Neha Sharma Katyal named Head of Growth – India at Glu

Neha Sharma Katyal brings over 18 years of leadership experience across digital media, advertising and technology

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Published: Aug 12, 2026 3:34 PM  | 2 min read
Neha Sharma Katyal Takes Charge as Head of Growth at Glu India
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  • Neha Sharma Katyal has been appointed as Head of Growth - India at Glu, reporting to Founder and CEO Rahul Pandey.
  • She will oversee the company's growth strategy, market expansion, and strategic partnerships in the AI commerce sector in India.
  • Neha brings over 18 years of experience in digital media, advertising, and technology, having held senior roles at companies like Disney+ Hotstar, The Trade Desk, Spotify, and Twitter.
  • Both Neha and Rahul Pandey emphasized the importance of adapting to AI-driven changes in consumer behavior and commerce as Glu aims to enhance brand visibility and competitiveness.

Glu has appointed Neha Sharma Katyal as Head of Growth - India. Reporting to Founder and CEO Rahul Pandey, she will lead the company's growth strategy, market expansion and strategic partnerships as Glu accelerates its presence in India's rapidly evolving AI commerce ecosystem.

Neha brings over 18 years of leadership experience across digital media, advertising and technology, having held senior commercial roles at Disney+ Hotstar (JioStar), The Trade Desk, Spotify and Twitter (X). She has built high-growth businesses, forged strategic partnerships and helped brands navigate evolving consumer behaviour and digital ecosystems.

She joins Glu at a pivotal time as AI assistants and conversational search redefine how consumers discover and choose brands. 

"AI is fundamentally changing how consumers discover, evaluate and choose brands," said Rahul Pandey, Founder and CEO, Glu, "As AI becomes the new interface for commerce, Glu is building the intelligence infrastructure that enables brands to remain visible, trusted and competitive. Neha brings deep expertise in scaling and navigating industry-defining shifts. Her leadership will be instrumental as we strengthen our relationships with brands and agencies, expand our presence in India and global markets, and continue building a world-class leadership team to advance Glu's vision of becoming the foundational intelligence layer for AI-driven commerce."

Neha Sharma Katyal, Head of Growth – India, Glu, said, "Glu is at the forefront of AI transformation, helping brands build visibility and influence in AI-driven commerce. I'm excited to work alongside Rahul, Sangeeta and the team to help brands navigate this shift and unlock new growth opportunities in the AI economy."

Published On: Aug 12, 2026 3:34 PM