Brand Makers – Page 16

Despite ‘retirement’ tag, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma brand value to see substantial boost

Virat Kohli's brand value is approximately $228 million, making him one of the most valuable athletes globally. Rohit Sharma's brand value is around $41 million, reflecting his significant influence in cricket and beyond.

Following India’s T20 World Cup 2024 win, both players’ brand values are expected to see a substantial boost. Even for Rahul Dravid, the commercial value has soared immensely post winning the Cup, alongside the winning team.

Benetton Group appoints Claudio Sforza as CEO

According to the Reuters news agency, Sforza was chief financial officer for Italy's postal services group Poste Italiane, and was CEO of the gaming company Gamenet.

Sforza was chief financial officer for Italy’s postal services group Poste Italiane, and was CEO of the gaming company Gamenet.

Water Wars: Clear Premium Water plans to double revenue growth, says founder Nayan Shah

Clear Premium Water is significantly investing in its D2C channel. At present, online sales account for about 15% of its total revenue, while the remaining 85% is generated through traditional offline channels, says Nayan Shah, Founder & CEO of Clear Premium Water.

The premium bottled water market is heating up with legacy and new players ramping up brand building and operations. One such brand, Clear Premium Water plans to expand its retail outlet network to 175,000 from 100,000, at present.

All about Gaurav Banerjee – former journalist, ex-Disney exec who is now CEO of SPNI

Gaurav Banerjee's role will become effective on or before August 26, subject to regulatory approvals.

Gaurav Banerjee holds a master’s degree in filmmaking and TV production from Jamia Millia Islamia University and an undergraduate in History from St Stephens.

11 insights from adventurer Ajeet Bajaj to inspire marketers in the Age of AI

His anecdote of encountering frozen climbers served as a poignant reminder of the risks involved and the value of resilience and preparedness in any journey. (Image courtesy: MMA Global India)

Bajaj had shared insights from his journeys that spanned the harshest terrains and highest peaks, gleaning lessons for marketers that aim to ‘Inspire’.

The Hollywood Reporter India appoints Anupama Chopra as Editor

Anupama Chopra has covered cinema since 1993, is a well-known film critic, National Award-winning book author, Chairperson of the Film Critics' Guild, and Director of the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival.

Anupama Chopra has written for numerous international publications, including The New York Times, Variety, and Sight and Sound. She has authored books like King of Bollywood: Shah Rukh Khan and the Seductive World of Indian Cinema.

ZEE’s CFO Rohit Kumar Gupta resigns; Mukund Galgali to take over as acting CFO

Rohit Kumar Gupta, ZEE's CFO, resigns.

Rohit Kumar Gupta’s resignation is the latest in a long list of top level exits recently.

GroupM’s Vinit Karnik elevated to MD of Content, Entertainment, Sports; Ajay Mehta elevated to head – content, GroupM

The combined offering will be led by Vinit Karnik who has been elevated to a new role as Managing Director of Content, Entertainment, and Sports for GroupM India.

GroupM consolidates its Content, Entertainment, and Sports Verticals

From Steve Jobs to Seth Godin, ten quotes about marketing you absolutely should read

"Get closer than ever to your customers. So close that you tell them what they need well before they realize it themselves." - Steve Jobs. (From left to right: Steve Jobs and Seth Godin. (Image source: News18 Hindi and Amazon))

Read a range of perspectives from different eras and personalities within the marketing and business world, offering both timeless wisdom and modern insights.