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Vinay Pillai has been promoted to Chief Business Officer at Pocket Aces, where he has been instrumental in driving strategic growth since joining in 2020. In his previous role as Head of Strategy, Vinay led initiatives to expand Clout, Pocket Aces' influencer management division, to an industry-leading position. His promotion reflects Pocket Aces' recognition of his significant impact on the company’s digital and influencer-driven content strategies. Vinay’s career includes extensive experience across both Indian and U.S. markets, with key roles at The Viral Fever (TVF), Booz Allen Hamilton, and Central Business Solutions Inc. . His entrepreneurial experience as co-founder of the streaming platform dekkho and his educational background in computer science and a master's from Columbia University add depth to his expertise in strategy, product management, and digital media. #VinayPillai #PocketAces #ChiefBusinessOfficer #PromotionAnnouncement #InfluencerMarketing #DigitalStrategy #Leadership #Clout #DigitalContent #ExecutiveUpdate #DLinkme

Divyesh Gurlani has recently stepped into the role of Senior Vice President & Business Head - APEX India at Publicis Groupe India, bringing over 15 years of experience across digital media, strategic partnerships, and programmatic trading. With a background spanning notable roles, such as Vice President - Partnerships & Investments at Publicis, where he spearheaded business expansion and innovative data-tech solutions, and his leadership at Mindshare for Unilever’s digital trading, Divyesh is well-equipped to drive growth in his new role. At Publicis Groupe India, Divyesh will lead APEX India’s central trading team, overseeing account management, media partnerships, and trading strategies to maximize client success. His extensive experience with top-tier digital platforms, including programmatic and affiliate marketing, positions him to enhance Publicis Groupe’s reach in the digital space. #DivyeshGurlani #PublicisGroupe #APEXIndia #SeniorVicePresident #BusinessHead #DigitalMedia #StrategicPartnerships #ProgrammaticTrading #MediaPlanning #ClientServices #DLinkme

Gautam Kamath has been appointed Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Procter & Gamble’s Global Headquarters. This new role highlights his impressive career, during which he has spent nearly 18 years at P&G. Most recently, he served as Group CFO for P&G India, where he showcased strong leadership in driving financial strategies and operational efficiencies. Gautam has also held significant positions, including CFO for Fabric & Home Care APAC in Singapore, contributing to P&G's success in the region. His earlier experiences at Sasken Technologies Limited , NKF Singapore (The National Kidney Foundation), and Arthur Andersen & Associates provided him with a solid foundation in finance and strategy. His transition to P&G's Global HQ underscores his dedication and expertise. #GautamKamath #SrividyaSrinivasan #ProcterAndGamble #CorporateStrategy #PGIndia #LeadershipUpdate #FinanceLeadership #ExecutiveTeam #GlobalOperations #AsiaPacific #StrategicRole #DLinkme

Snehil Singh has recently taken on the role of Group Head - Client Acquisition & Relations at Peoplefy, bringing his extensive experience in business development and talent acquisition. With a track record of strategic growth leadership at Spectrum Talent Management, ManpowerGroup, HirePro, and Recruit CRM, Snehil’s insights into recruitment process outsourcing, employer branding, and client relations position him as a key driver in Peoplefy’s growth journey. In this role, Snehil is set to leverage his expertise in regional sales, IT staffing, and HR consulting to enhance Peoplefy’s client acquisition and relationship management. His journey, from leading regional business development at ManpowerGroup to consulting on automation and managed services with HirePro, underscores his commitment to advancing client solutions and delivering innovative strategies within the recruitment sector. #SnehilSingh #Peoplefy #ClientAcquisition #TalentAcquisition #BusinessDevelopment #HRConsulting #RPO #ITStaffing #EmployerBranding #EVP #ClientRelations #StrategicGrowth #OnboardingAutomation #Recruitment #DLinkme

Siddhartha Adak has been appointed Head of Structured Product Solutions at CSB Bank Limited, drawing on a distinguished career in structured finance and high-yield strategies. His deep expertise in banking and finance, particularly from his senior roles at Kotak Mahindra Bank and IndusInd Bank, positions him well to lead CSB Bank’s product innovations across critical sectors. With a background that includes time at Macquarie Group, Ambit Corporate Finance, and ICICI Bank, Siddhartha has a diverse perspective in investment banking. His transition to CSB Bank highlights his commitment to advancing structured finance solutions, contributing significantly to sectors like healthcare, education, and logistics. #SiddharthaAdak #CSBBank #StructuredFinance #HighYield #BankingIndustry #FinanceLeadership #ProductSolutions #HealthcareFinance #EducationFinance #LogisticsFinance #InvestmentBanking #FinancialServices #cxodrive

Dipanjan Ganguly has been appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Evos Buildcon Pvt. Ltd., where he will lead strategic HR initiatives and enhance team management practices. With a vast background in human resources across multiple sectors, Dipanjan brings valuable expertise in HR leadership, strategic planning, and employee engagement to his new role, helping drive Evos Buildcon's growth and organizational effectiveness. Previously, Dipanjan served as General Manager - HR & Administration at Earthtree Enviro Private Limited and Vice President - HR & Administration at InfinityGroup, contributing significantly to HR policy development and workforce management. His tenure with notable companies, including B. K. Birla Group, Essar Construction Overseas Limited, and Emirates Industrial Laboratory, has enriched his strategic approach, positioning him well to support Evos Buildcon’s HR objectives and elevate employee experiences. #DipanjanGanguly #EvosBuildcon #HumanResources #HRLeadership #StrategicHR #EmployeeDevelopment #HRManagement #TeamManagement #OrganizationalGrowth #ConstructionIndustry #HRStrategy #CorporateHR #EmployeeEngagement #DLinkme

Consumer food brand Yu Foods Co has secured Rs 55 crore ($6.5 million) in a Series B funding round, co-led by Ashish Kacholia and the Asian Promoter Group. The company facilitated a successful exit for some of its seed investors, offering over 4x returns. Founded by Bharat Bhalla and Varun Kapur in 2021, Yu offers instant food and beverage products made from 100% natural ingredients. The new funds will be used to strengthen its distribution network, diversify its food portfolio, and expand its beverage range, including the launch of 100% fruit juices. Yu has built an omni-channel distribution model, with its products available across India and internationally in South Africa. #YuFoods #SeriesBFunding #InstantFoods #NaturalIngredients #BeverageExpansion #ConsumerBrands #AshishKacholia #DLinkme

Samir Singh has been appointed as the Executive Vice President of Marketing for the Asia-Pacific region at Colgate-Palmolive. Prior to this role, he served as Chair of Unilever Asia and Head of the Unilever Singapore Hub. Singh began his career as an area sales manager at Hindustan Unilever, where he made significant contributions to the Foods division and later excelled as Chief Marketing Officer for personal care, managing global brands such as Axe and Dove. This new position at Colgate-Palmolive marks a significant step in Samir Singh’s career, leveraging his extensive experience in marketing and brand management to enhance the company's presence in the competitive consumer goods sector. #SamirSingh #ColgatePalmolive #Marketing #Unilever #ConsumerGoods #ExecutiveAppointment #AsiaPacific #BrandManagement #Leadership #CareerMove #Innovation #DLinkme

This week, startups raised $533.6 million across 28 deals, marking an 84% year-on-year increase. Notable contributors include Eruditus Executive Education, securing $150 million, jewellery brand GIVA raising ?255 crore, and SaaS startup Everstage securing $30 million. Neuron7.ai raised $44 million, while beauty retailer Purplle.com closed its extended round at ?1,500 crore. #StartupFunding #InvestmentSurge #TechStartups #SaaS #EdTech #BeautyTech #JewelleryStartups #EnterpriseTech #InvestorConfidence #StartupEcosystem #GrowthStory #FundingUpdate #DLinkme

Punit Goenka has been reappointed as Managing Director and CEO of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited for a new five-year term, subject to shareholder approval. With decades of experience in the media and entertainment industry, Punit has been instrumental in driving ZEEL's growth across numerous countries, focusing on enhancing content quality and expanding the company’s global footprint. His leadership continues to shape ZEEL’s diverse portfolio, which includes broadcasting, digital, movies, and music. In its recent financial update, ZEEL reported a significant rise in net profit, despite a decline in revenue from operations. The company also made progress in optimizing the cost structure of its digital business, ZEE5, demonstrating a commitment to long-term sustainability and growth. #PunitGoenka #ZeeEntertainment #ZEEL #MediaLeadership #GlobalExpansion #ZEE5 #DigitalBusiness #BusinessGrowth #FinancialResults #MediaIndustr #EntertainmentIndustry #Leadership #DLinkme