Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, March 2025 — Johney Maheshwari has been appointed as Head of Corporate Development (Investments & Mergers and Acquisitions) at Times Internet, where he will lead M&A and strategic investment initiatives. With over a decade of experience in corporate development and investment banking, his appointment underscores Times Internet’s commitment to driving inorganic growth and strengthening its digital ecosystem.
Prior to joining Times Internet, Johney was Associate Director – Corporate Development at Razorpay, where he spearheaded key acquisitions including Ezetap, BillMe, PoshVine, Curlec in Malaysia, and IZealiant. He also led Razorpay Ventures, investing in early-stage B2B startups and accelerating fintech innovation.
Earlier in his career, he spent over five years at EY in their investment banking division, advising clients such as SBI, ICICI Lombard, DHFL, and National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) on marquee M&A transactions and fundraising efforts. He began his professional journey with Vodafone, and interned with HSBC, RBS, and S M Sehgal Foundation, building a well-rounded foundation in strategic transactions.
At Times Internet, Johney will focus on identifying high-impact opportunities, executing value-accretive deals, and strengthening the company’s position as India’s largest digital products enterprise. His extensive expertise in scaling businesses through strategic investments is expected to add significant momentum to Times Internet’s growth agenda.
Times Internet is India’s leading digital products company, offering premium content and services across news, sports, fintech, and enterprise tech. With iconic brands like Times of India, Economic Times, Cricbuzz, Times Prime, and Willow TV, it impacts the daily lives of millions of users. A strong advocate for inclusivity and innovation, Times Internet remains committed to simplifying lives and shaping the future of the Indian digital economy.
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