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  • PerformAce Names Vishal Raj to Drive Southeast Asia Growth Strategy

    Vishal Raj

    New Delhi: PerformAce, a digital marketing and performance media solutions company, has officially announced its expansion into Southeast Asia, appointing Vishal Raj as the Business Head for the region.

    This strategic move marks a key milestone in the company’s ambition to become a dominant player in global digital markets.

    Vishal Raj to Drive PerformAce’s Southeast Asia Strategy

    With nearly 20 years of experience spanning NBFC, digital advertising, and media sales, Vishal Raj brings a proven track record of leading high-impact sales, recruitment campaigns, and business development initiatives across India and Southeast Asia.

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    He has previously held leadership roles with top-tier companies such as Network18, JioSaavn, ByteDance, ShareChat, and served as Global Lead for BeLive in the live commerce domain.

    His expertise in APAC market growth, strategic partnerships, and technology-led solutions is expected to accelerate PerformAce’s regional presence.

    Saurabh Gaur, CEO of PerformAce, said, “Expanding into Southeast Asia is a critical step for PerformAce in establishing itself as a global leader in performance media. The region’s evolving digital ecosystem presents significant opportunities, and with Vishal Raj’s extensive experience and leadership, we are confident of delivering substantial value to our clients and partners.”

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    Commenting on his new role, Vishal Raj, Business Head, Southeast Asia, PerformAce, stated, “I aim to leverage PerformAce’s innovative technology solutions to drive measurable growth and impact across Southeast Asia. By building strong teams, fostering strategic partnerships, and prioritizing local market insights, we are positioned to scale sustainably and achieve long-term success in the region.”

    PerformAce’s Southeast Asia operations will be headquartered in Singapore, with additional regional teams and partnerships being established in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Thailand.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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