CXO Interview – Page 15

Having safeguards is better than having no guardrails: IBM’s Arvind Krishna

Arvind Krishna, CEO, IBM (Image sourced via Forbes India)

IBM has been critiqued for a long time for being late to the AI part, especially when it comes to making money through its products.

Strong fundamentals and adaptability are important for career growth: Sooraj Balakrishnan, Acer

Sooraj Balakrishnan of Acer stated, "As a leader or as a member of the team, one should be open in terms of what they have. So the more one shares information, the better it is for the team."

Acer’s marketing head shares his take on the creator economy and how to fight burnout.

Castrol India’s Rohit Talwar on marketing and new campaign targeting truck drivers

Rohit Talwar, vice president and head of marketing at Castrol India, spoke to Storyboard18 about the ideology behind Pragati Ki Paathshaala on a national scale.

The lubricant company’s advertising is aimed at helping truck drivers to stay healthy and safe while spurring their entrepreneurial zeal.

Skincare is not just about looking good, it’s about feeling confident in one’s own skin: VLCC’s Puneet Gulati

Puneet Gulati began his career as sales manager at Colgate-Palmolive, and then joined Marketics as analytics consultant, and then joined GSK Consumer Healthcare India as marketing manager where he was elevated to the position of global marketing manager.

The burgeoning middle class, driven by rising disposable incomes, urbanisation, and the pursuit of a better lifestyle, is exhibiting a noteworthy demand for beauty and wellness products and services, says Puneet Gulati, chief marketing officer, VLCC.

You must learn to trust people far more than you know yourself, says Anurita Chopra of Haleon

Anurita Chopra of Haleon stated, "Never look back and think you could have done better. Give your best for this moment, always. Don't ever live a life of regret."

In a conversation with Storyboard18, Anurita Chopra, head of marketing, India Subcontinent, Haleon, speaks about the multivitamin brand Centrum, gives a peek into her weekend and fitness routine, shares her piece of wisdom, and more.

Women now a big part of Pernod Ricard’s consumer base: CMO Kartik Mohindra

Kartik Mohindra, CMO, Pernod Ricard India

According to the IWSR 2022 report, India is now the number one market globally for whisky, rum, and brandy.

Indians will take more short breaks and weekend getaways within the country: Agoda’s Krishna Rathi

Krishna Rathi, country director, India, Sri Lanka and Maldives, Agoda

According to the country director, India, Sri Lanka and Maldives at the online travel agency, Indians’ international travel choices in 2024 will be influenced by the availability of direct flights and visa policies

Media Dialogues with Storyboard18: Duroflex’s growth journey

In frame - Duroflex MD Mathew Chandy & Group CEO Sridhar Balakrishnan.

Storyboard18’s editor Delshad Irani caught up with Duroflex MD Mathew Chandy & Group CEO Sridhar Balakrishnan on plans to ride India’s booming sleep economy.

Skechers India is growing and willing to invest in India: David Weinberg

Rahul Vira of Skechers Asia, John Vandemore of Skechers USA & David Weinberg of Skechers USA in conversation with Storyboard18's Shibani Gharat.

Storyboard18 caught up with Rahul Vira of Skechers Asia, John Vandemore & David Weinberg of Skechers USA on Skechers India’s expansion plans, investment opportunities, India growth strategy, foray into tier 3 cities, partnership with sports & olympics and global expansion plans.

Diageo’s Shweta Jain: “Seeing unprecedented horizontal growth”

Shweta Jain has also worked in companies like ShopsClues, Pernod Ricard India, Ogilvy, McCann Worldgroup, Gillette India, Rediffusion DY&R.

Shweta Jain, chief business officer, Luxury, Reserve & Craft, India & South Asia, Diageo, talks about Don Julio, the tequila category, young affluence in India, and the growth of the alcohol beverage industry in India.