November 2024 – Page 6

CXO Moves: Exec movements across Hyundai Motor, HCLTech, Daimler India and more

Get the full picture on people and their moves on the corporate jungle gym in CXO Moves. (Representative Image: Daryan Shamkhali via Unsplash)

Executive moves in the world of brands and agencies.

InspiRAYtion 14 – A great disturbance in the Force

RIP Broke Ad School. You did so much good for the cause of Creative people and if only we’d have chatted before pulling the plug I’d have liked to say that one must never let an agency interfere with one’s love for Advertising, writes adman Rayomand J Patell.

One of the single most inspiring things that happened to desi Advertising was ADs Broke Ad School. He singlehandedly proved that you could be the change you wanted to see in the world, writes adman Rayomand J Patell.

Bookstrapping: Versifying with Nadir Godrej

Last week saw the 11th edition of the Hurun India philanthropy list come out. From Shiv Nadar who topped the list to the Bajaj family who are tenth on it, education seemed to be on top of every list. This connected to Nadir Godrej’s poem, ‘Good & Green’, stated Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta. (Image source: wbcsd)

The power of poetry lies in the fact that like humor, it is eminently powerful in talking about complex issues. Nadir Godrej’s poems raise questions in the nicest, most human way possible, writes Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta.

Know your consumer inside and out, says Arvind Iyer, Piramal Finance

For the head of marketing at Piramal Finance, KYC is not a formality to be gone through but something that gives an understanding of the customer’s way of thinking.

Hyundai Motor Group announces 2024 key executive appointments; Jaehoon Chang promoted to Vice Chair

Sung Kim is appointed as President of Hyundai Motor Company to manage the business effectively through global economic uncertainties, effective January 1, 2025.

Hyundai Motor Group announces 2024 key executive appointments; Jaehoon Chang promoted to Vice Chair

Abhay Bhutada named Rising Sun Holdings’ Vice Chairman

A qualified Chartered Accountant, CA Abhay Bhutada is actively involved in industry forums and remains a committed advocate for corporate social responsibility in healthcare, education, and other vital sectors.

Abhay Bhutada has established himself as a thought leader in the financial services industry.

MoU on gaming policy | Reliance-Disney JV | Telangana’s e-sports policy

Tamil Nadu was the first state to actually pass a bill banning real money gaming. (In picture: IT Minister of Tamil Nadu, Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan)

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HCLTech collaborates with ServiceNow to roll out AI Labs

The Labs will include assets built with accelerators and frameworks modeled for the ServiceNow platform.

The Labs leverage HCLTech’s industry-leading and proven methodologies for clients to navigate GenAI and agentic AI journeys with ServiceNow, driving efficiencies in the areas of ESM (enterprise service management) and industry verticals.

Leveling up: India’s ambitious gaming incubator plans

Incubators serve as a platform for young game developers and studios, providing critical resources like game development tools, testing environments, and infrastructure. Specialized gaming incubators can guide these startups on creating video games for local and global markets, helping them overcome entry barriers and thrive.

In 2023, the global gaming industry generated an estimated $188 billion in revenue.

Fireside Ventures appoints Flipkart’s Adarsh Menon as operating partner

In this role, Adarsh Menon will join Fireside's leadership team and offer strategic guidance to select portfolio companies by serving on their boards. (Image source: LinkedIn)

With over two decades of experience in sales and marketing, former Flipkart SVP to drive strategy and growth for consumer brands.