Category: Brand Makers

Google India elevates Mansi Khanna to Director, Ads, Brand & Reputation Marketing

In her new role, Mansi Khanna will look into ads marketing for large businesses and SMBs: help businesses in India succeed with Google. Will look into brand and reputation Marketing: Advance how Google contributes to a more engaged and informed society in India.

Mansi Khanna began her career at Inductis as project manager, consulting, and went on to work across Strategic Decisions Group. Her journey at Google began as product marketing manager, SMB global marketing, US.

Sony Pictures Networks India appoints Sibaji Biswas as CFO

Sibaji Biswas's career highlights include a 12-year tenure at Vodafone, where he held pivotal roles such as CFO of Vodafone Romania, EVP of Corporate Development, and Head of Procurement.

In this role, Sibaji Biswas will lead SPNI’s financial strategy, planning and corporate finance, to enhance operational efficiency and growth across the company’s multi-channel and digital platforms.

Vipin Unni joins OTT platform aha as CMO

Vipin Unni began his career at Hindustan Unilever as a territory sales incharge and then went on to work across Reliance Infocomm, airtel, and Star TV Network.

Previously, Vipin Unni led Sun TV Network as head of strategy – Malayalam and Telugu cluster.

FCB/SIX India announces elevations across senior leadership

From its launch in 2023, FCB/SIX India grew its team threefold to 170 kinnectors. The agency has also onboarded several Indian and global clients, including Crompton, SBI, Polycab, Amazon, HDFC Bank, Plum, Aditya Birla Capital, ZF Aftermarket, among others. (From Left to Right: Salman Shamsi, Dhruv Shah, Ankit Banga and Anmol Dang)

Dhruv Shah has been elevated to Senior Vice President – CX, while Anmol Dang takes on the role of Vice President – Media (West). Salman Shamsi has been elevated to Associate Vice President – Brand Reputation Management.

Sandeep Sangwan appointed as Global CMO for Castrol

With an impressive background spanning over 20 years, Sandeep Sangwan previously held leadership positions in sales, marketing, and P&L delivery at Gillette and P&G across India, the Middle East, China, and Europe. (Image source: LinkedIn)

Former Castrol India MD to lead global marketing, as Michelle Jou welcomes successor Kedar Lele for India operations.

Truecaller appoints Rishit Jhunjhunwala as new CEO

Rishit Jhunjhunwala has been with Truecaller since 2015 and currently serves as the chief of products and managing director of the company's India division.

Rishit Jhunjhunwala is set to assume his new position at Truecaller on January 9, following the departure of the current CEO, Alan Mamedi.

Pandit Ad Wars! Astrologers compete for ‘stars’ in wedding season showdown

According to Business Research Insights, the global astrology app market size was USD 3.22 billion in 2023 and market is projected to touch USD 23.87 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 24.93% during the forecast period.

It’s not only astrology apps in the race to outbid each other; even astrologers and “pandits” (priests) are striving for better reviews and star ratings on these platforms.

Xiaomi India’s President Muralikrishnan B steps down

Muralikrishnan B began his career at Asian Paints as an area manager where he headed branch units responsible for overall sales & administration - Sales & Sales promotional plans, forecasting, dealer network management and compliance.

During his stint, Muralikrishnan B was responsible for Operations, Services, Public Affairs & Strategic Projects.