MarkNext Group Names Nabeel A Khan as Group CEO and Editor-in-Chief

MarkNext Group has appointed Nabeel A Khan as Group Chief Executive Officer and Editor-in-Chief, with a mandate to lead its global operations and upcoming media ventures across India, the Middle East and Africa.

Two Decades of Media and Communications Experience

Khan brings more than 20 years of experience spanning journalism, corporate communications and strategic leadership.

He was the founding editor of The Economic Times Verticals and has also held senior editorial positions at Network18, building a career across business journalism and media leadership.

From Journalism to Corporate Communications

Khan later moved into corporate communications, most recently serving as Deputy Vice-President and Head of PR, Communications and Public Affairs at Renault India.

Before that, he was Country Head – Middle East at Motherson Group, adding experience in corporate affairs and regional business leadership to his editorial background.

Leading MarkNext Group’s Business Expansion

As Group CEO, Khan will oversee MarkNext Group’s growth and expansion across its reputation intelligence, public relations and corporate communications advisory businesses.

His mandate will cover the group’s operations as it expands its presence across India and international markets in the Middle East and Africa.

Editorial Leadership for Upcoming Media Platform

Alongside his executive responsibilities, Khan will serve as Editor-in-Chief, where he will lead the editorial direction and launch of MarkNext Group’s upcoming media platform.

The new venture is intended to complement the group’s existing advisory businesses by creating a dedicated media offering focused on news, information and intelligence.

Focus on Clarity and Credibility

Commenting on his appointment, Khan said the media and communications landscape is undergoing a significant shift due to the proliferation of AI and social media.

He highlighted the growing volume of information and the need for greater clarity, quality and credibility, adding that MarkNext Group aims to address these challenges through its advisory businesses and upcoming media venture.

Khan said the group’s mission is to deliver high-signal intelligence and reporting amid the growing volume of information and communication.

Expanding Across India, Middle East and Africa

The appointment comes as MarkNext Group plans to expand its operations across India and the Middle East and Africa.

The company intends to develop its media and communications businesses across the region, including through its presence in Dubai, as it builds its advisory and media operations under Khan’s leadership.