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Times of India wins the ‘Green Brand of the Year’ at IAA’s Olive Crown Awards 2024

Mumbai: The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) hosted the 14th edition of its annual property, the Olive Crown Awards 2024, on 5 April at the ITC Grand Central, Parel, Mumbai. The awards acknowledged the remarkable work of those individuals and corporations who drove the message of sustainability or ‘green advertising’.

The event was attended by senior marketing, media, and advertising professionals from across the country. The event was supported by The Hindu Group & ZEE News; Blue Star Ltd was the cooling partner; Radio City was the radio partner; while Vijay Sales, Rajasthan Patrika, ASUS and News18 were the associate partners for the event. Laqshya Media Group was the outdoor partner & Awardor the strategic partner.

An eminent jury comprising renowned professionals such as Anupama Ramaswamy (Chief Creative Officer, Havas Worldwide India), K.V. Sridhar (Global Chief Creative Officer Nihilent Limited & Hypercollective), Prateek Bharadwaj (Chief Creative Officer, Lowe Lintas India), Tista Sen (Creative Brand Consultant), Carlton D’Silva (Co-Founder, Musemakers & House of Awe) & Mukund Olety (Chief Creative Office, VML) shortlisted the winners through a rigorous process.

Jury members being felicitated at the event (L-R) Tista Sen, Avinash Pandey (President IAA India Chapter), Mukund Olety, Janak Sarda (Chairperson, IAA Olive Crown Awards), K V Sridhar

Avinash Pandey, President IAA India Chapter said “I believe these awards are not just unique but also very special. Unique because they are a symbol of intra-industry collaboration. Even though this is an IAA India Chapter property, it was launched 14 years ago at the GoaFest which is jointly run by the Advertising Club and the Advertising Agencies Association of India. Even now, it is associated with the Asian Federation of Advertising Associations, thereby being the only property with a real reach in both the Eastern and the Western parts of the world.

Special, because these awards symbolize the commitment of the Marcom industry to be not just guardians of their respective brands, but also guardians of Brand Earth..”

Avinash Pandey, President, IAA India Chapter

Adds Janak Sarda, Chairperson, IAA Olive Crown Awards “Any awards are only as good as the jury that judges them. So let me begin by thanking our jury members who were a real asset to us.

Our event could never have been held without the help of our supporters. Some have supported us for the second and third time. This marks them as loyal supporters of the environment.

And then I would like to thank those who have sent in their entries from all over the world. Their active participation shows that the marcom industry is indeed populated with people who believe that what’s good is also good for business. Finally, I would like to thank each one who is here today. All true friends of the environment. Planet Earth needs you.”

Janak Sarda, Chairperson IAA Olive Crown Committee 2024

VML bags 9 awards across categories including the ‘Green Agency Of The Year’ & Green Campaign of the Year’- for ‘#UnplasticIndia’

Teams from VML receiving the ‘Green Agency Of The Year’ trophy

The Times of India wins the ‘Green Brand of the Year’- Gold

Team from The Times of India along with presenters

‘Corporate Crusader Of The Year’ – Gold bagged jointly by Mathrubhumi Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd for the work ‘Mathrubhumi SEED’ & The Times of India for their work ‘#UnplasticIndia & Saving Our Stripes’

Mayura Shreyams Kumar, Director-Digital Business, Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Company Ltd receiving the trophy

The awards were presented across 17 different categories, including the coveted title ‘Green Crusader of the Year’ award, which was presented to Padma Shri Jadav Payeng for his life’s mission to put the green agenda on not just top of their list but to make sure that the people around them have stood up and taken notice. He has a forest spread over 550 hectares after him – the Molai Forest in Jorhat, Assam. Popularly known as the Forest Man of India, Jadav “Molai” Payeng is an environmental activist and forestry worker from Majuli. Over the course of several decades, he has planted and tended trees on a sandbar of the river Brahmaputra turning it into a forest reserve.

(L-R): Avinash Pandey (President IAA India Chapter), Bittu Sahgal (environmental activist, writer, and Founder, Sanctuary Nature Foundation), Jadav Payeng, Srinivasan K Swamy (Chairman – AFAA) & Janak Sarda (Chairman – IAA Olive Crown Awards 2024)

Malhar Kalambe gets the ‘Young Green Crusader of the Year’. He has been conducting beach clean-ups in Mumbai for the past five years at Dadar Beach, Mithi River & Airoli Mangroves, Elephanta Caves & Carter Road at Bandra. He uses social media to draw attention towards his cause, create awareness about environment conservation and plastic pollution, and gather a community of volunteers to help him with on-ground clean-up activities every weekend. He is an environmentalist, founder of BeachPlease and has won accolades from the Government of India as well as is the recipient of U.N. “I am the change I want to see in the world.’

Malhar with presenters

Earth Brigade Foundation get Gold in the category ‘Green NGO of the Year’.

Team from Earth Brigade Foundation receiving the trophy

Ramesh Narayan honoured with the ‘Most Sustainable Marcom Personality Award’ by EARTHDAY.ORG

Karuna Singh of EARTHDAY.ORG honors Ramesh Narayan

The ‘International Green Campaign of the Year’ Gold was won by Grameenphone ltd & Grey Advertising from Bangladesh for their truly outstanding campaign – Green Solar Network.

A ‘Committee Special Mention Award’ was conferred upon an initiative that brought together singers, artistes, green custodians and actors to act on the menace of Plastic waste. Asif Bhamla (Bhamla Foundation), Neeraj Roy (MD, Hungama), Ricky Kej, Shankar Mahadevan and Armaan Malik are a few of those who contributed to the cause.

April 8, 2024
45 IAA World Congress set to make waves in Penang, Malaysia from 6 to 8 March, 2024

Mumbai: The International Advertising Association (IAA) is to unveil the forthcoming 45 IAA World Congress poised to captivate Penang, Malaysia, from 6 to 8 March, 2024. Against the dynamic canvas of a rapidly evolving global landscape, this landmark event pledges to unite influential leaders and trailblazers from the advertising and marketing realm for an immersive three-day experience brimming with insightful discussions, innovation showcases, and unprecedented networking opportunities.

At the core of the 45th IAA World Congress lies the compelling theme ‘Brand: Re-Code, an imperative call for businesses to adapt, infusing creativity, compassion, and technology into their strategies to redefine brand narratives. In an era characterised by transformative shifts – social, economic, and technological, organisations must recalibrate their approaches. The vulnerabilities exposed by recent crises underscore the need for a re-evaluation of traditional brand models and the adoption of agile operating frameworks.

The 45 IAA World Congress aims to probe into cutting-edge trends shaping the advertising landscape. Through engaging dialogues, insightful knowledge exchanges, and the sharing of best practices and case studies, attendees will gain illuminating insights into frameworks that empower brands not only to thrive but also to positively impact the evolving global scenario.

Building on the resounding success of the 2019 IAA global Congress in Kochi, India which witnessed a remarkable gathering of industry experts, the 45th IAA World Congress in Penang is poised to establish new benchmarks. Penang, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and exceptional connectivity, provides an ideal backdrop for nurturing meaningful collaborations and connections among industry professionals.

Expressing his excitement, 45th IAA World Congress President, Chairman IAA Malaysia Penang John Chacko said, ‘The convergence of social, economic and climate issues, along with rapid technological advancements has created a new reality for businesses to navigate. Equally, social issues such as inequality, diversity and inclusion have gained significant attention with customers and the workforce demanding more ethical practices all around. All these issues would be discussed and debated by senior global experts in Penang. And Penang itself is a wonderful confluence of diversity, heritage, and culture.”

Eros Media World PLC and IAA global vice president & area director, APAC Region, Group CEO Pradeep Dwivedi added, “The Indian media, advertising and marketing talents are making big waves globally in creative excellence, impact and effectiveness. The IAA World Congress 2024 in Penang, Malaysia offers Indian delegates with the perfect blend of learning and sharing the same with the worldwide community of professionals. I am confident of its wide appeal and benchmark level of participation from India, coming on the back of the phenomenally successful IAA World Congress previously held in Kochi, India. I am especially delighted to share that my good friend and an esteemed industry colleague Avinash Pandey, CEO, ABP Network has been chosen as the leader of the Indian Delegation to IAA World Congress at Penang and looking forward to it. With Indians not needing visas to come to Malaysia the path has been made even easier for a good participation from India.”

Further, President IAA India chapter and CEO ABP Network Avinash Pandey said, “The 45th IAA World Congress marks a pivotal gathering, echoing the success of our 2019 Congress. It serves as a hub for innovative ideas and transformative discussions, shaping the future of our industry. We eagerly anticipate a robust Indian delegation, expecting invaluable insights and collaborations.”

The 45 IAA World Congress will feature an exceptional line-up of some influential figures as speakers from the creative and marketing domain. Some of them will include Maher Nasser (UN director of Outreach Communications), YAB Chow Kon Yeow (chief minister of Penang), Dr. Alex Connock (senior fellow, Oxford University), Tan Sri Tony Fernandes (founder CEO of Air Asia, Capital A), Caroline Yap (MD, Global Google AI Business), Dato’ Loo Lee Lian, CEO of Invest Penang, Dato’ Seri Paduka Maimunah, executive director of UN-Habitat, and Ashwin Gunasekaran, CEO of Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), amongst others.

With its focus on fostering innovation, collaboration, and redefining brand strategies, the 45 IAA World Congress invites global leaders, industry experts, and visionaries to be part of this transformative journey.

More about the event – https://www.iaawc.com/

December 20, 2023
Industry celebrates Punit Goenka’s achievements over the years

Mumbai: Punit Goenka has held the position of MD & CEO at ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. since 2010 and has achieved numerous notable successes during his tenure. His extensive experience, deep industry knowledge, and exceptional leadership skills have set him apart as a prominent figure in the media and entertainment sector. He is widely recognized for his pivotal role in establishing ZEE as a global entertainment brand, reaching audiences not only in India but also in 190 countries worldwide. With the support and confidence of India Inc., shareholders, employees, advertisers, and content creators, Goenka, at the age of just 48, possesses the necessary business acumen to guide the envisioned merger of ZEE and Sony towards a promising future.

Goenka, boasts more than two decades of experience in the media and entertainment industry, stands as one of the most accomplished business leaders in the sector, characterized by his acute business acumen. Over a span of three decades, he has steered ZEE successfully, identifying trends and transforming it into a media and entertainment powerhouse.

Distinguished as one of the youngest and most prolific leaders, he has an impressive list of achievements to his credit. His profound understanding of audience preferences has been instrumental in driving ZEE’s expansion into regional markets, revitalizing the studio business, launching India’s second-largest music label, and more.

His active involvement in shaping the future of the entertainment landscape spans diverse capacities. Currently, he serves as a board director for the Indian Broadcasting & Digital Foundation (IBDF). In the past, he held the position of Chairman of the TV measurement body BARC India, playing a crucial role in its founding team. He has also served as Chairman of IBDF, leading important discussions with policymakers. Additionally, as the President of the International Advertising Association’s (IAA) India Chapter, he addressed crucial industry-level interests and introduced several intellectual properties tailored to the advertising and marketing community. In many of these roles, he was re-elected for a second term by unanimous member consensus.

Goenka’s success in elevating ZEE’s performance over the years stems from his ability to identify opportune moments for scaling and constructing a diversified portfolio. His forward-looking vision has propelled the company to global recognition, with ZEE establishing an international presence in over 190 countries and reaching more than 1.3 billion viewers. In his capacity as the leader of India’s largest publicly-listed Media and Entertainment Company, Goenka demonstrates a profound understanding of the overall legal and regulatory environment. He remains unwavering in his commitment to creating value for all the company’s shareholders.

Leading an impressive portfolio that encompasses 50 domestic channels, 36 international channels, an OTT platform, a movie studio, and a music label, his experience in consistently managing profitability and surpassing industry margins quarter after quarter positions him well to replicate the success of ZEE within the anticipated merged entity, which is poised to become a formidable force in the Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector.

Goenka’s unwavering and optimistic approach equips him to navigate challenging circumstances, as exemplified when TRAI introduced the New Tariff Order, creating uncertainty for businesses. In response, he actively engaged with partners and key stakeholders to facilitate solutions that fostered the growth of the pay-tv ecosystem. His profound understanding of both technology and content, two crucial elements in today’s evolving entertainment landscape, underscores his competence. Notably, Goenka enjoys robust support from ZEE’s shareholders and investors, and he has cultivated substantial industry relationships. His ability to prioritize the interests of all stakeholders in his decision-making process is a hallmark of his leadership.

Hailing from an entrepreneurial background, he has instilled strong values and an entrepreneurial spirit within ZEE, fostering an environment where talent can flourish under his guidance. ZEE is recognized today as an Academy of Talent, nurturing numerous industry luminaries to their pinnacle of success.

Continuing to attract top-tier talent to the company, not only from the M&E industry but also from sectors such as FMCG and Banking, is a testament to Goenka’s ability. In an M&E industry facing a shortage of high-quality talent, particularly for an organization of ZEE’s scale, his talent acquisition strategy is pivotal for ensuring stability and growth. He has demonstrated his readiness to make tough decisions when they are necessary for the company’s profitability and the collective interests of all stakeholders. This includes the strategic exit from sports broadcasting when it wasn’t financially prudent, followed by a robust re-entry into the sports business, capitalizing on improved monetization opportunities in the segment.

@punitgoenka – having been one of the torch bearers of Media & Entertainment in India – more power to you to lead innovation and disruption in the next decade

— Ronnie Screwvala (@RonnieScrewvala) October 30, 2023

This order is paving way for consolidated Zee-Sony to take birth and emerge as a force under the leadership of Punit Goenka.

It has been 2+ years since merger was announced.

Time for shareholders to reap benefits soon of a listed media MNC in India.https://t.co/MxDQN6JKFE

— Shriram Subramanian (@reachShriram) October 30, 2023

October 30, 2023
Multiple stakeholders come together to form ASCI Academy

Mumbai: The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) proudly unveils the ASCI Academy, a pioneering initiative poised to amplify the advertising industry’s capacity to create more responsible and progressive advertising campaigns. Building upon ASCI’s established corrective role which comes alive post ad publication, this pioneering platform embeds self-regulation right at the point of the inception of advertisements.

In today’s digital landscape, characterised by brief campaign durations and a surge in number of advertisers, the ASCI Academy is positioned to empower current and future industry professionals including influencers and students with a foundational understanding of advertising regulations, ensuring ethical practices from the outset.

The ASCI Academy’s core mission is to cultivate a cohort of advertising professionals dedicated to upholding responsibility in advertising, ultimately upholding consumer trust in brands.

The academy strategically consolidates ASCI’s extensive thought leadership and educational programs under one comprehensive umbrella. The academy’s spectrum of programs caters to diverse needs, spanning online, in-person, and hybrid formats. From e-learning modules to topical webinars, from deep-diving masterclasses on regulatory nuances to enhancing teaching skills through faculty development programs, the academy covers it all. Additionally, influencer certification programs ensure responsible endorsement practices, while consumer education initiatives foster informed choices. Through sustained training and research efforts, the ASCI Academy remains steadfast in its commitment to engage stakeholders in the preventive aspects of self-regulation. The ASCI Academy brings together stakeholders united by a shared belief in responsible advertising

practices. The Academy has over 50 founding partners and supporters including Cipla Health Ltd, Coca-Cola India Pvt Ltd, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd, Diageo India, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, Mondelez India Foods Pvt Ltd, Nestlé India Ltd, PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt Ltd., Procter & Gamble Home Products Pvt Ltd, several leading universities and colleges, prominent Civil society organisations such as Mumbai Grahak Panchayat, Consumer Voice, CUTS, CMS and others, and, industry bodies like the ISA, AAAI, IAA and ISWAI, as well as research insight organisations.

Department of consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh said, “I congratulate ASCI on the launch of the ASCI Academy. In the digital age, preventive actions need strong impetus and encouragement, and the training of industry professionals – current and future is an important systemic intervention. The Department of Consumer Affairs is supportive of such efforts by the advertising self-regulator to foster a culture of responsibility in the advertising industry. We hope that the advertising industry engages deeply with the Academy programs to make their teams better trained and educated on the aspects of advertising regulations.”

Ministry of information and broadcasting, joint secretary, Vikram Sahay, who is part of the ASCI Academy’s Apex Council said, “Many congratulations to ASCI on the launch of the ASCI Academy. The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has always supported self-regulatory mechanisms in the media and entertainment industry. We hope that the resources and support by the Academy would be extremely useful for the online advertisers and platforms.”

Addressing the opening of the academy, ASCI chairman NS Rajan said: “While ASCI has always had a strong corrective mechanism, we also wanted to harmonise the dynamic interplay between creativity and responsibility and address the broader consequences of advertising on society at large. The ASCI Academy is a big step in this direction which will facilitate a preventive footprint and shape an advertising ecosystem to help the industry to get it right.”

ASCI CEO and secretary general Manisha Kapoor added, “With short campaign durations, it is important that attention is directed at the point of creation of ads, not just after they are published. When the only ads to hit the market are responsible and compliant, it is a win-win for both consumers and industry. Over the next three years, ASCI Academy aims to train 100,000 current and emerging professionals through self-learning and on-campus workshops and sessions, besides programs for research and consumer education. This is a new chapter in self-regulation in India, and we are grateful to all our founding partners for supporting this vision. We hope to add several more believers in this agenda- this is just the beginning”.

August 28, 2023
IAA organises IndIAA Awards to salute the idea ‘India’

Mumbai: The International Advertising Association (IAA), an integrated advertising trade association, is organising the IAA IndIAA awards to salute the idea that is India.

The IAA IndIAA Awards will be presented on 23 August at the Ballroom, Taj Landsend, Bandra (W) at 6:30 p.m. onwards.

IAA India chapter president Megha Tata said, “As the country celebrates 75 years of its independence, we will be structuring our awards event around the meaningful role communication has played in fostering the idea that is India. I am very happy that in its 7th year, the IndIAA Awards has carved out a special prestigious niche in the minds of the communication industry.”

IndIAA Awards committee chairperson Abhishek Karnani added, “These are unique awards that salute real, hard-working advertising. The shortlist is compiled by a set of senior journalists, and these are judged by an eminent jury comprised of advertisers who own and invest in brands. The awards are presented to the co-creators of the winning work.”

Nestle India chairman & managing director Suresh Narayanan chairs the jury this year, and participants include Accenture managing director Charulata Ravikumar, Unacademy partner & chief marketing officer Karan Shroff, Sugar Cosmetics CEO & co-founder Vineeta Singh, and Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India COO Vivek Khanna.

August 18, 2022
IAA India chapter summit: Focus is on ‘Voice of Change!: Gender Portrayal from 30 seconds to 3 hours’

Mumbai: Aiming to bring a change in the industry, the International Advertising Association India Chapter held a change summit titled ‘Voice of Change: Gender Portrayal from 30 seconds to 3 hours.’

The summit incorporated the much-needed conversation on gender parity, as seen in the media, and was brought forth in a day of discussions, debates, and research findings.

IAA started the journey last year with a research study in partnership with UNICEF, conducted by the Geena Davis Institute, on gender representation in advertising.

Taking their cue from the facts presented in the study, the industry body decided to initiate tangible change through the dialogue required to bring about gender sensitivity amongst the people at the helm of content creation and marketing in India.

The summit was felicitated by the presence of various industry experts who presented their thoughts on the subject.

IAA Women Empowerment Committee chairperson and Viacom18 head – Hindi mass entertainment and kids TV network Nina Elavia Jaipuria said, “‘Voice of Change’ harkens the need for a more sensitised and inclusive narrative in content and all the creative minds present here-content creators, brand custodians, and students-are the powerhouses behind creating and marketing that content now and in the years to come. The IAA has stepped up and brought all this learning and more out into the public eye and today, through this summit, takes on the critical role of not only educating and informing but also empowering effective change.”

Taking the event ahead, chief guest MP for North Central Mumbai, Poonam Mahajan told the full house her story and her journey, where at every step she, very organically, broke stereotypes and stands where she is today. From being a pilot to being a member of parliament, she has taken on challenges head on and proven her mettle.

The first segment of the day culminated in felicitating Gender Warriors—an advertising legend popularly known as Shambhu V Sista, a luminary from the world of filmmaking, Guneet Monga, and decorated veteran of the advertising industry, Ramesh Narayan.

The day powered on to a session by Advertising Standard Council of India (ASCI) CEO and secretary general Manisha Kapoor, who dove into the GenderNext report titled ‘Follow Her Lead – GenderNext: A Study on Portrayal of Women in Advertising with Knowledge Partners ASCI.’

Following that was an interesting talk by Futurebrands Consulting MD Santosh Desai, who spoke about the cultural perspective of gender portrayal.

Furthermore, the day also included panel discussions and sessions on critical topics related to gender equality in the industry.

As the day of learning, thought-provoking perspectives, and notable conversations came to an end, the takeaways were an understanding of where the industry stands, where the bottlenecks are, and what needs to be done to achieve a truly fair and equal representation of gender in media, whether it be in a 30 second TVC or a 3 hour film or anything in between.

Watch full summit here

July 30, 2022
IAA to host summit on ‘Gender Sensitisation In Media: Voice Of Change’

Mumbai: International Advertising Association (IAA), India chapter is hosting a summit on Gender Sensitisation In Media on the 29 July at ITC Maratha, Andheri, Mumbai.

The theme is Gender Portrayal across the creative spectrum from a 30 seconds TVC to a three Hour film. Prominent voices of the industry will be speaking on why it is of paramount importance to ‘break the bias’ that surrounds the industry when it comes to gender depiction.

The summit shall witness prominent industry bodies and partners such as like ASCI, UNICEF, Tata Institute Of Social Sciences, Unstereotype Alliance and Akshara Centre along with Chief Guest Poonam Mahajan and prominent voices like Vidya Balan, Deepika Warrier, Monika Shergill, Anupama Chopra, Santosh Desai, Nandita Das, Ranveer Brar, Tista Sen, Anuradha Sengupta and many more.

The Voice Of Change was started as a behaviour change communication initiative which was aimed at addressing the skewed portrayal of gender in the field of advertising and communication with the launch of the ‘Geena Davis’ study with Unicef, in September 2021, the IAA – India took the first step towards effective change. The facts presented in the study, based on the evaluation of more than thousand plus ads, showed a disturbing trend of widespread gender stereotyping and prejudice. Sore truths were discovered about how women and other genders are seen, their abject objectification and pigeon holing.

On the backdrop of such ground-breaking research being done, the IAA has stepped up to bring all this knowledge and more out in the public eye under an umbrella banner through this summit. The aim is to ensure that the discourse reaches the right people and sensitises all creative minds and industry forces to drive palpable change.

IAA aims to sanction change through influential and evocative dialogue to enable effective change.

Speaking about the summit, IAA India president Megha Tata said, “IAA has always brought forward initiatives that are meaningful and gender sensitive, on and off screen and has also been the one who has always taken the lead on this issue in the industry. We felt that it is time for all of us to come together and be the voice of change. We want to address the dialogue of gender discrimination across the media spectrum and hope we will collectively bring much needed change in the system.”

“Over the last decade, women have broken stereotypes in this industry both behind the scenes and on the screen. It’s time we tell more of those stories and break biases. Through this change summit, the IAA brings prominent industry voices to communicate, converge and be the Voices Of Change that we need to empower the narrative,” said IAA Women Empowerment Committee chairperson and Viacom 18 Hindi and Kids TV Network head Nina Elavia Jaipuria.

July 27, 2022
ABP’s CEO Avinash Pandey wins ‘Media Person of the Year’: IAA Leadership Awards

Mumbai: ABP Network CEO Avinash Pandey has been honoured with the ‘Media Person of the Year Award’ by the IAA Leadership Awards in Mumbai for his outstanding leadership and commitment to excellence in marketing, advertising and media.

Pandey is a strong advocate for responsible journalism and has been instrumental in setting high standards for the news industry in India.

Commenting on this recognition, Pandey said, “Running a media business is no less complex and challenging than any other large business. We are lucky to see tectonic shifts in technology and media consumption habits. With the change in the way media is consumed, we are on our toes all the time, not to race for the ratings but to serve our audiences in a way that makes this country much better than what we inherited. It is a great honour for me to be recognised as the Media Person of the Year by the IAA. This award is a recognition for the ABP Network team that I am proud of.”

He is presently serving as the vice president of the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA). He has also been a member of several committees, including the media & entertainment committee of FICCI, and handles the chairmanship of the national council on entertainment and media-Assocham.

Having served the ABP Group since 2005 in various roles, Pandey donned the mantle of CEO of ABP Network in January 2019. He steered the transformation of the channel from Star News to ABP News in 2012, along with the rebranding and repositioning in 2020. Additionally, he has led the charge in advancing the Indian regional languages, particularly on digital platforms.

With over 26 years of experience in the media industry, he is a true specialist who has made immense contributions in people’s perception of news as his body of work was synonymous to ethical journalism. His path breaking innovations in the media broadcasting domain has provided top notch content that received overwhelming response from the audiences and industry experts alike.

July 27, 2022
Zee’s MD & CEO Punit Goenka is the ‘Game-Changer of the Year’: IAA Leadership Awards

Mumbai: ZEE Entertainment Enterprises (ZEEL) managing director and chief executive officer Punit Goenka was conferred with the coveted ‘Game-Changer of the Year Award’ at the International Advertising Association’s (IAA) Leadership Awards held in Mumbai.

Goenka was awarded for his invaluable contribution towards the growth of the media and entertainment industry. He has also been credited for scripting the success story of ZEE in a year that tested the resilience and agility of businesses across industry.

Crediting this recognition to all the teams at ZEE, Goenka said, “This is not only a source of encouragement, but also proof that we have been taking the right steps and moving forward. This win belongs to every member of the ZEE family who has consistently strived to achieve success and generate higher value for all our stakeholders.”

As the MD & CEO of ZEE, he has been extremely successful in enhancing the company’s performance and driving the business towards its set goals by not just creating quality entertainment content, but also by bringing about a positive change across society. His futuristic vision and sharp acumen in the media domain have enabled ZEE to become the frontrunner in the entertainment sector, leading the company to achieve a global stature today.

Under his notable leadership, ZEE has successfully expanded into international markets, with a presence across 190 countries and a reach of over 1.3 billion viewers today across consumption platforms.

July 26, 2022
IAA leadership awards to be presented on 25 July

Mumbai: The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) will present its prestigious leadership awards on 25 July in Mumbai. These awards are presented to the leaders of the marketing fraternity who have excelled in their respective fields.

Committee chair Nandini Dias said, “We are privileged to have a prestigious all-CEO jury panel headed by the indomitable RPG Enterprises chairman Harsh Goenka, along with other eminent jury members: INSPACe chairman and Mahindra & Mahindra ex-MD & CEO Pawan Goenka; ITC divisional chief executive – foods Hemant Malik; Titan Company chief executive officer-watches and wearables division Suparna Mitra; PhillipCapital India managing director & CEO Vineet Bhatnagar; Cuemath chief executive officer Vivek Sunder; and Transsion India CEO Arijeet Talapatra.”

“Over the years, we have come to evolve a streamlined and structured process that takes into account rigorous data points to arrive at the shortlist for each predetermined category. This enables the jury to conduct exhaustive and well-founded deliberations before they arrive at the final winners,” he added.

IAA president Megha Tata shared, “The Leadership awards are known for the superlative audience they attract. Apart from the marketers, there are also special awards for categories like Business Leader of the Year, IAA Creative Agency Leader of the Year, IAA Media Agency Leader of the Year, IAA Media Game Changer of the Year, IAA Media Person of the Year and IAA TV Anchor of the Year.”

“One distinguished advertising professional will be inducted into the IAA Hall of Fame that evening. Past recipients of the Business Leader of the Year award who have accepted the award in person include Mukesh Ambani, Kumar Birla, Ajay Piramal, and Nitin Paranjpe, to name a few, she added. One can expect the tallest business leader in the country to personally accept this award on July 25 and address the select audience. This year, a couple of special awards sponsored by IAA Global will also be presented at the event.”

July 22, 2022