AdCounty Media names Gaurav Dikshit advisor to the board

MUMBAI: AdCounty Media India Limited has added a seasoned mind to its leadership table with the appointment of Gaurav Dikshit as advisor to the board, effective January 14, 2026.

With over two decades of experience across media planning, brand strategy, digital transformation and growth leadership, Dikshit brings a rare mix of agency sharpness, client-side insight and entrepreneurial drive. His appointment signals AdCounty Media’s intent to think bigger, move smarter and build deeper partnerships as it charts its next phase of growth.

In his advisory role, Dikshit will work closely with the board and leadership team to refine the company’s strategic roadmap, strengthen its partner ecosystem and identify new opportunities across high-potential digital markets. The focus will be on sustainable value creation, sharper growth metrics and long-term impact.

Dikshit’s career began in core media planning before expanding into strategy, content, digital and corporate leadership roles. Over the years, he has worked across leading agencies and brands including Grey Worldwide, RK Swamy, Starcom and Mindshare, handling marquee accounts such as Samsung, LVMH, Apollo Tyres, Lufthansa and Volvo Cars.

He later moved client-side to Samsung India, where he played a key role in strategy, growth and corporate communications. At RK Swamy, he led major national and government-led initiatives including Digital India, Jan Dhan Yojana and Mudra Loan, along with campaigns for Unicef.

Beyond corporate roles, Dikshit is also an entrepreneur who has built and scaled digital and content-led platforms focused on rural audiences and children. He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication and a founding member of the IIMC Alumni Association, where he currently serves as vice president.

Commenting on the appointment, AdCounty Media co-founder and whole-time director Delphin Varghese, said Dikshit’s blend of strategic vision and hands-on entrepreneurial experience would add meaningful depth to the company’s growth journey. His understanding of both traditional media and modern digital ecosystems is expected to play a key role in strengthening AdCounty Media’s market position and partner strategy.

As advisor to the board, Dikshit will support AdCounty Media in shaping partnerships, unlocking new revenue opportunities and building scalable digital marketplaces aligned with a privacy-first, data-driven future.