Tag: Media

WPP’s Daniel Hulme: ‘You won’t beat your competitors without differentiated AI talent’

While discussing ethics and risks in AI, Daniel Hulme made the case that there’s no such thing as AI ethics. Humans have intent—AIs don’t. It's the human intent that needs scrutiny.

At Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit, Daniel Hulme, CEO, SATALIA and Chief AI Officer at WPP, outlined artificial intelligence’s transformative role in marketing, business, and beyond—highlighting both its vast potential and ethical challenges.

Ogilvy global CEO Devika Bulchandani, Piyush Pandey, Shubhranshu Singh at GPS 2025: Advertising titans champion joy as a brand purpose

"Purpose doesn't have to be a sad thing; it could be joy also," said Devika Bulchandani, Global CEO, Ogilvy and Piyush Pandey, Chief Advisor, Ogilvy India, in a panel discussion led by Shubhranshu Singh, CMO, CVBU, Tata Motors, at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit.

In a discussion led by Shubhranshu Singh, CMO, CVBU, Tata Motors, Piyush Pandey, Chief Advisor, Ogilvy India, and Devika Bulchandani, Global CEO, Ogilvy talked about the evolving landscape of advertising, creativity, and the role of purpose in branding.

Unheard tales of Maggi’s redemption: How poetry and nostalgia revived an iconic brand

Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Nestlé India and Prasoon Joshi, writer, lyricists and CEO of McCann World Group India at Storyboard18 Gloabl Pioneer Summit

Suresh Narayanan noted that Maggi achieved a remarkable turnaround, becoming the only FMCG brand in the country to fall from market leadership, face near-oblivion and then rebound to regain the market leadership within three months.

As Artificial Intelligence advances, Ogilvy’s global CEO champions the power of human creativity

"Ideas and creativity don’t have to be data-led. They don’t have to be brand-led. They have to be human-led," says Devika Bulchandani at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit.

Discussing how great marketing isn’t just seen but is felt, Devika Bulchandani, Global CEO, Ogilvy, emphasised that ideas and creativity should be human-led rather than driven by data or brands. Highlighting the power of the creator economy, she urged marketers to move beyond treating influencers as mere ‘channels’ and instead foster deeper, more meaningful connections.

‘Largest employer in the world is inefficiency’: CRED’s Kunal Shah at Storyboard18 Global Pioneers Summit

At Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit, Kunal Shah, Founder and CEO of CRED observed, "The biggest disruption will be how humans adapt. High-commitment actions—like having kids—might decline. People may choose perpetual excitement over long-term responsibility."

At Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit, Kunal Shah, Founder and CEO of CRED reflected, “Ironically, many experts are in denial of AI. But people like me, who never claimed to be experts, are embracing it.”

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.

‘India rewrites global script by blending tradition with modern tech,’ says Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia at Storyboard18 GPS 2025

Union Minister of Communication Jyotiraditya Scindia

At the Storyboard18 Global Pioneers Summit 2025, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasized that India is creating a distinctive value proposition for the world. At a pivotal moment in its history, India is blending heritage with modern technology to fuel economic growth, foster innovation, and position itself as a global leader.