executive officer. In a career spanning 27 years, Venkateish has worked with global brands like Smithkline Beecham, Nestle India, Gillette, Kellogg India and ESPN Star Sports. Prior to joining Dish TV, Venkateish was the managing director for India and South Asia for ESPN Star Sports and was responsible for business operations in these regions.

Jawahar Goel, managing director, Dish TV India Limited, said, "“Venkateish has an excellent track record while heading leading brands, his experience gives him a well-seasoned perspective which perfectly complements Dish TV’s needs as a rapidly growing company with the highest market share. I am confident in his abilities to enable Dish TV to take the next big leap.”