Tag: CXO Moves

Tata Consumer Products appoints Partha Biswas as President – RTD

Before Viacom 18, Partha Biswas worked for 17+ years in FMCG and Telecom sectors, namely with ACT Fibernet and Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB). During his role at HCCB, he led Trade Marketing and Category Development collaborating across 9 brand teams and 13 operating units.

Previously, Partha Biswas led Viacom18 as EVP and Head of Business – Hindi General Entertainment Channels.

Kaya’s Group CEO Rajiv Nair resigns

Rajiv Nair began his career at Shoppers Stop and held various roles in different capacities. He was the business head - general merchandise & apparel, Hyoercity Retail India, and also held the designation of CEO at Celio.

Nair has stated the reasons for his departure are personal and to further his career goals.

FCB Group India appoints Aarti Nagpal as Chief Talent Officer

With experience managing diverse teams across advertising, retail, and entertainment, Aarti Nagpal has led global and regional initiatives, collaborating with cross-cultural teams to enhance organizational capabilities.

In her new role, Aarti Nagpal will be the driving force behind FCB Group India’s talent strategy, fostering a culture of continuous growth, collaboration, and innovation across the country.

OML Entertainment appoints Preranaa Khatri as chief business officer

Preranaa Khatri's appointment comes at a critical juncture for OML, as the company aims to streamline its diverse portfolio while driving synergy between its independent business arms.

With nearly two decades of experience, Khatri returns to OML to drive growth across content, creator management, and revenue strategy.

Dentsu India appoints Abhirup Datta as CEO, Performance Media Solutions

With over 20 years of experience across retail, telecom, travel, and media, Abhirup Datta brings expertise in scaling businesses and driving revenue growth. Previously, he led app growth and revenue initiatives at ZEE5 and held leadership roles at Disney Star, TUI India, HT Media, and Bharti Retail.

Abhirup Datta’s primary focus will be driving sales growth at Sokrati, expanding market presence, delivering innovative go-to-market strategies, and achieving exceptional client growth.

Coffee Day Global’s Independent Director Giri Devanur resigns

Giri Devanur, who holds a master of science in technology management from the Columbia University, started his career at TCG-Ivega Corporation, and went on to work across GC Advanced R&D park, Ameri100.

Currently, Giri Devanur holds the position of a chief executive officer at ReAlpha Tech Corp.

Dentsu BX appoints Vishal Nicholas as EVP and Head of Strategy & Solutions

In his previous tenure at dentsu, Vishal Nicholas served as EVP & Head of Strategy (South & West), Dentsu Creative, where he spent more than seven years.

Reporting to Narayan Devanathan, President & Chief Strategy Officer, South Asia, Vishal Nicholas will further add impetus to the network’s industry-first business transformation practice. He will collaborate closely with the dentsu leadership team to accelerate Dentsu BX’s transformative solutions across India.

Shantanu Gangane joins The Coca-Cola Company as IMX Lead

Shantanu Gangane brings over two decades of marketing expertise to the global beverage giant, having worked with some of the most prestigious companies in the industry. (Image source: LinkedIn)

Former Universal Music Group and Viacom18 executive embarks on a new journey at Coca-Cola, poised to lead integrated marketing initiatives.