Branding and Advertising Speakers in India

Bijou Kurien has more than three decades of experience in the Indian Consumer & Retail industry. After earning his spurs at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., he joined the founding team at Titan Industries, where he helped build powerful brands such as Titan, Fastrack, Sonata, and Tanishq, and create India's largest exclusive brand retail chains. In his stint with Reliance Retail, he was at the forefront of one of the most ambitious retail ventures ever which dramatically transformed the Indian retail landscape. Currently, he is an independent consultant and member of the Strategic Advisory Board of L Catterton Asia (a part of the LVMH Group), an independent director on several listed and unlisted companies, advises select consumer product companies and mentors a few start-ups. Bijou has been associated with the India Retail Forum & Retailers Association of India and has been a member of the World Retail Congress since its inception.

Suhel Seth founder and managing director of Counselage India, a consultancy firm he established in 2002, engaged in legal, accounting, and auditing activities besides tax consultancy, market research, and business and management consultancy. He is also a columnist, keynote speaker, TV Pundit and Actor.

Ambi Parameswaran, a distinguished figure in the marketing realm, is a renowned Brand Coach, Strategist, and the visionary behind Brand-Building.com. With over 35 years of rich experience in marketing, sales, and advertising, Ambi has left an indelible mark on iconic brands like Digene, Sundrop Cooking Oil, ICICI Bank, Wipro, and Zee TV. As an Adjunct Professor of Marketing at SPJIMR and esteemed guest faculty at multiple Indian B-schools, he imparts invaluable knowledge and insights to aspiring marketers. Ambi's leadership roles in esteemed organizations like AAAI and Ad Club Bombay underscore his influence in the industry. An accomplished author of nine books and a sought-after speaker, Ambi's branding workshops and presentations have captivated audiences at prestigious events such as TEDx, Kellogg India Summit, and Cornell University, offering profound insights into the dynamic world of marketing.

This expert is a senior marketing Professor at SPJIMR, one of India's Leading Business Schools. Her research areas include Consumer Brand Relationships, Consumer Insight and Branding and Communication of Management Education. The expert has over 19 years of experience in the corporate and academic sectors. She has worked in the area of business and marketing strategy at Reliance Communications, Branding, and Communications and has consulted education institutions in developing academic curricula and marketing communication strategies. She has worked on consulting and research assignments with organizations across various sectors including FMCG, services, and telecom. She has held administrative positions at business schools in international relations, brand management, program management, and public relations. She has conducted several training programs for corporates in the area of Branding, Consumer Insight Generation, Sales Promotion, and Marketing strategy. She is an Economics graduate and MBA (Marketing) gold medallist.

Harish Bijoor, known as an Ambassador of Brands, is a seasoned brand and business strategy specialist with over two decades of corporate experience. He has been a faculty member at the Indian School of Business for 20 years, alongside teaching engagements at international business schools. Harish is a multifaceted professional, blending roles as a practitioner, consultant, and academic. With an illustrious corporate career spanning Hindustan Unilever Limited, Tata Global Beverages Limited, and Zip Telecom Limited, he brings a wealth of industry expertise to his teaching and consulting endeavors. Harish's unique blend of practical experience and academic insight makes him a sought-after authority in marketing and brand management.

Mansi is a seasoned B2B Brand Advisor with over 17 years of expertise in Brand Strategy, Brand Development, and Design Consulting. Operating under the banner of Rebrand Advisory, she specializes in Strategic Sales-driven Branding for Consultants and B2B Businesses. With a focus on assisting consultants, coaches, and service-based enterprises, Mansi excels in crafting brands that evoke pride and resonate with audiences. Recognizing the importance of brand alignment, she guides businesses through growth phases and pivots by delving into their roots, conducting stakeholder interviews, and identifying unique selling propositions. Whether you're aiming for expansion or considering a strategic shift, Mansi's role as a brand strategist is dedicated to enhancing your brand's impact and market positioning.

Results driven Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Sales & product Marketing Leader at a global level, with 25+ years of experience at leading global brands including Monster.com, Microsoft, Samsung & J Walter Thompson. Managed marketing budgets in excess of $10M leading programs across global markets. Achieved ROI of >20x at Microsoft. Additionally, led Sales efforts for an independent business unit with Monster.com driving ad sale of $3 - 4.5M. While at Videocon Mobile Devices an annual sale of $108M. Proven track record of developing & implementing successful strategies to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and revenue growth. 
Passionate about Marketing, Building Brands, Communities and Organization Culture. Thrives on creating compelling experiences and transforming brands and businesses.

Pooja boasts over 15 years in diverse industries, showcasing a fervor for tackling challenges head-on. Presently at Versuni, she directs Business & Marketing, crafting a visionary roadmap for exponential growth in a competitive market. At Coke, she pioneered a transformative marketing function, shifting focus to consumer experiences, restructuring teams in South West Asia, and setting industry benchmarks.

Her tenure at Philips saw her driving market leadership and profitability, pioneering E-commerce strategies for exceptional RoAS. Pooja's extensive involvement with ITC spans brand, strategy, and sales. In 2012, she launched and divested India’s inaugural food delivery e-commerce portal, now dedicated to mentoring D2C startups, leveraging insights from her journey.

Recognized among India’s 100 Most Influential CMOs and in Pitch's 40 Under 40, her commitment to innovation and impactful leadership defines her professional trajectory.

Nikhil is a brand marketing leader with 13+ years of experience in creating and executing impactful digital and content strategies for various industries and markets. He has worked with some of the most iconic brands, such as Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Sony, as an agency partner, and led the global social media team at Uber, managing multiple campaigns and initiatives across regions and channels. Currently, he is the head of brand marketing, PR and social at Even, a healthcare startup, changing the way healthcare is delivered in India. He is responsible for building the brand identity, voice, and narrative, and increasing brand awareness, engagement, and sentiment. He is an angel investor in several emerging startups, a content marketing trainer at Upgrad and GrowthSchool, and a podcast host. Nikhil also actively speaks on advertising and branding and has claimed the LinkedIn Top Content Marketing Voice.

Venkatesa Madhan, an independent marketing consultant and seasoned marketing technologist, boasts 19+ years shaping global marketing landscapes. A catalyst for client success, he specialize in strategic, data-driven, and customer-centric marketing solutions, enhancing businesses across BFSI, Retail, HealthCare, EduTech, and FinTech. His expertise spans demand generation, account-based marketing, digital strategies, go-to-market approaches, and lead generation.

An advocate of growth marketing and digital innovation, he empowers organizations to unlock untapped potential, drive success, and innovate through marketing and tech integration. Currently pursuing an MBA at ThePower Business School, he delves into advanced marketing, entrepreneurship, business strategy, innovation, and digital transformation, further enriching his holistic approach to driving business growth.

Durgesh Satpathy, a seasoned trainer, currently holds the position of Principal at Imperial College Bargarh. With a fervent dedication to educational excellence, he has authored three novels, showcasing a remarkable talent for storytelling. In addition to his role as a principal, Durgesh has conducted impactful faculty development programs, specializing in Handwriting Analysis and Psychometric Tools. His expertise as a trainer extends beyond traditional educational boundaries, contributing to the professional growth of educators and creating an environment conducive to continuous learning. 

Anita, a seasoned professional with over 35 years in diverse sectors, boasts a rich career weaving through esteemed organizations. Her journey spans from spearheading India operations for FORTUNE under Time Inc. New York to strategic consulting with media giants in Bangladesh. From founding a training institution in Kolkata to driving revenue for India's prominent music and ICT platforms, her expertise is multifaceted. With extensive experience in media sales, marketing, and team leadership at ABP Group, she possesses a profound understanding of people—knowing how they think and what inspires their best performance. Her coaching spectrum spans senior leadership, high-potential executives, mid-level managers, and women leaders. Areas of expertise include Leadership & Performance Development Coaching, Sales Coaching & Mentoring, Business Consulting, and Training/Teaching.

Santosh Desai, a distinguished authority in the realm of luxury brands, is renowned for his keen insights and deep understanding of consumer behavior. With a career spanning several decades, he has left an indelible mark on the luxury industry. Santosh's expertise lies in decoding the intricate nuances of luxury and its evolving landscape. His work has shaped the strategies of numerous renowned brands, guiding them towards the pinnacle of success. As a thought leader and prolific writer, his observations on the intersection of luxury, culture, and consumer preferences have been widely acclaimed.

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Masaba Gupta, a prominent figure in the world of luxury fashion, is known for her innovative designs and bold creativity. As a celebrated designer and entrepreneur, she has redefined the fashion landscape with her distinct and contemporary style. With a strong sense of individuality and an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Masaba has become a beacon of modern luxury. With her charismatic leadership, her eponymous brand, House of Masaba, has gained global recognition and has been adorned by celebrities and fashion enthusiasts alike. Masaba's designs are a fusion of tradition and cutting-edge trends, making her a dynamic force in the luxury fashion industry. Her work is a testament to the enduring allure of creativity and individuality in the world of luxury. 

Bhuvana Subramanyan is a marketing professional with over 27 years of experience across Industries. She has held leadership positions at Randstad, IBM, Brandcomm, TNT, Aptech and Vijay TV.  An expert in progressive concepts across marketing, sales, thought leadership, women leadership, Bhuvana has consistently delivered exceptional results and built strong brands and teams in various organizations. An award-winning marketer, she is a guest lecturer across premium universities and an avid speaker on topics across marketing & leadership.  She has also the White page International Asia's 100 Power Leaders in Marketing & Communications 2021, 22 & 2023, CMO Asia awards,  Best Podcast / Audio Series - Education, Social Samosa Superwomen, 2022 and many others. She is the host of ‘Marketing the untold story’, season 1 & 2, that recently won an award for best podcast in the education category. She is also writing a book on marketing inspired by the podcast.  

Piyush Pandey, the Executive Chairman and Creative Director at Ogilvy & Mather India, is a trailblazer in the advertising world. Rising from a trainee Account Executive to the pinnacle of leadership, he has garnered over 400 ad awards globally. His innovative campaigns, like Fevikwik and Cadbury's, resonate deeply with the Indian masses, earning him recognition as "the most influential man in Indian advertising" by The Economic Times. Piyush's journey from Jaipur to the helm of Ogilvy is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to transcending colonial norms. With over 600 national and international awards, including double Gold at Cannes, his creative prowess remains unmatched, shaping the future of advertising in India and beyond.

A corporate trainer turned artist and entrepreneur, Ghazal, co-founded Mamaearth, driven by the passion for making early parenting, stress-free. As the Co-Founder and Chief Mama at Mamaearth, India’s first toxin-free baby care brand, Ghazal is responsible for product development and community management. She works closely with a large number of mothers to develop a product line that addresses problems that mothers face on a daily basis showing her commitment to customer satisfaction. In 2018-19, she received the award for the Best Brand of the Year for Mamaearth. She was one of the forty under forty achievers of India and Super Startups Asia Award. Ghazal was one of the most favorite judges on the Shark Tank India TV series. IPO-bound Honasa Consumer is ramping up efforts to expand the international market and has partnered with local channels for its venture into Bangladesh, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand.

Shuddha has over 12 years of work experience in Beauty & Personal care working with CPG leaders. She has worked with Unilever for 9 years in marketing purposeful brands like Vaseline, Glow & Lovely, Dove, Ponds, and launched Ayurvedic master brand Lever Ayush. She has expertise in social impact & product sustainability. She has worked on brands at different consumer journeys from brand building to innovations & renovations. Before this, she worked as Sales Manager, Customer Development, Consumer Products (Johnson's baby, Neutrogena, Clean & Clear, Listerine, Bandaid, Benadryl) at Johnson & Johnson. 

Apart from this she holds advisory & consultant position in marketing & social impact companies in the US & India. She is passionate about Music, Marketing & Sustainability.

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Krishnan Subramanian is an expert in the field of marketing, brand and communication strategy. He has an in-depth understanding of marketing, advertising, media, design, activation, retail and digital. This has been acquired during his strategic experience across blue chip, global advertising agencies like Ogilvy, McCann and TBWA. During this time, he has strategized across more than four dozen brands, as diverse as (alphabetically) American Express, Apple, Blackrock Mutual, British American Tobacco, Coca Cola, Ikea, Marico Industries, Mondelez, Nissan Motors, Standard Chartered Bank and Unilever. He has also extensively worked on business to business (B2B) brands like Accenture, Bank of America Equity Partners (BAEP), Fractal, IBM, Mu Sigma and World Gold Council.  Subramanian’s skills lie in three specific areas. Firstly, creating intangible brand equity to increase business valuation. Secondly, defining growth enhancers to increase consumer demand. And, thirdly, strategizing to increase conversion at the Last Mile and Point of Sale.

Swati is working as Group Vice President, Marketing and Communications with The Raintree Group which is committed to tackling India’s chronic social issues through a hybrid model of a socially conscious investing arm and a private philanthropic foundation. Swati is a storyteller and a marketing communications strategy professional. She comes with an experience of over 26 years in corporate relations, branding, internal and external communications, and market creation expertise in diverse fields such as Engineering, Technology, Retail and Auto. She was the chief communications and brand officer at the Bajaj Group in her last stint. In her prior roles, Swati served as Vice President, Corporate Communications at General Motors India and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at CK Birla Group. She was also Vice President of Corporate Relations, Public Affairs and Branding at Ingersoll Rand India.

East India's first Forbes 30 Under 30, A Mechanical Engineer, turned Entrepreneur started out of a dorm room, building hyperXchange to over several millions of dollars valuation. hyperXchange has been invested by IIM-Calcutta, Microsoft, CP Gurnani (CEO Tech Mahindra), Debu Mukherjee (CMO, UB Group), Mukesh Soni (Executive Director, JP Morgan) and several other investors. Authored 'The Classic Retreat of Anarchy' and 'I Met the Demon'. Post graduation from Stanford University. Featured over CNBC, Hindustan Times, Times of India and several other Media Platform.

Ramesh Jude Thomas President and Chief Knowledge Officer of EQUITOR Value Advisory Pvt. Ltd., the erstwhile Indian partner for Interband. “RJT” to his friends and colleagues, Ramesh is credited with introducing Brand Valuation as a strategic business tool to Indian industry. He led India’s first known strategic Brand Valuation for Titan Industries Ltd. RJT setup EQUITOR almost 20 years ago to drive the agenda of brand value creation through a set of globally certified practice areas. In 2001, EQUITOR partnered with the world's leading brand value consultancy to bring in 30 years of worldwide expertise and thought leadership in leveraging brands as pure business assets. He has worked with some of the top business leaders in the country and abroad including TATA Sons, Infosys Finacle, The Murugappa Group, Titan Industries, Sovereign Governments, and large not for profit organisations.

An IIM Ahmedabad alumni, Amit Dhawan is the CEO of ArtE Mediatec, a service marketing and advertising agency. He was previously with Schbang as the founding partner and business head for their Delhi office, where he was responsible for setting up the business in the North as well as leading the company’s media business. He led the digital line of business at Sociowash along with consulting a varied set of brands like Casio, Panasonic, realme, Whirlpool, and more, trying to scale their digital strategies across both creative and media functions. Having worked with diverse teams from across the globe during his stints at Samsung (Seoul, South Korea) and Sociowash, he has always been a strong believer in the importance of teamwork and focus to add value to the brands and people he works with. 

Abhishank Babbar is a marketing expert with over 14 years of experience across brand, agency, and production house environments. He specializes in strategic marketing communications, content creation, and advertising. Abhishank has been recognized with several prestigious accolades, including Marketing 40 under 40 (2022) and Top 20 Digital Creator (2021). Currently part of American Express’ Communications team, he shapes the brand narrative across various media channels. Previously, at Bira 91, he led marketing communications and established the customer care division. Throughout his career, he has worked with over 50 brands, launched innovative service lines like Employee Advocacy, and trained teams on digital marketing and social media. Abhishank is also an educator, conducting workshops at top B-schools and serving as an expert speaker at SpeakIn. His mentorship roles at Kraftshala and BRATS further showcase his dedication to empowering future marketers.

Devan, an accomplished marketer and brand leader, has left an indelible mark across media, e-commerce, retail, and auto industries. As an official LinkedIn Content Creator and Instagram influencer with 140k+ followers, he's recognized as a 'Top Marketing Voice' on LinkedIn. Devan's career is highlighted by steering over 50k students towards brighter futures through his coaching and public speaking endeavors. An IIM and BVCOE alumnus, his journey showcases expertise in brand management, social media marketing, P&L management, and product development. Devan's unique approach emphasizes the marketer's self-branding journey, blending consumer psychology, SEO, and community management. A TEDx speaker and keynote speaker at prestigious institutions, he extends his interests to air pistol shooting, painting, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. For consultations on personal branding, marketing, and analytics, Devan is your go-to expert.

An ICF credentialed PCC (Professional Certified Coach), Rashmi Shetty is the founder Director of The Third Eye. A certified DISC assessor, EFT, NLP, TA101 & the Inspiring Bhagawad Gita are where she draws her life lessons from. She customizes her leadership sessions with blended coaching as part of the senior leadership programs to make appraisals powerful & effective. She has been selected as mentor with The Cherie Blair Foundation in May 2018,where she coaches & mentors women from all over the world.

Giri Balasubramaniam, better known by his pseudonym Pickbrain, is a noted quizmaster and co-founder of Greycaps, Asia’s largest onstage quizzing and knowledge services company. Seen every weekend hosting quiz shows on national television channels in India hosting, he is also the mind behind the Global Awareness Program (GAP), one of India’s first focused and structured knowledge enhancement programmes for school children. He and his team have presented over 2000 shows across 94 destinations of India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA to emerge as one of the fastest growing quiz hosts from the region. 

Giri has previously worked with The Economic Times, The Walt Disney Company and Indiainfo.com for over a decade before launching Greycaps. He is a regular speaker at conferences and educational institutions. He has presented over 2000 shows across India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA.  

Harsh Pamnani is a branding expert specializing in storytelling to build and enhance brand reputations. He partners with organizations to capture their journeys and shape their cultures through compelling narratives, which business leaders can leverage to attract talent, engage customers, and stand out from competitors.Harsh is the author of the bestselling *Booming Brands* series and *Booming Digital Stars* and has published over 100 articles in top-tier outlets like CNBC, Forbes, and The Economic Times. His portfolio includes collaborations with unicorn startups like FirstCry and Icertis, corporates such as Deloitte and HSBC, and stories of successful brands like BigBasket, Paper Boat, and Shaadi.com, as well as top influencers like Bhuvan Bam (BB Ki Vines), Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps), and Prajakta Koli (MostlySane). A frequent TEDx speaker, Harsh also teaches startup branding at MICA Ahmedabad and is recognized by leaders across government, business, and academia for his contributions to branding and marketing.

Sandeep believes in creating purpose-driven and future-ready brands by giving them impactful strategies and unique design solutions.He specialise in high-level strategic thinking that helps businesses to build their story, organise their brand architecture, define new customer experiences, increase sales,innovate their products, break into new markets or internally transform their organisations. Sandeep posseses extensive international experience of guiding the C-Suite of multiple big ticket brands in multiple countires.

Ashish Chawla, with over 20 years of experience, is a business leader, a startup evangelist, a creative thinker, a storyteller, a musician, and an ever-enthusiastic speaker. After driving value in companies like KPMG, GE; Ashish along with the co-founding team started India's one of the first E-Commerce portals and was instrumental in raising INR 400 crores. Ashish understands the power of Digital and how creative storytelling in the form of Videos can be used to attract customers and increase sales by 10x. He is currently a Partner at Treemouse, a strategy consultancy focused on designing creative solutions for user-led challenges in impact and corporate sectors: lead strategy and growth and Founder and Creative Head at Ahsomeness, a content strategy and design consultancy which designs creative strategy and content interventions for top brands to influence behavior change of target groups.

Hiren Doshi is a passionate digital entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience in the tech industry. At Satsure, Hiren led Agri, banking and insurance business vertical and was part of the core leadership team. Earlier, he led strategic partnerships & international business development at Ninjacart. Prior to that, he led strategy, partnerships and business development at eGovernments foundation which focusses on catalyzing urban governance transformation in India. Prior to eGov, he led adoption for Sunbird, a population-scale digital learning infrastructure created by Ekstep. Earlier in his career, Hiren played various leadership roles at Amazon, Flipkart and Infosys. He built one of the fastest growing brand advertising business for Amazon in India.

Prahlad Kakar, acclaimed as India’s "Ad Guru," is a pioneering force in the advertising industry and founder of Genesis Film Production. With a career spanning over 45 years, he’s renowned for revolutionizing Indian advertising by blending humor and cultural depth. His collaboration with prominent brands across India and the Asia Pacific has yielded numerous award-winning commercials that encapsulate relatable, vibrant narratives. His commitment to impactful storytelling and regional authenticity continues to influence modern advertising and mentorship in creative workshops and media.

Abhaya Gupta is a renowned authority on luxury retail and brand strategy in India. His diverse expertise encompasses writing, advisory roles, public speaking, thought leadership, and philanthropy. He has left an indelible mark in the realm of luxury brands and lifestyle through his ventures, including Luxury Connect LLP, Luxury Connect Business School, and Luxury Cruxx. As a Marshall Goldsmith stakeholder-centered certified coach, he serves as the President of the Centre for Education Growth & Research, Delhi NCR Chapter and advises 'Promising Indians,' 'Behind The Ramp,' and 'Modestreet Fashions.' Gupta's legacy includes pioneering franchise tie-ups with iconic fashion brands, launching innovative concepts, and earning prestigious titles such as 'Luxury Retail Icon of the Year 2012' and a consistent presence among 'Indian Luxury's top 100.' He shares advice and experience on marketing, consumer behaviour, customer satisfaction, innovation & strategy besides luxury across sectors and geographies.

Pallab, a seasoned professional with over 25 years in Soft Skills and Job Placement Training, excels in diverse areas such as Pageant Training, Show Anchoring, Fashion Show Direction, English Voice Overs, and Blogging. Conducting workshops and training sessions across various cities, he focuses on Corporate Soft Skills, career development, campus placement, finishing & grooming, Personality Development, and effective English communication. Currently hosting regular CAREER WEBINARS online, Pallab has trained over 1,000,000 students and professionals, from Entry to Middle Management levels. His impressive clientele includes Xerox, LG Electronics, HCL Technologies Ltd, IBM, ICICI Bank, and more. Pallab's coaching extends to renowned institutes like BIMTECH, ACCURATE Institute, AMITY University, and various other educational institutions. With a prolific hosting career of over 3500 shows/events, he has also mentored over 25,000 students and young professionals to secure desired job selections. 

Currently working as the Zonal Manager for Fevicol Souvik has worked extensively in organizations spanning diverse industries like FMCG, Consumer Durables, Paints etc in verticals ranging from Sales to Trade and Customer Marketing and Product Marketing. 

With an industry experience of 14 years in national level roles with some of India's most loved brands like Eveready, Emami and Fevicol, Souvik has seen the Indian Sales and Distribution setup evolving over the last decade and has been instrumental in bringing about the change in organisations he has worked in. 

A GOOGLE certified digital marketer and a British Council certified marketer, Souvik is a salesman at heart who believes in Marketing with a target and selling with creativity.

Strategic and data driven marketing leader with overall experience of 16+ years. Proven expertise in B2B SaaS Marketing, Digital Marketing Strategy, SEO, Thought Leadership Events, Brand Building, Website & Social Media, Partner Marketing, Sales Enablement, Content Creation and Communications that all started with a PGDM in Marketing from Tier1 institute - IMT Ghaziabad. Penchant for writing backed by a Masters degree in English. Deep understanding and inherent interest in Technology domain with an Engineering degree in Computer Science. Forrester Certified B2B Marketing Pro. Asia's Top 100 Women Leaders Award 2023. Karnataka's Women Leaders 2023 award by World Women Leadership Congress. Rising CMO of the Year 2021 Awardee at the Women Influencer Summit for Outstanding Women in Tech. Harvard Leadership Course Graduate 2021 with exceptional written & verbal communication skills. Highly analytical go-getter who loves a challenge.

Ameen believes good stories happen to those who can tell them. He coaches leaders and helps them improve their business storytelling. CEO’ s, change makers and business leaders from across the world have turned to him for help with their stories. He has studied business administration and followed that up with a course in advertising & media planning from MICA. Formerly a Vice President at Ogilvy & Mather, Ameen has over 20 years of experience in advertising, marketing, consulting and theatre. His work is deeply influenced by his experiences in communications, both as a marketer and as an actor. When not studying or teaching storytelling, he loves climbing hills and playing table tennis.

Pummi Marodia specializes in crafting impactful personal brands and generating leads through two core services: ghostwriting LinkedIn posts and LinkedIn profile management. With a focus on building personal brands and attracting inbound leads, Pummi's ghostwriting service ensures consistent and compelling content creation. For those seeking comprehensive growth on LinkedIn, her profile management service encompasses optimization, content creation, engagement through commenting, and strategic networking.

Dr. Rabiaah is the visionary founder, director, and personal branding advisor at eD WebStudio Channel, a platform offering mentoring, training, and branding services. With over 23 years of experience, she's empowered countless individuals and organizations to enhance their online and offline presence. A mentor of change, Dr. Rabiaah is dedicated to inspiring personal and professional growth, contributing to societal development. As a renowned public figure, multi-award-winning eduleader, and global SDG ambassador, she's recognized for her impactful leadership. Transitioning from various sectors, her journey exemplifies resilience and purpose. Dr. Rabiaah's mission is to nurture millions of lives, fostering inspiring leaders for a better world.

Shahnawaz Khan is a highly skilled and experienced web developer and digital marketer with over 12 years of industry experience. Throughout his career, he has successfully completed almost 1500 projects, showcasing his exceptional expertise and dedication to his craft.

As a web developer, Shahnawaz Khan is well-versed in various programming languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and more. He has a deep understanding of web development frameworks and content management systems, enabling him to create visually appealing and highly functional websites for his clients.

What sets Shahnawaz Khan apart from his peers is his ability to not only develop websites but also optimize them for digital marketing purposes. With his extensive knowledge in both web development and digital marketing, he can create websites that are not only visually stunning but also highly effective in generating traffic and conversions.

Shobha Prasad is an award-winning research & insights professional and speaker in Indian and international forums. She is founder Director at Drshti Strategic Research Services, and has presented multiple times at ESOMAR conferences, of which 4 of her papers have been judged Best Paper / Best Presented Paper, including the Peter Cooper Award for Qualitative Excellence.

In order to keep her sanity intact she has a parallel life as a cartoonist where she cartoons on all topics that tickle her fancy- including work on which, as you may imagine, she gets rich fodder from her day job.

She is the author of Funny Business- Consumers, Corporates and Other Cartoons. 

Ankoor, President’s Select Member of Leaders Excellence [MLE] at Harvard Square, is a prominent figure in the industry, serves as a mentor, advisor, and speaker at the Indian Institute of Film Training & Digital Marketing (IFTDM). Holding a significant role on the Advisory Board of the Marketing Department at ISBR Business School, Ankoor is also on the Advisory Board of Global Mathematics & Mathematics Olympiad Graded Assessment Test with Competition.

Extending beyond academia; Ankoor has been honored with the "CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE 2024" award by Passion Vista and recognized as the "MAN OF EXCELLENCE, 2024" by the prestigious Indian Achievers' Award. Additionally, he received the "LEADER 2.0 AWARD, 2023" from adgully and was named a "DIGITAL KAIZEN LEADER by DigiAdCon 2024”,Ankoor’s contributions to the field of marketing are widely acclaimed, marking him as an inspiring thought leader in his domain. Ankoor is also on the MMA Smarties APAC Advisory Board.

Sheetal is a seasoned communication strategist with close to one and a half decades of expertise, focused on exponentially revamping the company's sales.

During her tenure in journalism, she has worked with publications like Times Now, Bloomberg TV India, and TV9. She has covered sectors like BFSI, FMCG, Automobile, and Aviation extensively.

After Journalism, she ventured into the PR world and worked with Adfactors PR, Concept Communications, and Integral Advisory in various positions to develop her branding, communications, and digital marketing skills. She has experience in assisting brands in establishing a business by setting processes and teams, business development through sales and devising growth strategies. She is a co-founder of Arsh communication and has the vision to take the Indian brand on 'Arsh' (pinnacle) with Arsh.

Sonal is the former Chief Creative Officer of Ogilvy South and Southeast Asia. He recently went independent to pursue his love for writing and film direction. Over a 30-year career, Sonal led agencies to creative glory in three different markets. At Ogilvy Mumbai in the ‘90s, he helped drive the agency to become India’s No.1 creative agency. He did the same with Ogilvy Kuala Lumpur, leading the office to become the most awarded in Malaysia. Ogilvy Singapore was next, where he led his team to become No.1 in the Creative Rankings in Asia, and the third most awarded office in the world at Cannes Lions 2007 – a first for an Asian agency. He returned to India in 2011 to head Bates, followed by a stint at DDB Mudra. Sonal is also passionate about teaching and mentoring young creative talent and is a visiting faculty at some of the top institutes in India. 

Nidhee is a top-performing, highly skilled business expert and approachable WPP Unilever team leader with over 20 years of experience. She excels in recommending business strategies to achieve organizational revenue goals, identifying new opportunities, and solving business problems. Nidhee has successfully managed a multimillion-dollar business, making it the best performing market globally. With expertise in strategy design and execution, digital transformation, and process optimization, she develops and implements effective strategies that drive growth and sustainable success. An authentic leader, Nidhee is passionate about team development, promoting growth, and creating engaging, empowering cultures. She enjoys coaching, mentoring, and building teams to advance their careers.

Mohit is a distinguished TEDx speaker and marketing professional with 14 years of experience. He has successfully served over 200 brands, including industry giants like Google, Microsoft, IBM, Lenovo, and Havells, in ATL, BTL, and digital marketing, driving lead generation and enhancing brand value. Recognized as one of Business Mint’s 40 Under 40 Top Influential Corporate Leaders, Mohit excels in brand building, digital marketing, and event management. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys running marathons, practicing yoga, and performing stand-up comedy. His bestselling books, "Eat & Lose" and “Married Bachelor,” showcase his diverse talents.

Strategic Leader with nearly 15 years of extensive experience in building Enterprise Systems using a wide range of technologies including Java, J2EE, Scala, Python, JavaScript, Big Data, AWS, and React-JS. Skilled in applying Best Practices, GOF Design Patterns, J2EE Design Patterns, OOPs, Principles, and Standards as suggested in software engineering practices. A customer-centric professional with a proven track record in driving overall solutions based on customers' business and technical requirements. Expertise in software development life cycle, architectural design, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Highly experienced in leading and motivating teams toward growth and success across various domains including BFSI, Telecom, Automobile, and Digital Marketing.

20 years of Marketing leadership experience spanning multiple industries and categories with exposure across India as well as International markets. Shitij has been a guest speaker at multiple forums including Business schools, Mobile Marketing Awards (Indonesia) as well as Industry forums. An alumni of the prestigious Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad, Shitij held the merit of being the youngest Head of Innovation in a Beverage company. A disciple of the Bhagvad Gita, Shitij has been an ardent believer of how Spirituality can be a core instrument of driving change both at an individual and an organizational level. He has run outcome based workshops focused on arriving at strategic marketing roadmaps based on consumer centricity and clued into larger business objectives. He has also served as a consultant to many startups by offering his expertise in distilling consumer, media & commercial insights to arrive at robust marketing propositions. 

Mr. V M Rajasekharan is a certified coach for senior management and business leaders. He is also a Mentor helping entrepreneurs @ IIT Incubation Centre, Chennai and at other Institutions like TiE Chennai where he is a charter member. He is the Founder and Chief Consultant of "Business Clinique", a unique initiative that provides companies across industries quick and effective solutions for the challenges they face across multiple areas. He worked at ITC Ltd. for 32 years, retiring as the CEO of the Matches & Agarbatti Division in 2018. He has been the Chief Executive of ITC’s Agarbatti (Incence Sticks) business since its inception in 2003.Additionally, he was also the Chief Executive of the Matches Business since 2010,he modeled and ran both businesses on the principles of lean management and aggressive market expansion. He was also the Managing Director of WIMCO Ltd.

Swati is an independent advisor to consumer tech companies. Over the past 2 decades, she has led large business verticals in leadership roles across Netflix, GroupM, Nat Geo & more across India & APAC. Today, she actively advises consumer tech companies focused on brand as a core MOAT - some of her recent work includes CRED, SUGAR Cosmetics amongst others. 

Apart from her consulting commitments, She is a program director at GrowthX, a members only club focused on growth leaders, where she teaches the CRAFT of brand led growth to early stage product founders & leaders. She is also an active angel investor and typically invests in super early stage post PMF companies with a particular interest in purpose driven consumer tech companies led by ambitious founders.

Her weekends are largely spent speaking to early stage women founders - she has mentored 100+ founders in the last 18 months in association with IIM-Bangalore & Goldman Sachs.

A journalist turned communicator, Nidhi Gulati has a rich experience of over 2 decades in employee communications, media relations, branding, marketing communications, CSR and DEAI. After spending over a decade in media, Nidhi switched to the corporate side and since has worked across different industries spanning IT, BFSI, and now scientific publishing.

An expert in strategic communications, branding, stakeholder management; Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR); and DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion), Nidhi has been leading dynamic teams of corporate communications professionals and has been mentoring them to be future leaders and effective business partners. 

Armed with two post graduate degrees in Mass Communications and Radio and Television Journalism from two of India’s premier institutes, and one in Business Management (with a specialisation in Marketing), Nidhi is a people’s person passionate about telling the right stories and listening and learning from the stories of other people.

Kshitij Kaul is a seasoned marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in advertising, brand strategy, and digital transformation. As the Director of Outlook Media India, he has driven innovative, data-driven marketing strategies that have led to significant brand growth and audience engagement. Kshitij is known for his creative storytelling, leadership development, and ability to spearhead successful campaigns that set industry standards. A two-time award winner at the Excellency Iconic Awards, he was named "Best Leader of the Year" and led Outlook Media to be recognized as the "Emerging Company of the Year." Outside of his professional work, Kshitij is a passionate orator, motivational speaker, and mentor, dedicated to inspiring future leaders in the marketing field. With his visionary approach and commitment to excellence, Kshitij continues to shape the marketing landscape and empower businesses to thrive.

Raj Kishor worked as a Digital Marketing Trainer & SEO Consultant, specializing in SEO & Web Analytics, and has trained more than 2000+ Students and Professionals in past years, he also offers training on Success Principles and leadership skills. He is a dynamic and creative thinker with years of work experience in the online marketing industry with extensive knowledge and experience in implementing marketing projects, creating business solutions, making reports, and analyzing from different areas. Also successful in developing communication strategy and building brand image. An expert in the field of coordination, customer acquisition/negotiation, team building, analytics, media relations, and marketing which lead to stimulation of business growth and maximization of results.

Nishant is a seasoned creative director, product manager, and content marketer with a decade of experience scaling innovative content and product solutions for over 150 million users. At BYJU'S, he has managed diverse product lines across live-teaching segments and app components, including videos, games, and assessments. Leading a team of nearly 400 members, Nishant thrives on the challenge of driving impactful projects across multiple media and content domains. Beyond his full-time role, Nishant is a passionate entrepreneur and the founder of Design Crescendo, a studio and agency specializing in creative solutions. With over 50 successful collaborations and a business impact exceeding $500,000, he continues to excel as a freelancer and consultant, merging creativity with strategic execution. Nishant’s dynamic approach fuels his mission to create meaningful experiences both at scale and through personalized ventures.

Sandeep is a seasoned professional with over 19 years of expertise in business operations, strategy, digital transformation, and customer value management. He has a proven track record in acquisition and market share growth through technology, digital ecosystems, product innovation, and strategic alliances. Skilled in P&L management, analytics, and process design, Sandeep drives productivity enhancements, improving organizational efficiency and profitability. Academically, he holds an MBA, PMP certification, Black Belt in Quality, and certifications in AI and CRM analytics from premier institutions.

Sonal Mehta is a seasoned corporate banker with over 20 years of experience in banking and finance. She collaborates with founders to support their growth journeys, specializing in branding, strategy, and fundraising.

She holds leadership roles in key panels, including serving as Vice President (North) for NAREDCO Mahi, where she launched the Proptech Accelerator platform "Dolphin Tank" in collaboration with India Network and Start-Up India. She is also a mentor for startups at IIT Guwahati and guides students under Delhi Government Schools' Master Blaster Program.