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  • IndIAA Awards 2025 spark a decade of creative brilliance

    IndIAA Awards 2025 spark a decade of creative brilliance

    MUMBAI: When creativity takes centre stage, India applauds, and the 10th edition of the IndIAA  Awards 2025 did just that. Presented by the India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA), the gala honoured the country’s most innovative brands and agencies, celebrating a decade of excellence in storytelling, strategy, and societal impact.

    From bold campaigns to culturally resonant ideas, the evening spotlighted winners across 16 categories. Nestle India took the crown in food & beverage, while Gabit led the consumer electronics category. Creative agencies Ogilvy and Moonshot dominated, each securing four awards, proving that strategy and imagination make the perfect duo.

    Hero Motocorp, Swiggy, Asian Paints, Campus Activewear, Meta, and Urban Company were among the evening’s standout winners, demonstrating how brands continue to blend culture, emotion, and business impact through creativity. Shilpa Shetty was honoured as the “Most disruptive brand in the entertainment Industry,” adding star power to a night of recognition.

    This year also saw the celebration of the All-India winners of the AFAA’s Changemakers for Good Awards, recognising campaigns that drive real societal change rather than just sales. Highlights included R K Swamy’s Happy Breastfeeding Week – Himalaya Babycare for advertising and innovation, and Associated Advertising’s T-Safe awareness campaign for government initiatives.

    Meta India MD & country head and jury chairperson Arun Srinivas praised the calibre of entries, saying, “It truly is a testament to the creative excellence that our country is known for. This year, we also assessed digital storytelling, reflecting the changing landscape of how brands connect with audiences.”

    IAA India chapter president Abhishek Karnani added “The IndIAA Awards stand for creativity backed by insight and purpose. Tonight, we honour work that drives business and uses communication as a force for good.”

    The awards reaffirmed India’s status as a hub of ingenuity, collaboration, and impactful storytelling. From homegrown icons to new-age disruptors, the 2025 edition of IndIAA proved that great ideas don’t just win awards, they change the game.

  • WPP Media places Mindshare veteran to steer Fulcrum’s south Asian operations

    WPP Media places Mindshare veteran to steer Fulcrum’s south Asian operations

    MUMBAI: WPP Media has nabbed Vinish Mathews, former chief strategy officer at Mindshare India, to head its team Fulcrum operations across south Asia. The appointment marks a homecoming of sorts for Mathews, who previously orchestrated strategic planning for Hindustan Unilever’s sprawling personal care empire during his decade-long stint at Mindshare.

    Mathews arrives with 22 years of battle-tested experience spanning India, China and Southeast Asia. His CV reads like a tour through advertising’s most cutthroat markets—from steering Nestlé and PepsiCo campaigns in China’s digital-first landscape to managing Unilever’s 30-brand portfolio including Dove, Lux and Fair & Lovely in India.

    The 45-year-old executive cut his teeth at The New Indian Express before climbing the ranks at The Media Edge and Mindshare. His most recent role saw him as managing director of Mindshare China, where he juggled marquee accounts including Royal Caribbean and Tourism New Zealand whilst leading Alibaba’s outbound business across Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America.

    At Essence, Mathews served as vice-president and client partner for Google across India and Southeast Asia, cementing his reputation as a digital media heavyweight. His expertise spans the full spectrum from FMCG giants to fintech upstarts, with forays into automotive, tourism and consumer durables.

    WPP Media’s decision to bring Mathews aboard signals its intent to capitalise on south Asia’s booming advertising market. The region has become a crucial battleground for global agencies as brands chase the spending power of India’s burgeoning middle class and the digital transformation sweeping across emerging markets.

    Mathews will now task himself with driving growth and transformation for team Fulcrum’s client roster, leveraging his cross-cultural expertise and proven track record in building “immersive consumer connections.” For WPP, it represents a strategic coup in the ongoing war for talent between the world’s largest advertising groups.

  • TBWA India names Rohit Mukherjee executive creative director in Gurgaon

    TBWA India names Rohit Mukherjee executive creative director in Gurgaon

    MUMBAI: TBWA India has hired Rohit Mukherjee as executive creative director at its Gurgaon office, tasking him with sharpening the agency’s disruption philosophy and raising the creative bar for clients.

    Mukherjee, who brings close to 20 years in advertising, joins from Dentsu Creative Isobar where he rose to group executive creative director, leading integrated, digital-first campaigns for major Indian brands. He began his career with an internship at Rediffusion Y&R and went on to stints at Publicis, Mccann, DDB Mudra and Bates, shaping campaigns for Airtel, Nestlé, Colgate-Palmolive, Dabur, Diageo and Kia Motors. Among his best-known works is Colgate’s “Kya aapke toothpaste mein namak hai?” platform.

    TBWA India, chief creative experience officer, Russell Barrett called Mukherjee “an accomplished creative individual with a great pedigree of ideas and executions,” adding that he was “just the right kind of pirate to lead and inspire the office forward.”

    For his part, Mukherjee said he relished the agency’s disruption credo. “To create in any field, you need to disrupt. The very fact that for tbwa, disruption is its raison d’être is provocation enough for any creative,” he noted.

    Mukherjee’s work has earned recognition at Cannes Lions, Spikes, Kyoorius, Abbys, Effies, New York Festival, Adfest and the Clios. Off duty, he is a collector of stories, whether through photography, trivia or conversations with strangers.
     

  • Nestlé appoints Anisha Tandon as global content manager for Maggi

    Nestlé appoints Anisha Tandon as global content manager for Maggi

    AMSTERDAM: Nestlé has named Anisha Tandon global content manager for Maggi, giving the FMCG veteran the mandate to scale storytelling for one of the world’s most recognisable food brands. Based in Vevey, Switzerland, Tandon takes on the role as part of a mission assignment after leading digital transformation for Maggi across Asia, Oceania and Africa.

    Tandon, an MBA from Mica, cut her teeth at Hindustan Times and Naukri.com before moving through senior marketing roles at Flipkart and cult.fit. At Nestlé she has spent more than four years building the digital playbook for Maggi, consolidating content studios across 14 key markets, pushing martech integration, and experimenting with generative AI to sharpen consumer engagement.

    She has been credited with driving efficiency in content production, building ecommerce depth, and crafting digital-first campaigns that marry cultural nuance with operational scale.

    “My focus has always been consumer-first storytelling that delivers business results,” Tandon wrote in a LinkedIn post announcing her new role.

    With experience spanning e-commerce growth, brand campaigns, content ecosystems and performance marketing, Tandon’s appointment signals Nestlé’s intent to double down on platform-native, insight-driven content for Maggi’s global growth.

  • MRSI puts the power of ‘and’ at centre of 33rd annual seminar

    MRSI puts the power of ‘and’ at centre of 33rd annual seminar

    MUMBAI: The Market Research Society of India (MRSI) is set to bring fresh energy to Gurugram this month, with its 33rd annual market research seminar promising a heady mix of data, ideas and debate under the banner “The Power of And”.

    Dr Saurabh Garg, secretary at the ministry of statistics and programme implementation, will deliver the opening keynote on “Driving impact through data insights: harnessing public-private synergies for a Viksit Bharat at 2047”. His address will anchor two days of panels, papers and provocations at The Leela Ambience on 11–12 September.

    The line-up features Karthik Nagarajan of Hogarth, Aradhana Lal of Lemon Tree Hotels and Aditya Kasyap of Unilever, alongside sessions on navigating “many Indias” and a panel on the “joys and dilemmas of insight in the age of technology” with senior voices from HUL, Nestlé, Airtel, Kantar, Smytten and more.

    This year drew over 100 research paper submissions, with 22 shortlisted across four themes: bending and breaking methodologies, innovating at the edges, technology as an intersection, and the human mosaic of future leaders.

    “The seminar has long been the cornerstone of India’s research and insights industry,” said Rituparna Dasgupta, chairperson of the 33rd edition and EVP at Zee entertainment. “This year’s theme captures how our world is being shaped.”

    With Smytten Pulse AI as lead partner and heavyweights such as Kantar, Nestlé, ITC and Hindustan Unilever backing sessions, MRSI is positioning its flagship gathering as more than a talking shop.
     

  • Aman Kishore appointed head of marketing at Bits Pilani Digital

    Aman Kishore appointed head of marketing at Bits Pilani Digital

    MUMBAI: Bits Pilani Digital, the online education arm of India’s esteemed Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, has announced the appointment of Aman Kishore as its new head of marketing. Kishore, a seasoned professional with over 24 years of experience in integrated marketing and communication, steps into the role with immediate effect, having joined in April 2025.

    His extensive career spans a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Samsung Mobiles, BMW, Mini Honda, Lufthansa, Nestle, Vodafone, Dabur, Walmart, Singapore Red Cross, and Mundi Pharma. At Bits Pilani Digital, Kishore will leverage his expertise in integrated campaigns, digital strategy, media integration, and performance marketing to expand the institution’s legacy to a wider audience.

    Before this latest assignment, Kishore served as integrated campaign lead at Cheil India, where he spearheaded marketing efforts for Samsung Mobiles’ innovative A-series, M-series, and F-series, focusing on GenZ engagement through digital, influencer, and social content. He also led the Samsung CSR initiative, ‘Solve for Tomorrow.

    His prior experience includes a notable four-year tenure as deputy general manager at The Times Of India, where he managed business development, revenue growth, and P&L for a unit responsible for marquee events such as the Literature Festival and Global Music Festival – Life in Colour. He also held significant roles at Serviceplan India, overseeing integrated media for BMW, MINI, and Lufthansa, and at Ogilvy & Mather, where he led business and strategy for clients like Honda Jazz and Vodafone.

    Kishore’s appointment signals Bits Pilani Digital’s commitment to robust marketing and a content-driven approach as it expands its digital offerings in data science and artificial intelligence. He brings a proven track record of developing communication solutions that deliver business goals, fostering consumer insights, and mentoring teams, all while maintaining a keen focus on technology and digital innovation.

  • TCM Sports hits a six with Nobel Dhingra as new chief operating officer

    TCM Sports hits a six with Nobel Dhingra as new chief operating officer

    MUMBAI: It’s not just athletes making headlines this time, it’s the boardroom getting the spotlight. TCM Sports, one of India’s most seasoned sports marketing companies, has roped in Nobel Dhingra as its new chief operating officer, signalling a bold step toward global expansion and digital reinvention.

    With over 20 years of experience in steering powerhouse brands like Dabur Red, Pepsico’s 7Up and Quaker Oats, Nestlé, and Makemytrip, Nobel now brings his marketing mojo to the high-energy world of sports. A graduate of FMS Delhi and a former youth cricketer from Chandigarh, he’s no stranger to competition or teamwork qualities that TCM is banking on as it eyes a broader international playbook.

    “We are thrilled to welcome Nobel Dhingra to theTCM family,”said TCM Sports managing director Lokesh Sharma. “His proven track record at marketing iconic brands, scaling digital businesses, and entrepreneurial acumen will be instrumental as we chart our next phase of growth and expand TCM’s global footprint. His values and passion for sports mirror the very ethos of TCM.”

    From the pitch to the corporate suite, Nobel’s journey has blended strategy and sport. Most recently, he co-founded Vansaar, a fast-growing health and personal care startup, where he helped build the brand from scratch. Prior to that, his transition from traditional brand marketing to driving digital strategy at Makemytrip marked a shift in approach one that TCM now hopes to leverage as the company deepens its presence in the Indian subcontinent, Middle East, and international sports circuits.

    With three decades of legacy and a renewed leadership bench, TCM Sports is gearing up for its next innings and with Dhingra at the helm, it looks like they’re aiming for a global sixer.

  • Vdo.ai round table helps make sense of the Gen Z ad code

    Vdo.ai round table helps make sense of the Gen Z ad code

    MUMBAI;  In a world where Gen Z tunes out the moment an ad feels off, Vdo.ai is on a mission to turn advertising from an interruption into an interaction. The video ad tech powerhouse just hosted a high-stakes roundtable, pulling together marketing’s sharpest minds to crack the Gen Z conundrum—how to sell to a generation allergic to brand loyalty, sceptical about data tracking, and always on the lookout for the next big trend.

    Vdo.ai co-founder & CTO Arjit Sachdeva set the tone. “Advertising is evolving fast, and Gen Z is calling the shots. If your ads aren’t immersive, interactive, and tailored to them, they won’t just scroll past—you won’t exist.”

    The event drew heavy hitters from brands that shape how we eat, drive, and shop: Arpita Gandotra (avp marketing, Reliance Digital Retail), Varun Sethuraman (business head, Nestlé), Anshuman Goenka (global director – incubation brands, Bacardi), Sneha Jha (head of media and CLM, KFC), Sakshi Malhotra (head – digital marketing & d2c, PNB MetLife), Anuj Somani (senior marketing manager, Volvo Cars), Karan Kumar (cmo, Hero Realty), Jitendra Choudhary (head of digital, Honasa Consumer Ltd – Mamaearth), and Himanshu Sirohi (head of digital marketing & credit card business, Apollo 24×7).

    Some of the nuggets that emerged from the roundtable included: 

    The numbers don’t lie:
    * 60 per cent of Gen Z disengage from ads they find irrelevant or overly personal.
    * Just 9.6 per cent feel any real brand loyalty—they care more about price and trends.
    * 43 per cent are wary of being tracked online.
    * A mere five per cent say product quality or cost matters more than a killer brand experience.

    What’s hot, what’s not:
    * Repeating an ad doesn’t build reputation anymore—it just builds resentment. Brands need sharp, engaging storytelling.
    * AI-driven content is rewriting the rulebook on audience targeting.
    * Digital-first touchpoints aren’t a nice-to-have, they’re the whole game.

    Vdo.ai chief business officer Akshay Chaturvedi pointed to the $1.8bn consumption potential Gen Z will bring to the table by 2035. “If brands want in, they need AI-powered, hyperlocal and immersive experiences—because attention is the new currency, and Gen Z isn’t handing it out for free.”

    As the conversation wrapped up, one thing was clear: the advertising playbook is being rewritten in real time. And keeping pace with that is crucial if one wants in with the GenZ audience. 

  • Golden Key Awards unlock excellence in market research with top honours

    Golden Key Awards unlock excellence in market research with top honours

    MUMBAI: The world of market research and insights had its moment in the spotlight as the Market Research Society of India (MRSI) hosted the Golden Key Awards 2024 on 21 February in Mumbai. Recognising trailblazers, innovators, and rising stars, the awards celebrated excellence across research, analytics, and storytelling—shedding light on the game-changers shaping business intelligence.

    From emerging talent to technological breakthroughs, the event honoured individuals and organisations that are redefining the way data drives decisions. Aadya Sinha (Third Eye Integrated Services) clinched the Best Researcher Under 30 title, while Datamatics Global Services took home The Most Humane Organisation Award for its people-first approach. Kantar made a double impact, winning Best Operations Team of the Year and Best Client Servicing Team of the Year, reinforcing its stronghold in research operations. Meanwhile, Flipkart & Myntra earned the title of Best Client Insight Team of the Year for their prowess in consumer analytics.

    Adding strategic depth to the evening, Indian Chess Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand took the stage in a riveting conversation with Shafali Arora (Hindustan Unilever Limited), drawing parallels between chess and leadership. Anand’s insights on decision-making, precision, and long-term vision offered the audience a masterclass in critical thinking.

    The second segment of the awards, powered by ITC, recognised pioneering research and innovation. Ipsos & Ikea bagged The Most Effective Storyteller Award, while Metrix Research & Analytics took home Best Data Collection Innovation. Hindustan Unilever Limited secured Best Research Methodology Innovation, and Datamatics Global Services was awarded Best Use of Technology for its AI-powered research solutions.

    A lifetime of contributions to the market research industry was honoured with Lifetime Achievement Awards presented to C.K. Sharma and Ashok Das, while Lalit S. Kanodia received a Special Award for his pioneering role in analytics and technology-driven insights.

    The final category, powered by Kantar, saw Hindustan Unilever Limited emerge as a dominant winner, securing multiple titles, including Best Work in Emerging Sectors, Best Business Impact Through Analytics, and Best Business Impact Through Research. Ipsos was recognised for Best Developmental Research, while Flipkart Internet Pvt. Ltd. clinched Best Communication Crafting Research for its excellence in shaping brand narratives.

    With support from industry giants like Hindustan Unilever Limited, Nestlé, ITC, Amazon, Datamatics, NielsenIQ, and TATA Consumer Products, the 6th edition of the Golden Key Awards was more than a night of recognition, it was a celebration of research’s transformative power. As the market research field continues to evolve, MRSI remains committed to fostering innovation and excellence, ensuring that data-driven insights continue to steer the future of business strategy.

  • Apple ropes in Mili Kapoor as IPad product marketing lead

    Apple ropes in Mili Kapoor as IPad product marketing lead

    MUMBAI: In her 17 years of employment, Mili Kapoor has worked in various trades, verticals and product categories  –   as a jeans designer, a retail consultant, as a brand manager on oats, at a spirits company, at a global factual television channel, at a foods giant, at a global social media giant,  and at a consumer electronics megacorp.

    .Not only did Mili make her career choices such that she could give herself as wide an exposure as she could, she took the same path for her education as well.

    She completed her high school in commerce from La Martiniere Girls High School, Kolkata. Then she went to do her fashion design course from NIFT, Delhi. Mili followed that up with an MBA in marketing and strategy from the Indian School of Business.  Clearly, she wanted to educate herself to the fullest she could by getting herself certifications in Google, Meta, social marketing, content marketing, and programmatic 101.

    That kind of a varied career, colourful background and her go-getting attitude are what excited the out-of-the box-thinking company called Apple to hire her as product marketing lead for the iPad in India.  

    That Mili is  a fast learner is quite obvious. However, she has been a fast riser up the  corporate ladder as well. Amongst the companies she then chose to work with include: 

    VF Corp (designer, Wrangler Jeans, 2007-08); Technopak Advisors (associate consultant, Sep 2008-Apr 2010).  PepsiCo  (sr brand manager Quaker Dairy,  July 2011-Aug 2018), Pernod Ricard (sr mkg mgr, premium portfolio-north zone, Aug 2018-jul 2019);  National Geographic Channel (AVP-mktg & brand strategy, July 2019-Nov 2020), Nestle (mktg lead-Purina petcare, Nov 2020-March 2022), Meta (Biz mktg mgr, March2022-Dec 2022), Nestle (mktg head, Nestle Profeesional, Dec 2022-Jul 2023), and Philips (consumer mktg leader, Jul 2023-Oct 2024).