Manoj Kohli joins Adobe International Advisory Board

Manoj Kohli is the former Country Head of SoftBank India and former CEO & Managing Director of Bharti Airtel

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Published: Mar 30, 2026 11:20 AM  | 2 min read
Manoj Kohli joins Adobe International Advisory Board
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Today Adobe announced that Manoj Kohli has joined the Adobe International Advisory Board (IAB).

Kohli brings 47 years of global business leadership experience across telecommunications, technology, renewable energy, and digital innovation.

He currently serves as Chairman and Managing Partner at MK Knowledge LLP, where he advises CEOs and founders across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the United States.

Manoj Kohli said, “I’m delighted to join the Adobe International Advisory Board to work with customers at this pivotal time when AI is rapidly transforming how customers discover and engage with brands, and reshaping how enterprises operate and create value. Adobe has consistently enabled organisations to enhance creativity and productivity, and orchestrate personalised experiences to drive growth. I look forward to contributing my perspective and working closely with fellow leaders to help shape their next era of growth.”

Commenting on the appointment, Ben Goodman, President of JAPAC, Adobe said, “India is one of the fastest-growing digital markets in the world, and organisations are increasingly looking to AI and digital experience technologies to drive innovation and growth. Manoj’s extensive leadership experience and strong focus on excellence and integrity will be invaluable for our customers as they navigate complexity, unlock new growth opportunities, and deliver exceptional experiences at scale.”

Previously, Kohli was Country Head of SoftBank India. He worked closely with founders and leadership teams at organisations including Ola, OYO, Zomato, Lenskart, Meesho, Flipkart, Swiggy and Delhivery.

Before joining SoftBank, Kohli spent over a decade as Managing Director and CEO of Bharti Airtel, leading operations across 20 countries. He also played a key role in building platforms such as Airtel TV and Indus Towers.

Published On: Mar 30, 2026 11:20 AM