Vinay Pillai Promoted to Chief Business Officer at Pocket Aces
Vinay Pillai has been promoted to Chief Business Officer at Pocket Aces, where he has served in various leadership roles since joining in 2020. Vinay’s contributions as Head of Strategy over the past two years have positioned him as a vital part of the company’s expansion, particularly through scaling Clout, Pocket Aces’ influencer management division, to a competitive industry position. His promotion highlights Pocket Aces’ recognition of his impact in shaping their digital entertainment strategy.
Vinay brings a wealth of experience spanning over a decade across both the Indian and international markets. Before this role, he worked as the Senior Vice President and Head of Clout and has held the Head of Strategy title since 2022. His career also includes a tenure at The Viral Fever (TVF) from 2017 to 2020 as Head of TVFPlay, where he contributed to developing and managing the company’s digital content platform.
In addition to his contributions within India, Vinay’s international experience includes significant roles in the U.S. As a strategy consultant with Booz Allen Hamilton, he served as both a Senior Consultant and an Associate, honing his skills in strategic planning and consulting. He also gained valuable expertise as a Product Manager at Central Business Solutions, Inc., where he contributed to product strategy and development. Vinay’s early experience includes co-founding Dekkho, a video-streaming platform, adding an entrepreneurial edge to his professional journey.
With a background in computer science and a master’s degree from Columbia University, Vinay’s expertise and strategic vision continue to align with Pocket Aces’ goals for digital innovation and content leadership. As Chief Business Officer, Vinay is expected to further advance the company’s mission in the digital media space.