Advisory Board
Fmr CEO, Cosmos Maya; Fmr MD, Discovery Inc, Fmr MD, HBO, South Asia, Fmr President, International Advertising Association (IAA)
With over three decades of leadership in the media and entertainment industry, Megha Tata is a Strategic Advisor/ Independent Director.
She was the CEO of Cosmos Maya, where she championed content that not only entertains but also inspires social responsibility and environmental consciousness. Her distinguished career reflects a powerful blend of strategic vision, ethical leadership, and an unwavering commitment to shaping media as a force for good.
Previously, Megha served as the Managing Director for Discovery Inc., South Asia, where she played a pivotal role in expanding content that brought attention to environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and global sustainability issues. Under her stewardship, Discovery’s regional operations emphasized purpose-driven storytelling—creating awareness around pressing global challenges. She served as COO at BTVI and earlier was the Managing Director – South Asia, HBO India Pvt Ltd. Megha served as General Manager – Entertainment Networks -South Asia at Turner International India Pvt ltd and Senior Vice President at Star India Pvt Ltd.
Recognized as one of Business Today’s “Hottest Young Executives” and listed among IMPACT’s Top 50 Most Influential Women in Media, Marketing, and Advertising for multiple years, Megha has long been a trailblazer for women in leadership. In 2010, she was featured in the ‘Next 30’ list of the most powerful women to watch—affirming her role as an industry changemaker.
Throughout her career, Megha has held senior positions at globally respected networks including Star, HBO, Turner, and BTVi. Her experience across these platforms has equipped her with deep expertise in ethical governance, stakeholder engagement, and socially responsible business growth. As a former President of the Indian chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA), she has also contributed significantly to industry-level sustainability and diversity initiatives.
Megha Tata brings to the board a rare fusion of business acumen and purpose-led leadership. Her work continues to advocate for equity, environmental awareness, and responsible media—making her a powerful voice in advancing ESG principles for a more conscious and connected world.
