Veteran General Counsel Ashok Nambissan Set To Retire

Veteran General Counsel Ashok Nambissan is set to retire. Ritesh Khosla will take over the reins as the new General Counsel, at SPNI, effective September 1, 2024.

Ashok Nambissan has been a vital part of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) since 2007, playing a crucial role in shaping its legal and regulatory framework and ensuring compliance across all operations. He oversaw the Corporate Relations, Legal and Regulatory Affairs, and Standards & Practices functions for SPNI's businesses in India. As the company's Ombudsperson, he demonstrated exemplary dedication to integrity and ethical conduct. 

His leadership successfully navigated SPNI through complex legal landscapes, safeguarding the company's interests and fostering a culture of compliance. Notably, Ashok was instrumental in significant achievements such as renegotiating IPL rights and acquiring Ten Sports. His strategic insights and legal expertise have consistently propelled the organisation forward. 

Reflecting on his time at SPNI, Ashok remarked, "My journey at SPNI has been enriching and filled with growth and learning. I am grateful for the opportunities and the support of my colleagues, who made this journey memorable. Contributing to major negotiations and acquisitions and collaborating with industry bodies to shape regulatory frameworks have been career highlights. I am honoured to have been part of the network's evolution and the launch of new channels and digital platforms, which have been significant milestones." N.P. Singh, MD & CEO of SPNI, shared, "Ashok’s contributions have been fundamental to our success. His legal expertise and strategic vision have guided SPNI through many challenges and opportunities. Ashok’s leadership in major acquisitions and his skill in navigating complex legal issues have set a high standard for our legal and regulatory practices. His involvement in initiatives like the joint venture with BBC Earth and the expansion of SonyLIV has been crucial. We extend our best wishes to Ashok for a fulfilling retirement."

A law graduate from Madras Law College, Nambissan started his career at Parry & Co. Ltd and went on to work with ICI Ltd and Phillips Electronics India Ltd before moving to SPNI in 2007. With more than 4 decades of experience in the industry, Nambissan has seen the in-house function evolve during the course of his illustrious corporate legal journey.