Category: Brand Makers

Sidharth Rao shied away from the spotlight, even when he truly deserved to bask in it: Rubeena Singh on Rao

Sidharth Rao is remembered for his less than conventional, instinctive style of leadership, and meticulous note-taking.

Rubeena Singh, Country Manager India & MENA, AnyMind Group, takes a trip down memory lane and remembers her former colleague and close friend Sidharth Rao for his humility, unconventional ideas and generous heart. Rao passed away due to a cardiac arrest last week.

Havas Media Group India elevates Uday Mohan and R. Venkatasubramanian as managing directors

With over 20 years of experience in the media industry, Uday Mohan has been a key contributor to the success of Havas Media India. On the other hand, R. Venkatasubramanian has been with Havas Media India for over a decade, combining his two stints with the agency. (From left to right: Uday Mohan and R. Venkatasubramanian)

In their respective roles, Uday Mohan and R. Venkatasubramanian will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations and growth of Havas Media India, followed by focusing on the growth of Havas Play in India in addition to driving the agency’s media investments and partnerships.

Sidharth Rao wasn’t one for the high society party circuit and never lost his connection with real India: Shubhranshu Singh on Rao

Sidharth Rao founded digital agency Webchutney 23 years ago when taking a bet on the internet was being done by very few. He built the agency from the ground up and it was acquired by Dentsu in 2013.

Shubhranshu Singh, vice president – marketing – domestic & IB · Tata Motors, pens a tribute to Sidharth Rao whose sudden passing due to cardiac arrest has left the industry in shock.

Sidharth Rao dies; Industry mourns the loss of pioneer and OG startupper

Being in the industry of well over two decades, Sidharth Rao has crossed many milestones along his journey. He can truly be considered as one of the pillars of the strong foundation of the A&M community.

The sudden demise of Sidharth Rao, founder of Webchutney and Punt Partners, has stunned the community that is mourning the loss of a pioneer, a visionary and a people’s leader.

World Book Day: Ten reasons why you need to pick up a book today

"Whether you like fiction or non-fiction, reading takes you a step further. One lets you drift into creativity, and the other demands your full attention, motivating you to be a better version of yourself," writes Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta.  (Representational image by  Sincerely Media via Unsplash)

In this edition of Storyboard18’s Bookstrapping, our reviewer Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta shares how reading can help you in broadening your understanding of the world, and more.

Sidharth Rao, co-founder of Webchutney and Punt Partners, passes away

In a conversation with Storyboard18 in January, Sidharth Rao spoke about untapped potential of martech segment, hiring the right talent and his legacy. When asked about his legacy he said it was the people who have worked with him and then ventured out on their own to achieve entrepreneurial ambitions. Rao said he's proud of his people who have done well for themselves.

Sidharth Rao, who co-founded digital agency Webchutney, passed away on Friday evening. He is survived by his parents and wife.

Nothing can beat the human mind, not even ChatGPT, says Narayana Murthy

Post gifting, Narayana Murthy’s own stake in the company reduced from 0.40 percent to 0.36 percent, not valued at around Rs. 1.51 crore. (Image source: Infosys)

“I am a great believer in the theory that the human mind is the most powerful imagination, machine. There is nothing that can beat the human mind,” said Narayana Murthy.