Shailendra Jha

Shailendra Jha is an accomplished public policy expert with extensive experience in government affairs and corporate communications. Jha began a career in journalism as the India Business Correspondent for Agence France Presse before advancing to roles in corporate strategy at Reliance Communications and Huawei. At Reliance Industries Limited, Jha established a foundation in public policy and regulatory management. Subsequent positions included Vice President at Jio and Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy at YouTube, where Jha focuses on fostering a favorable policy environment for the creator economy. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Social Sciences and an M. Phil from Jawaharlal Nehru Vishvavidyalaya, along with a Management Development Programme from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.