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  • Singhania as chairman & Kataria as MD get nod from Raymond Lifestyle shareholders

    Singhania as chairman & Kataria as MD get nod from Raymond Lifestyle shareholders

    MUMBAI: In the evening hours of 4 December Raymond Lifestyle – part of the Raymond group– informed the Bombay stock exchange that it had received the required majority from shareholders for the company’s  special resolutions placed before  them at its AGM. 

    Amongst the most important was the appointment of Gautam Hari Singhania as executive chairman. In the  SEBI regulatory filing by the company, it was revealed that 86.85 percent of the 4,17,57,480 votes cast were in favor of the resolution for Singhania’s appointment, while 13.15 percent were against it. Special resolutions, according  to corporate rules,  require 75 per cent or more favourable shareholder votes for them to be deemed to have been approved.

    The shareholders also approved the appointment of CEO Sunil Kataria as its managing director (MD). In Kataria’s case, 89.6631 per cent shareholders were in favor of his new appointment, while 10.3369 were against. 

    Another six special resolutions relating to the appointment of independent directors also sailed through, garnering the required majority from shareholders.
     
    Media reports had expressed concern when some investor groups had lobbied Raymond Lifestyle shareholders to vote against the special resolutions. 

    Raymond Lifestyle had been listed on the stock exchanges on 5 September after demerging and being carved out from Raymond, with Singhania continuing to lead both the entities.

    Later commenting on the development, a Raymond Lifestyle spokesperson said  its shareholders have demonstrated full confidence and voted for Gautam Hari Singhania as chairman and Sunil Kataria as the managing director. 

    “This development has reinforced the fact that the promoter is fully committed towards the organisation’s growth and creating shareholder value,” he  said.

  • Goafest 2024 unveils stellar line-up of speakers and sessions

    Goafest 2024 unveils stellar line-up of speakers and sessions

    Mumbai: Gearing up to present three days of learnings, discussions, and deliberations while celebrating creative excellence, Goafest 2024 presents a stellar line-up of speakers for its 17 edition. With sessions that discuss various facets of the festival’s theme ‘The Age of Adaptability’, Goafest 2024 promises to unpack and deliver practical learnings through topics that are of significant relevance through keynotes, discussions, masterclasses and more.  

    The festival will host over 50 speakers and entertainers, across 20 sessions in addition to 15 masterclasses.

    Tata Play’s managing director and CEO, Harit Nagpal and Sanjiv Mehta, executive chairman, L Catterton India are among the select few who will address attendees through keynotes.  

    Additionally, Tarun Puri, senior operating partner, Lighthouse Funds, Asha Kharga, chief customer & brand officer, Mahindra Group, Raymond Lifestyle’s Sunil Kataria, Maruti Suzuki’s Shashank Srivastava, Nestle’s Chandan Mukherjee, Tata Motors’ Shubhranshu Singh, The Good Glamm Group’s Sukhleen Aneja, Honasa’s Zairus Master, Darshana Shah from Aditya Birla Capital, among others will engage in conversations and discussions. Other prominent speakers include Dr Marcus Ranney, Manoj Bajpayee, Sourav Ganguly, Zeenat Aman, Vikrant Massey, Medha Shankar, Neha Dhupia, Tahira Kashyap and Neelesh Misra.

    In addition to Goafest sessions, Goafest 2024 will host the second edition of its talent showcase, ‘Advertising Rocks’. Moreover, making way for wholesome entertainment will be performances by Sukhwinder Singh and Harshdeep Kaur as well as an After Hours Party each day.

    On unveiling the stellar line-up of speakers and sessions, Goafest 2024 FCB Global partner and chairman of the content committee Rohit Ohri said, “Goafest 2024 is set to ignite minds, spark creativity, and explore new frontiers in the ever-evolving landscape of advertising and marketing. We are excited to offer a diverse array of speakers and sessions that celebrate creative excellence and emphasize the crucial role of adaptability in thriving within our industry. With warm hearts and joyful smiles, we eagerly anticipate welcoming all delegates and together redefining the future of our business.”

    Anupriya Acharya, CEO South Asia, Publicis Groupe, and Immediate Past President of The Advertising Agencies Association of India further added, “This year at Goafest, we are embarking on a transformative journey with the theme ‘The Age of Adaptability’. Our carefully curated speaker line-up reflects this ethos, showcasing how our industry must pivot and innovate in response to shifting landscapes. From insightful sessions to vibrant celebrations, Goafest 2024 will promise an enriching experience for all. With this, we are eagerly looking forward to welcoming our delegates, confident that together, we will navigate the ever-evolving currents of our industry with agility and ingenuity.”

    Visit https://www.goafest.com/goafest2024/event-schedule.php for the event schedule along with speakers, and sessions.

    For details and registrations for masterclasses visit, https://www.goafest.com/goafest2024/event-schedule.php#masterclass.

    Don’t miss out on attending South Asia’s foremost advertising and marketing festival. Register today by visiting  https://www.tecogis.com/goafest/client/Login.aspx

    For details on partnership opportunities, masterclasses, talent initiative ‘Advertising Rocks’ and more, visit goafest.com

    For more updates, follow Goafest 2024 on Instagram @goafestlive. Follow @theadclubindia on Instagram for updates on the Abby Awards 2024 Powered by One Show.

     

  • IAA & ISA to host Retrospect and Prospects in Mumbai

    IAA & ISA to host Retrospect and Prospects in Mumbai

    Mumbai: The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) together with The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) is hosting the Retrospect & Prospects interaction with Manish Anandani, managing director – India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson) on the 24 April in Mumbai.

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    Manish Anandani, Managing Director – India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health)

    Avinash Pandey, president of IAA India Chapter and CEO of ABP Network said –”Retrospect & Prospects, is the definitive annual industry review, offering a 360-degree perspective on the past year while illuminating the road ahead. As the steward of this esteemed program, I am thrilled to convene the industry’s top minds to explore the evolving landscape. The insights shared here have played a pivotal role in shaping strategic agendas. This year, under the guidance of Manish Anandani, Managing Director-India, Kenvue, the event promises a stimulating exploration of the industry’s past, present, and future, providing unparalleled opportunities for marketing leaders to gain a competitive edge and position their organisations for success in the years ahead.”

    Avinash Pandey, President, IAA India Chapter & CEO, ABP Network

    Adds Sunil Kataria, chairman of the India Society of Advertisers & CEO of Raymond’s Lifestyle Business, “The ISA as the unique voice and apex body of advertisers pan India over 70 years, has member education as one of the key areas of its services to members. Apart from periodically conducting our own seminars workshops and knowledge series programs, we bring to the table of our members a variety of webinars on topics in marketing and media matters of contemporary interests from the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) of which the ISA is a founder member. We constantly look for opportunities to partner with fraternity organizations to engage with our members.  Working with the IAA is one such avenue that we have looked at.  It is also a matter of pride that the speaker Manish Anandani, Managing Director, India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health) is from the leadership of an advertiser member company. I am confident this collaborative event and congregation of IAA and ISA members in a common venue would add further value to the excellent partnering that they have in the industry.”

    Sunil Kataria, Chairman, The India Society of Advertisers (ISA) & CEO of Raymond’s Lifestyle Business

  • Smarties India 2023 honours winners shaping the future of marketing

    Smarties India 2023 honours winners shaping the future of marketing

    Mumbai: The 12th edition of MMA Smarties India Awards 2023, one of the most prestigious events in the marketing industry, concluded with great acclaim, recognizing outstanding achievements in the realm of modern marketing. The awards ceremony, which took place on October 5th, 2023 at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai brought together the finest minds and innovators in the field of marketing.

    Smarties India – jury chair & Raymond CEO Sunil Kataria commented, “The 12th edition of SMARTIES™ India 2023 Awards has been an extraordinary celebration of marketing innovation and excellence. This year’s shortlisted nominees showcased the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, with campaigns that have redefined the boundaries of innovation and left an indelible mark on our industry. SMARTIES continues to push the envelope by introducing fresh categories and celebrating campaigns that not only drive business impact but also excel in various aspects of modern marketing. As we celebrate the winners at the gala event, I’m inspired by the ingenuity and creativity that have been showcased, and I look forward to how these campaigns will shape the future of marketing excellence in India.”

    The evening’s most prestigious accolade, the ‘Brand of the Year,’ was deservedly conferred upon Google Search, a testament to their unmatched innovation and substantial impact. Equally deserving, the ‘Advertiser of the Year’ title found its rightful place in the hands of Mondelez India Foods Private Limited, honouring their outstanding contributions and industry leadership.

    Further industry recognition saw Cadbury Silk and Google Search awarded as ‘Grand Prix/Best in Show’; Glance awarded as ‘Enabling Technology Company of the Year,’, alongside notable wins in categories such as ‘Media Agency of the Year’ and ‘Creative Agency of the Year’, by Wavemaker India and Leo Burnett India respectively.

    Amazon Ads was celebrated as the ‘Publisher of the Year’ while the esteemed ‘Most Resilient Brand of the Year’ title was claimed by Lay’s, Pepsico India and Leo Burnett India. Notably, the newly introduced categories also saw Schbang and WPP India excel, with wins in ‘Digital Agency of the Year’ and ‘Holding Agency Company of the Year’ respectively, firmly establishing their positions as trailblazers in their respective domains.

    In an impressive showcase of marketing excellence, a diverse array of brands emerged triumphant at the SMARTIES India 2023 Awards. The category of Personalisation, often regarded as the vanguard of modern marketing, bore witness to the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards being secured by Luminous Power Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and Wavemaker; Mondelez India Foods Pvt. Ltd. and Wavemaker and Mondelez India Foods Pvt. Ltd. and Wavemaker respectively. This impressive feat further solidifies their reputation as pioneers in this dynamic field.

    Smarties India – jury chair & Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd CEO & managing director Prabha Narasimhan added, “SMARTIES™ India 2023 Awards continue to celebrate creativity, innovation and the strategic acumen behind impactful marketing campaigns. I’m excited to see how these campaigns will continue to inspire and shape the future of marketing excellence in India.”

    All SMARTIES winners are listed and ranked in the MMA Business Impact Index, which uses a proprietary methodology developed in partnership with WARC to recognize the best of the best in the Advertising and Marketing industry. It is the first and only global modern marketing index that identifies, ranks and awards top agencies, advertisers, brands and solution providers driving significant business impact.

    The MMA Smarties India Awards 2023 spotlighted the categories that garnered the highest number of entries, namely Creator/Influencer/Celebrity Marketing, Data Insights/Contextual Marketing, and Brand Experience within the dynamic realm of modern marketing. The awards were presented in various categories, each showcasing remarkable achievements and ground-breaking strategies that have reshaped the industry.

    Smarties India – jury and MMA India county head & board member Moneka Khurana, expressed her excitement about the 12th edition of SMARTIES™ India 2023 Awards by saying, “The SMARTIES India Awards have consistently showcased the ever-evolving landscape of marketing in India. As we embrace digital transformation and witness innovative approaches in marketing, it’s inspiring to see the diverse and impactful campaigns that have made it to the shortlist this year. These campaigns reflect the spirit of innovation that drives our industry forward and sets the bar higher for future marketers. I’m thrilled to be a part of this celebration of excellence, and I can’t wait to see which campaigns emerge as the champions of innovation in marketing.”

    Out of 150 shortlisted entries, representing diverse sectors such as FMCG, OTT, retail, BFSI, technology, and more, a total of 94 metals were handed over at the gala. The winners will also be given digital awards or NFTs which they can claim or prove their contribution to the award and campaign with the information available on the blockchain at any time. The NFT holder will also be eligible to avail of gratifications and access to exclusive assets from MMA Global like events, case studies, seminars, workshops, and more.

    Smarties India – jury & MMA board member and managing director APAC- Rohit Dadwal commented, “The SMARTIES™ India 2023 Awards once again underline the pivotal role of modern marketing in shaping the future of our industry. It’s truly inspiring to witness how brands are continuously pushing the boundaries of creativity and harnessing the power of technology to drive innovation and engagement.”

    In a ground-breaking move, SMARTIES™ India 2023 introduced the inaugural edition of “Smarties Unplugged.”- a unique pre-gala event that brought together marketing thought leaders who shared innovative and creative work designed to benefit tomorrow’s marketers and cater to the changing mindset of consumers.

    Kick-starting the event with a warm welcome by Khurana with Tanya Saihgal as the host. The event featured several informative sessions. In the first segment, top SMARTIES India shortlisters engaged in a gamified conversation on Creativity, Content and partnerships and the second part explored Channels, Data and analytics, with nominees discussing marketing strategies in an insightful and enjoyable manner, facilitated by Saurabh Parmar. Saurabh Parmar, an eminent figure in the marketing landscape, hosted two insightful sessions at “Smarties Unplugged.” Key sessions included “Intelligent Effectiveness: Measuring the ROI of AI on Optimization & Personalization” by Dadwal. Soundsmith of BrandMusiq founder Rajeev Raja delved into “#TheFutureIsSound” and the role of sonic identities in today’s digital world. The event culminated in “Marketing Excellence Unplugged – Navigating New-Age Trends & Tech,” featuring industry leaders like Vikram Pandey, National Creative Director, Leo Burnett India Devika Sharma, VP and GM – India, InMobi; Sidharth Singh, Lead – Countline & Gifting Marketing, Mondelez India and Rohit Dadwal, MMA Board Member and Managing Director APAC, MMA APAC and other speakers, providing actionable insights for adapting and innovating in the dynamic marketing landscape.

     

  • ISA backs Barc’s data validation method to mitigate impact of landing page

    ISA backs Barc’s data validation method to mitigate impact of landing page

    Mumbai: The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) issued  a statement recently backing Broadcast Audience Research Council (Barc) India’s landing page algorithm.

    ISA chairman Sunil Kataria said, “Barc algorithm detects landing page with a very high success rate and once detected, the algorithm seeks to remove any forced and voluntary viewership that gets counted as real viewership for that channel.”

    He further said, “This is a fair method and advertisers are aligned on the solution executed by Barc on the issue of landing page viewership.”

    As part of its ongoing Data Validation Quality initiative aimed at improving measurement science and mitigating impact on viewership of extraneous factors, Barc has introduced an algorithm into its data validation method to remove the impact of landing page on forced viewership data across channels. This method directly uses inferential statistics to deliver better results across all genres. This has been verified and authenticated by Barc’s technical committee.

    Earlier, broadcasters represented under the banner of News Broadcasters Federation (NBF) had questioned Barc data validation method and asked it to completely remove the impact landing page data from its viewership estimates. They claimed that use of landing page by news broadcasters equated to an ‘unfair trade practice’. The association also sent a letter addressed to minister of information and broadcasting Anurag Thakur to resolve the issue.

    Established in 1952, the ISA represents the interests of over 170 advertisers, advertising agents and media organisations in the country.

  • Raymond onboards Sunil Kataria as CEO of lifestyle business

    Raymond onboards Sunil Kataria as CEO of lifestyle business

    Mumbai: Raymond on Wednesday announced the onboarding of Sunil Kataria as CEO of lifestyle business.  This new appointment comes at a critical juncture in Raymond’s journey as the fashion apparel space sees numerous international labels entering the Indian market, the company said.

    In his new role, Kataria will be responsible for steering the next phase of growth by driving the digital agenda and strengthening the brand’s presence in domestic and international markets.

    “At Raymond, we believe in having industry’s finest talent that resonates with our vision to create a ‘future ready’ organisation,” said Raymond Ltd chairman and managing director Gautam Hari Singhania. “During the last few years, we have been making stronger strides and creating brands and retail experiences for our loyal and new-age consumers. I would like to welcome Sunil to the Raymond family and believe that he would be instrumental in accelerating growth for the business in India and international markets.”

    The lifestyle business is the flagship vertical of Raymond Group which includes branded textiles, garmenting, shirting, retail and apparel business including brands such as – Raymond, Raymond Ready-to-Wear, Raymond Made to Measure, Park Avenue, ColorPlus, Parx and Ethnix by Raymond.

    During his earlier stint as the CEO of Godrej Consumer Products Ltd, Kataria managed the business operations of India and South East Asia. He spearheaded the transformation of the business – driving performance and best in class financial results and building a great workplace. With a rich experience spanning over three decades, he has worked with eminent names such as Marico and Idea Cellular. Currently, he also serves as the chairman of The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA).

  • Godrej Ezee and Gul Panag join hands for ‘Ezee Hugs’

    Godrej Ezee and Gul Panag join hands for ‘Ezee Hugs’

    Mumbai: Liquid detergent brand Godrej Ezee has joined hands with actor entrepreneur Gul Panag for its campaign ‘Ezee Hugs’ under which it helps underprivileged children prepare for winters by distributing free sweaters.

    To flag off the initiative, Gul Panag met the kids in New Delhi and distributed new sweaters amongst them. As part of the initiative,  Ezee and Gul will jointly distribute more than 4000 sweaters across North India.

    Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) CEO – India & SAARC Sunil Kataria said, “Ezee Hugs began in 2011, and has grown over the years with the support of multiple stakeholders. This year, we are pleased to partner with Gul Panag who is known to take up causes that matter. Our intent is to not just donate sweaters but also bring the attention of more people on this issue. We want to ensure that no underprivileged child suffers due to lack of appropriate means to keep themselves warm.”

    While speaking about her association with Ezee Hugs, Gul Panag, said, “From health impact to school attendance, the impact of cold weather on kids with no proper woolen wear is significant.  Yet, there are fewer initiatives or people talking about it. Ezee Hugs is one such initiative that has stood strong and made people aware of this issue for over 10 years now. This is why I chose to partner with Godrej Ezee so that we can reach out to more people and ensure no underprivileged kid has to be without woolens.”

    Thousands of underprivileged, school-going children across the Northern belt, bear the harsh winters without the warmth of woolens. Through this social good campaign, Godrej Ezee wanted to build awareness about this hardship and help alleviate it by urging people to donate their woolens for children.

  • Sunil Kataria re-elected as chairman of Indian Society of Advertisers

    Sunil Kataria re-elected as chairman of Indian Society of Advertisers

    Mumbai: The newly elected executive council of the Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) has re-elected Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL), CEO- India, and SAARC Sunil Kataria as chairman of the body. He was re-elected for the sixth consecutive term.

    “Kataria has led the Society over the past five years to greater heights garnering support from the fellow executive council members, the ISA members, and other industry bodies,” said the association in a statement.

    “The focus will be to make the ISA even stronger in future to provide value-added support to our members for the new normal and beyond. With digital advertising having ascended as second only to TV and growing even further, our endeavour this year would be to take forward our efforts in the area of digital measurement. The ISA’s plans to work with Barc to create a Multimedia Measurement are progressing in good shape,” said Kataria.

    ISA has served as a strong voice for the advertisers over the last 69 years, and played a significant role in the formation of Barc and is closely partnering with it towards advertisers getting robust and credible data.

  • Cinthol says ‘Wake Up Alive’ in its latest TV campaign

    Cinthol says ‘Wake Up Alive’ in its latest TV campaign

    Mumbai: Godrej Consumer Products Ltd’s (GCPL) soap brand Cinthol has unveiled a new TV campaign ‘Wake Up Alive’ urging people to start every morning with the blast of its Cinthol Lime and Cinthol Cool Soap’s freshness.

    The TVC, conceptualised by Creativeland Asia, takes viewers on a visual treat capturing varied landscapes. After the ‘Alive is Awesome’ campaign last year, Cinthol once again aims to uplift the spirits of consumers who are homebound due to the pandemic, the brand said in a statement.

    “Cinthol stands for freshness and promises to deliver the most refreshing bathing experience. With this new film, we want to highlight how a shower with Cinthol Lime or Cinthol Cool is all you need to make your day fresher,” said GCPL, CEO – India & SAARC, Sunil Kataria. “The blast of lemony freshness and icy cool menthol will make you feel fresher than ever, and with 99.9 per cent germ protection, you won’t just stay fresh but also protected.”       

    Creativeland Asia, chief creative officer, Anu Joseph, added, “True to Cinthol’s philosophy of bringing alive every moment, this film captures how a lazy morning on a mountaintop quickly transforms into a ride of a lifetime for a bunch of friends. The bathtub becomes a boat, and a regular bath transforms into an alive bathing experience involving streams, snow, and a frozen lake. That’s the experience Cinthol Lime and Cool variants promise every single time – To wake up alive.”