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  • Mahindra group hires Devendra Sharnagat as SVP- AI division

    Mahindra group hires Devendra Sharnagat as SVP- AI division

    MUMBAI: AI– especially it’s use to improve productivity and work flows –  is the juice that’s keeping organisations moving forward and invest in it greatly. The Mahindra group is not far behind. It recently appointed Devendra Sharnagat as the senior vice-president of the AI division. In this new role, he will oversee the centralised data and AI expertise pool, driving the group’s AI initiatives across various companies.

    Hitherto, he was the chief data & analytics officer at Mahindra Finance where  he was leading data and analytics function for the financial services sector and driving business effeciency and productivity through data and digital.

    He has spent a large part of his career at HDFC Bank (eight years) where he rose from being manager campaign management in the credit card division to deputy vice-president analytical marketing when he decided to quit and join Kotak Mahindra Bank. A 11-year stint there saw him rise from vice-president, head – BIU & customer value management to senior executive vice-presdent – head of data and analytics. He then made a lateral move in the Mahindra  group to Mahindra Finance.

    Sharnagat is well  wired for the job.  Apart from  his work experience, he holds a master’s degree in technology from Bits Pilani and a master of management studies from Sydenham Institute of Management Studies. 

  • MG Motor India and Red Comet Films come together to celebrate #GharKiLaxmi

    MG Motor India and Red Comet Films come together to celebrate #GharKiLaxmi

    Mumbai: Red Comet Films (RCF), a renowned ad film and digital content production house, recently launched two powerful films during the festive period in collaboration with MG Motor India celebrating #GharKiLaxmi. The films, rooted in the essence of familial relationships, aim to redefine the traditional narrative around festivals, emphasizing the significance of empowerment, acceptance, and enduring love within Indian households.

    Inspired by a real-life story, #GharKiLaxmi captures emotions of parents who celebrate the homecoming of their daughter after a divorce, the way they celebrated her bridal farewell. The campaign aims to break shackles associated with societal stigmas and paradoxes where women are looked down upon by society once they decide to step out of an abusive marriage.

    The second movie depicts girls from various homes being raised in a conventional way, with rules about what toys to play with, how they should behave, and what activities are exclusive to men. It then goes on to show how there is a Laxmi in every home and that achieving dreams and following passion is not gender specific but more about the will to do things.

    Talking about the company’s commitment to showcasing powerful stories in a simple yet effective way through video, Ankit Ahuja, Founder, Red Comet Films, said, “At Red Comet Films, we believe in narratives that inspire change and celebrate the strength within our families. The #GharKiLaxmi campaign is a testament to our dedication to fostering empowering stories that resonate with audiences on a deeper level. MG Motor India collaborated with us to challenge societal norms and promote diversity while also laying emphasis on the integrity, dedication, and energy of women. Together, we aim to create a narrative that not only captivates but also catalyses positive change in society.”

    Commenting on the launch of this social media campaign, MG Motor India marketing head  Udit Malhotra said, “Diwali is associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and in India, women are revered like Lakshmi. Through this soul-stirring narrative, MG aims to challenge societal taboos, encourage empowerment, and promote Stree Shakti which also resonates with our philosophy to unravel the hidden potential of women and enable them to take up challenging roles at every step of their journey.”

    In a short span of time, Red Comet Films, an IJCP Group company has become a leading production house, celebrated for creativity, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to exceptional results. Some notable names that the production house has worked with since inception include Morris Garages, Cognizant, JCB, Microsoft, Lufthansa, BITS Pilani, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Nestle, Dettol, Flipkart, and Uber, among many others. With a seasoned team of professionals in advertising and digital media, the production house specializes in crafting visually stunning ad films and digital content ranging from fashion, fiction, consumer goods to technology, automotive and more.

    #GharKiLaxmi | Happy Diwali | MG Motor

    Celebrating the Laxmis of our nation | #GharKiLaxmi

  • Shop CJ appoints Dhruva Chandrie as chief sales officer

    Shop CJ appoints Dhruva Chandrie as chief sales officer

    MUMBAI: Home shopping venture Shop CJ Network announces the appointment of Dhruva Chandrie as its chief sales officer. This appointment is key to further enhance the company’s procurement and operations. Chandrie, previously held the position of chief operating officer (COO) for HomeShop18 and has taken charge of his duties. He brings more than 22 years of experience to the role. He will be based out of the Mumbai office.

     

    Chandrie said, “With more players entering the television-commerce market, there is increase in the level of competition. It will be exciting times ahead.”

     

    TV home-shopping is yet to be explored and optimized to its full potential in India. Considering an expected growth rate of 40 per cent and more companies entering the market, the industry is estimated to reach Rs 50,000 crore in the next five years.

     

    Shop CJ CEO Kenny Shin commented, “Dhruva brings a diverse set of leadership skills, extensive operations expertise and a successful track record that we will leverage across the company. His experience and expertise will not only strengthen our organization but will help us grow the company into the number one Home-shopping player in India.”