Akshay S. Rao

Director | Category Head Smartphones

Akshay S. Rao is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the technology sector, currently serving as the Director and Category Head for Smartphones at Samsung Electronics since June 2013. Over the years, Akshay has advanced through various leadership roles, including General Manager and Dy. General Manager, overseeing affordable premium, mid, and mass smartphones. Prior positions at Samsung involved managing flagship smartphones as a Category Manager and Product Marketing Manager, with responsibilities also in sales and retail marketing. Earlier experience includes internships at Mahindra Group and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. Akshay holds a PGDM from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, and a BE (Hons.) in Mechanical from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani.

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