Category: Special Coverage

PepsiCo’s Jagrut Kotecha on collaboration, purpose, and the future of business in India

Speaking at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit, Jagrut Kotecha of PepsiCo stressed the need for deeper industry collaboration, especially in sustainability and community development.

Discussing the role of partnerships in empowering communities at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit, Jagrut Kotecha, CEO, PepsiCo India and South Asia, said that transformation happens when organisations, corporates, and governments come together, leaving egos aside.

Indian-origin leaders on the rise: Nestlé India’s Suresh Narayanan reflects on leadership and culture

Suresh Narayanan, Managing director of Nestlé India at Storyboard18 Global Pioneer Summit 2025

At the Storyboard18 Global Pioneers Summit in Mumbai, Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Nestlé India, emphasized that the belief in “leadership in thought” is one of the core values that distinguishes Indians globally

Colgate-Palmolive’s Prabha Narasimhan on prioritising integrity in business

Prabha Narasimhan stated, "India is fascinating. You can’t average India—it’s like averaging the depth of a river. So we design for cohorts across the pyramid. At the bottom of the pyramid, we have ₹10 packs—affordable but still scientifically backed and in recyclable tubes. Sustainability is non-negotiable. At the top end, we offer products for gum care and whitening. The core principle—quality and sustainability—remains consistent."

At Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit, Prabha Narasimhan, MD and CEO, Colgate-Palmolive (India) stated, “With media fragmentation, we can’t just broadcast anymore—we have to engage. That means turning what used to be a monologue into a dialogue.”

Leading with purpose creates wins for consumers, community and country: Hina Nagarajan of Diageo India

"Be bold, take risk and lead with purpose. Leaders must continuously learn and upskill for real transformation", says Hina Nagarajan MD & CEO, Diageo India at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit.

Speaking at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit on March 28, Hina Nagarajan, MD & CEO of Diageo India, highlighted how businesses can drive growth through innovation and sustainability for a ‘Viksit Bharat.’ She provided insights on the importance of public-private partnerships, inclusive growth, and sustainability in fueling economic progress.

Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit: Catch all the action and insights live!

The stage is set for the Storyboard18 Global Pioneers Summit 2025, taking place on March 28, 2025.

The Storyboard18 Global Pioneers Summit 2025 brings together industry leaders and creative visionaries to explore how innovation drives business growth and shapes global industries. With India emerging as a powerhouse of creativity, the summit spotlights transformative ideas redefining the future.

Dream11’s creative Dream Team at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit | MIB addresses AI regulation | CCI raids leave agencies in the dark

Creative leaders Adarsh Atal and Shriram Iyer joined celebrated filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari to discuss the creativity and power of great ads at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit on March 28 in Mumbai.

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Dream team behind Dream11’s blockbuster IPL campaign joins Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit

Creative leaders Adarsh Atal and Shriram Iyer joined celebrated filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari to discuss the creativity and power of great ads at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit on March 28 in Mumbai.

Creative leaders Adarsh Atal and Shriram Iyer will be joined by celebrated filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari. They will take the stage at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit on March 28 to discuss the making of Dream11’s iconic campaign.

CCI raids on media cartel: A week later, Ad agencies still in the dark

After reviewing the feedback and terms of the proposal, the CCI acknowledged Google’s commitment to major structural changes under its newly introduced “New India Agreement.”

In the ongoing probe of alleged media cartelization, multiple sources claimed that Dentsu filed leniency petition with the CCI leading to uncovering the matter.