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  • TATA Starbucks appoints Mitali Maheshwari as head of product and marketing for India

    TATA Starbucks appoints Mitali Maheshwari as head of product and marketing for India

    Mumbai: TATA Starbucks has announced the appointment of Mitali Maheshwari as product and marketing head for India. With over a decade of invaluable expertise in brand management and marketing, in her new role, she will spearhead product innovation and drive marketing initiatives for the brand.

    Welcoming Mitali Maheshwari to the team, TATA Starbucks COO Adrit Mishra shared, “As we continue building the category in India and extending our coffee leadership to deliver the signature Starbucks Experience to consumers, we are excited for Mitali to expound upon our product and marketing plans. With Mitali on board, we are also looking forward to enabling strategic product innovation that brings forth the best of global and local tastes for consumers in a manner that is familiar to them. Mitali’s dedication to her craft, coupled with her strategic mindset and innovative approach, makes her an invaluable addition to our team.”

    Maheshwari shared, “As a coffee enthusiast myself, I am looking forward to joining Starbucks India, a brand that has played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s vibrant coffee landscape over the past decade. I am humbled and excited to build on the brand’s marketing plans to drive continued growth, while delivering the distinct Starbucks experience to consumers across the country.”

    Bringing a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in elevating brand presence and consumer engagement, Mitali previously held the position of national brand marketing manager at Red Bull India. Her strategic insights and innovative approach will serve in ensuring exceptional experiences for coffee enthusiasts across the country.

  • TrioTree Technologies appoints new COO and VP

    TrioTree Technologies appoints new COO and VP

    Mumbai: TrioTree Technologies has announced the appointment of Divyesh J Sampat as chief operating officer (COO) and Mihir Jha as vice president of technology and innovations. These hires come at a crucial time for TrioTree, as the company experiences significant growth and transformation, underscoring its commitment to operational excellence and technological advancement.

    TrioTree has been navigating substantial growth, necessitating enhanced leadership to sustain this momentum and further accelerate its initiatives. Divyesh J Sampat, the newly appointed COO, brings over 23 years of experience in operational leadership. His tenure at Wipro saw him driving operational efficiency and achieving sustainable growth, making him an invaluable addition to TrioTree’s executive team. Mihir Jha, the new VP of technology and innovations comes with 20 years of experience in technology management. His impressive background includes leading technological advancements and successfully launching several products and solutions.

    Commenting on these significant appointments, TrioTree Technologies founder & CEO Surjeet Thakur stated, “TrioTree is experiencing a period of significant growth and transformation. To sustain our momentum and further accelerate our initiatives, we recognized the need for enhanced leadership in key areas. The decision to bring on a new chief operating officer (COO) and vice president of technology was driven by our commitment to operational excellence and technological advancement. These appointments are aimed at strengthening our executive team to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving market and to drive our company towards new horizons.”

    The newly appointed COO, Divyesh J Sampat commented: “I am excited to join TrioTree at such a vital time. My focus will be on enhancing our strategies to support our expanding customer base and global presence. I am committed to refining our processes, driving efficiency, and ensuring that our operations are scalable to meet the growing demands. Together with the talented team at TrioTree, I look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success and making a significant impact on its journey forward.”

    The new VP of technology and innovations, Mihir Jha shared: “I look forward to leading our technology initiatives, driving digital transformation, and ensuring that we remain at the forefront of technological advancements. My goal is to create a robust technological framework that not only supports our current objectives but also paves the way for the future. By creating a culture of creativity, I am confident that we will deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders.”

    The new appointments are set to play pivotal roles in TrioTree’s growth strategy. Sampat will focus on enhancing operational frameworks, ensuring scalability, and driving efficiency across all functions. His expertise will be crucial in refining operational strategies to support TrioTree’s expanding customer base and global presence. Meanwhile, Jha will lead the company’s technology roadmap and ensure that TrioTree’s technological capabilities are aligned with its goals. Together, they will streamline operations and harness innovative technology to propel TrioTree to new levels of success.

    In addition to these senior appointments, TrioTree Technologies has also announced the onboarding of 15 new team members, bringing the company size to more than 250. These new members will contribute to various domains within the organisation, supporting TrioTree’s ongoing growth and expansion.

  • Ashwani Gandhi appointed CEO of Niraamaya Life

    Ashwani Gandhi appointed CEO of Niraamaya Life

    Mumbai: Niraamaya Life has appointed Ashwani Gandhi as the new chief executive officer. With over 18 years of experience, he brings a strong background in the digital space, having worked with globally renowned brands such as Pfizer, Paras Pharma (Reckitt Benckiser), Himalaya as well as global start-up Believe Pte. He is also an alumnus of IIM Lucknow & holds multiple management degrees from prestigious institutes.

    Ashwani Gandhi will lead the three business verticals – retreats, D2C, and products verticals, aiming at transforming Niraamaya Life into a digitally native wellness platform. He plans to enhance retreats with personalized wellness programs, expand D2C reach through innovative e-commerce strategies, and introduce new wellness products driven by product innovation. Central to this initiative is the ‘Niraamaya Life’ Wellness app, offering services like yoga, ayurveda, sleep management, and mindfulness to promote overall health and tranquillity.

    “I’m thrilled to join the Niraamaya family, a well-established and strong brand with a prominent position in the global market in the wellness segment. Our move into the direct-to-consumer space is a natural progression, and I am eager to lead this transformative journey. By expanding our offerings and innovating across all verticals, including the introduction of the ‘Niraamaya Life’ D2C App, we are looking to further enhance and elevate the wellness experience for our patrons worldwide, creating an ecosystem that nurtures health and well-being,” said Gandhi.

    Niraamaya Life will be unveiling its own line of consumer products, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to luxury wellness. Niraamaya Life aims to emerge as the preferred choice for wellness enthusiasts globally, presenting an array of offerings to foster holistic well-being.

  • JioCinema hires three power-packed tech leaders

    JioCinema hires three power-packed tech leaders

    Mumbai: Even as user experience has been improving and attaining global standards on its  OTT platform, JioCinema, Viacom18 has taken steps to take it a notch higher by roping in three top techies on its tech team.

    Coming in as chief product officer & ad tech platform lead is Bharath Ram with rich experience at Flipkart (as product & engineering lead), Instagram (core product ad team in the US) and Amazon Prime Video (personalisation lead).

    The second tech lead to join is Vijay Sheshadri who has come in as chief technical advisor. Sheshadri’s core strengths lie in enterprise security, e-commerce, and large-scale distributed system with experience as an engineering fellow at Swiggy, at Amazon and at Symantec where he built several enterprise security solutions and cloud infrastructure services. Vijay was the lead architect for Symantec’s reputation-based security technology, which won the Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Award in 2010.

    The third hire Shoury Bhardwaj has taken on the role of engineering leader for app experience, search, recommendations, data and app backend platforms.  He has 12 years of experience at Flipkart, where he worked on key areas such  e-commerce. In his most recent role, he led the product and engineering teams for new business initiatives.

    A company press release said these appointments aim to bolster tech expertise, agility, and market responsiveness, supporting the company’s swift expansion and commitment to providing exceptional digital experiences.

    “We are thrilled to welcome Bharath, Vijay and Shoury to the Viacom18 family. Their expertise and leadership will be instrumental as we embark on the next phase of our ambitious growth journey. These appointments reflect our commitment to building a world-class tech platform that can deliver the best of content and an unparalleled experience to our consumers,” a company spokesperson was quoted in the press release.

  • Tribes Communication appoints Himanka Das as chief strategy officer

    Tribes Communication appoints Himanka Das as chief strategy officer

    Mumbai: Tribes Communication has appointed Himanka Das as chief strategy officer to lead the organization’s strategic vision and drive its ambitious expansion goals. In under a decade, the group has transformed from an out-of-home (OOH) solutions service provider into a formidable comprehensive marketing powerhouse.

    As an industry leader, Himanka Das brings with him more than two decades of experience in media and marketing communication, having worked across 250 plus brands and managed large investment portfolios. He is a seasoned executive with a strong strategy orientation to drive business outcomes and has worn many hats before taking on the role of chief strategy officer at Tribes. In the recent past, Himanka was serving as country director at Infomo, a global AI AdTech pioneer in the first-party data space. He has held leadership roles at Dentsu International for over nine years, which included three years as CEO of its group company, Vizeum India and as EVP Carat, India. Himanka began his career at Madison World, building his career working at Initiative, Lintas Media Group, FCB Ulka of IPG and Starcom of Publicis Media.

    Prior to joining Infomo, Himanka took an academic sabbatical to earn a postgraduate qualification in data science from International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Bangalore to accelerate his analytical skills. He also has a Masters in International Marketing and Mass Communication Studies from University of Pune.

    Expressing his excitement about joining Tribes Communication, Himanka stated, “What impressed me is the pace and agility with which Tribes has made a cutting-edge mark in the marketing industry in less than a decade, leading transformations in disruptive technology such as AI, CRM data, analytics and continuously evolving consumer behaviour. It’s inspiring and an honour to be part of such an entrepreneurial team and culture, driving ambitious future plans. I am excited to work closely with the diverse business units, bringing strategic connections to engage and help consumers to make decisions in their purchase journey.”

    Welcoming Himanka, Tribes Communication MD and chairman Gour Gupta said, “I am extremely pleased to welcome Himanka to the Tribes family, especially at such a pivotal time. Himanka’s profound industry knowledge and strategic acumen will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and deliver exceptional value to our clients. In addition, our shared values of business excellence and forward-thinking are perfectly aligned and I look forward to this collaboration, which will be instrumental in driving our next phase of growth.”

    As chief strategy officer, Himanka will oversee the development and implementation of the company’s strategic initiatives, working closely with the executive team to identify new growth opportunities and enhance operational efficiencies.

  • DTDC Express Ltd appoints Ankita Tiwari as new CHRO

    DTDC Express Ltd appoints Ankita Tiwari as new CHRO

    Mumbai: DTDC Express Ltd, a leading express logistics provider in India, has appointed Ankita Tiwari as its new chief human resources officer (CHRO). With extensive experience in HR leadership, Ankita brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this new role, aiming to drive impactful HR strategies and initiatives.

    Ankita joins DTDC with over two decades of experience and a strong background in HR leadership across various industries. At DTDC, she will leverage her unique set of skills in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusivity at the workplace, building a strong organizational culture. Ankita is known for her expertise in building strong relationships, enhancing people skills, and cultivating a positive work culture.

    Welcoming Tiwari to DTDC, DTDC Express Ltd CEO Abhishek Chakraborty said, “We are delighted to welcome Ankita to our DTDC family. With her extensive experience, innovative approach, and proven track record in human resources, we are confident she will be invaluable in fostering a positive and productive work environment. With an ecosystem of 13,000 plus employees delivering 7,50,000 plus parcels per day, covering 96 per cent of India’s population, her expertise in HR will add to our leadership strength and strengthen our people practices going forward.”

    Prior to joining DTDC, Ankita held several significant senior HR leadership roles at companies including Larsen & Toubro Ltd, A.P. Moller-Maersk, Pidilite, BASF, and ST Ericsson. In these roles, she substantially enhanced the HR practices of the organisation by guiding the department toward increased automation, digitization, agility, and strategic business alignment.

  • Wing Commander RD Deshpande (retired) joins PR Professionals as president

    Wing Commander RD Deshpande (retired) joins PR Professionals as president

    Mumbai: PR Professionals, the flagship company of the PRP Group, announced the appointment of Wing Commander RD Deshpande (retired) as president of defence business and HR services. This strategic appointment marks a significant step in strengthening its leadership team and expanding the company’s expertise in the defence sector and HR services.

    Wing Commander RD Deshpande joins PR Professionals following his tenure with Byju’s where he led the learning and development function and spearheaded critical initiatives aimed at organizational development. With a distinguished military career spanning 22 years, he brings a wealth of leadership experience and specialized knowledge to the existing, diversified, and experience-rich team at PRP Group.

    A decorated military veteran, WinCo RD is a recipient of the prestigious “Chief of Air Staff Commendation” for exemplary leadership during his career in the Indian Air Force. He has also held leadership roles in esteemed organizations, such as; Reliance Retail Ltd., Byju’s, ISHRAE, and Critical Care Unified Pvt. Ltd. An alumnus of some of India’s most esteemed institutions, such as; IIM Ahmedabad, Air Force Academy, Air Force Administrative College, Air Force Intelligence School, and the National Defence Academy, WinCo RD has honed his expertise and developed niche through rigorous academic and professional training. Apart from these, he has also successfully completed courses from the globally renowned institutions, like; XLRI, Jamshedpur and Jack Welch Management Institute, Strayer University, U.S.

    At PR Professionals, WinCo RD will lead its Defence business along with HR Services. It is aligned with the Vision of the Founder and Managing Director, PRP Group, Dr. Sarvesh Tiwari and this expansion marks the very thought-through and robust strengthening plans of the company.

    Dr Sarvesh shared “We are delighted to welcome Wing Commander RD Deshpande to the PRP family. His extensive experience in defence and corporate leadership, coupled with his expertise in HR, PR and learning & development, will prove to be invaluable for the company as we expand our offerings and reinforce our commitment to excellence. His unique experiences and perspectives from the armed forces, sound knowledge and stellar educational background adds a professional flavor to the team. We are confident that his visionary approach and strategic insights will drive significant growth and innovation for our clients and the organization.”

    With over 28 years of rich and diversified experience in “people functions”, WinCo RD is a visionary, strategist and an expert in defining policies, processes, and implementing reforms. He is a certified behavioral trainer, excelling in ‘outbound, facilitation, and experiential training’. He is also an ‘executive presence coach’.

    Commenting on his appointment, Wing Commander RD Deshpande said, “I am thrilled to join PRP family and am eager to contribute to the company’s mission of excellence in Defence business and HR Services. I am excited and at the same time committed to drive impactful initiatives and support the growth of our clients and the organization.”

    PR Professionals has significantly expanded its senior leadership team, further bolstering its ranks with seasoned professionals. Most recently, the company welcomed Nishant Singhal as president strategy. Furthermore, in the preceding year, PR Professionals made strategic appointments to enhance its leadership cadre. Varun Aggarwal was appointed as assistant vice president (AVP) for business development, bringing his wealth of experience and expertise to drive business expansion initiatives forward. Additionally, the company added Sanjay Singh to its team, a distinguished media and PR veteran, who assumed the role of vice president.

    PR Professionals is an integrated communications company that has been delivering quality and excellence since 2011 and has also initiated several philanthropic activities. It provides end-to-end branding and customized public relations solutions that enable businesses to become market leaders. From humble beginnings, PRP today has 12 offices in India and six offices in offshore locations. The 150-member team shares Tiwari’s passion for doing extraordinary things in PR and making a difference to the underprivileged through philanthropic activities.

  • Nachiket Pantvaidya appointed as general manager, Sony Pictures International Productions – India

    Nachiket Pantvaidya appointed as general manager, Sony Pictures International Productions – India

    Mumbai: Sony Pictures Entertainment announced that veteran executive Nachiket Pantvaidya has been appointed as general manager of Sony Pictures International Productions (SPIP), India.

    In this role, Nachiket will oversee local Indian production while working alongside Shony Panjikaran (general manager and head of Sony Pictures Releasing International, India).

    Sony Pictures International Production EVP, creative production and head Shebnem Askin said, “Sanford Panitch and I are so pleased to have Nachiket join the Sony Pictures International Productions to lead our local Indian production. These are exciting times as we take a step to make and release our biggest local slate for the Indian market in the next two years. We are most excited as Nachiket brings along not only rich industry experience but also new energy and dynamic execution skills to lead SPIP to a prime position.”

    Commenting on his appointment, Nachiket Pantvaidya said, “I am pleased to lead and nurture our creative and business forces to ensure that we best serve our movie audiences, especially in these dynamic times where the creative and business parameters for movie making in India are being redefined. We are aiming to scale our output to not only match audience expectations, but also to ensure that the right cohorts get to see the movie of their choice on the distribution medium of their choice. I hope to partner fruitfully with the players in the market and with Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) and optimize SPIP’s strength going ahead.”

    In his earlier assignments, Nachiket was group CEO, Balaji Telefilms, business head of Sony Entertainment Television. He was also the business head of Star Plus and held several roles in the Star TV network, including head of Star Pravah and managing director of Fox Television Studios. An IIM-Ahmedabad alumnus, he has also held key management roles in BBC and Disney.

    As he takes up this new assignment, he will continue to perform his duties as CEO, Sony Entertainment Talent Ventures in parallel.

  • Almonds Ai onboards Ramdas Rajamani as MENA region’s business head

    Almonds Ai onboards Ramdas Rajamani as MENA region’s business head

    Mumbai: Almonds Ai, a leading provider of B2B loyalty and channel partner engagement solutions, has appointed Ramdas Rajamani as director based out of Dubai.

    In his role, he will lead the company’s operations across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. He will leverage his extensive experience to drive the company’s expansion in the MENA region, focusing on developing and implementing strategies to strengthen partnerships and maximise channel engagement.

    He began his journey with SONY Middle East & Africa, where he pivotally launched and established VAIO as a successful brand across the region. His ability to build robust networks of distributors, dealers, and merchandisers has been a key factor in his success.

    With experience spanning more than three decades in industries such as consumer durables, appliances, pharmaceuticals and telecommunications across growth, strategy, and management, Ramdas’s foresight and leadership prowess are poised to propel the company’s growth initiatives forward, positioning Almonds Ai as frontrunner in innovation.

    Almonds Ai co-founders Abhinav Jain & Apurv Modi jointly said, “The appointment of Ram is a significant milestone for the company as it brings together cohesive strategic leadership to Almonds Ai team. His wealth of knowledge and proven track record in brand establishment and market penetration make him the perfect fit to lead our operations in the MENA region. We are confident that his strategic insights and expertise will propel us to new heights in this important market.”

    Commenting on his appointment, Ramdas said, “I am honored to join the Almonds Ai team and contribute to their mission of revolutionizing the B2B loyalty and channel partner engagement landscape. The MENA region presents immense growth opportunities, and I look forward to leveraging my experience and Almonds Ai’s cutting-edge solutions to empower businesses and drive sustainable success across the region. Together, we will build strong, lasting relationships and unlock fame and growth for the brands we serve.”

    Ramdas holds a master’s degree in business administration from the Institute of Technology & Management highlighting his expertise in growing and running enterprises.

  • Reliance Jio appoints Sidharth Kedia appointed as SVP & head of JioGames

    Reliance Jio appoints Sidharth Kedia appointed as SVP & head of JioGames

    Mumbai: Reliance Jio has appointed Nodwin Gaming’s ex-CEO Sidharth Kedia, as senior vice president and head of JioGames. This strategic move is intended to expand JioGames’ business operations. Kedia, who started his new role in June, expressed his excitement about rejoining Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) after nearly ten years.

    “A decade later, I feel pretty stoked to be called back in the RIL family and be entrusted with the opportunity to scale JioGames and build a gaming behemoth that India awaits,” Kedia stated.

    Kedia has a diverse professional background. He previously held various positions within the Reliance Group, including executive roles at Viacom18 and Network18. At Viacom18, he served as executive vice president and head of strategy, M&A, data science, and eSports for almost three years. At Network18, he was CEO-digital (non-news) and managed corporate strategy for almost two years.

    Kedia is optimistic about the growth potential of JioGames, especially within the expanding digital landscape of India. He envisions transforming JioGames into a major player in the gaming industry by capitalizing on the strong digital infrastructure that Jio has built.