Since joining Korn Ferry, Ashutosh has worked closely with clients and candidates for senior level searches across various industries in the consumer sector. His functional expertise includes the appointment of Chief Executives, Board Advisory Services and CMOs. Ashutosh leverages the deep relationships he formed within the marketing and advertising fraternity to work closely with clients for senior-level searches in the industry in the consumer goods, retail, marketing services and travel & hospitality sectors. Prior to joining the firm, Ashutosh was the Chief Operating Officer at Grey Worldwide, India. He was ranked among the top 20 most influential people in Indian advertising in 2006. He began his career in advertising with Ogilvy & Mather before moving on to Saatchi & Saatchi and Lintas. Ashutosh also serves as an Independent Director on the Board of Balaji Telefilms - as the Head of the Remuneration & Nomination Committee. He is also on the advisory board of several institutions. Ashutosh holds a Master's in Management from the University of Mumbai and a Bachelor's Degree in Zoology from Delhi University.