Key Appointments at Adfactors PR, Unilever, Hero Realty, Policybazaar, and more.
Adfactors PR strengthens Capital Market Communications Group leadership, appoints five industry professionals
Adfactors PR bolsters its Capital Market Communications Group with industry experts from media, PR, investment banking, and consulting. This expansion enhances its capabilities to meet the evolving needs of India Inc. in the capital market space.
Fernando Fernandez to replace Hein Schumacher as Unilever’s CEO w.e.f March 1, 2025
联合利华 CEO Hein Schumacher will step down on March 1, 2025, with Fernando Fernandez set to take over. An internal and external search for a new CFO is underway, with Srinivas Phatak serving as interim CFO. The leadership transition aims to accelerate Unilever’s Growth Action Plan and business strategy.
More here: https://mediabrief.com/fernando-fernandez-to-succeed-hein-schumacher-as-unilever-ceo-in-2025/
Amitabh Dewan to take charge of the large corporate risk unit for Policybazaar For Business
Amitabh Dewan joins Policybazaar for Business to drive growth in corporate risk. With 20+ years of experience across global markets, he will focus on expanding business strategies and insurance solutions. His expertise in large-scale risks will strengthen PBFB’s corporate insurance offerings.
Havas Media Network appoints Jon Stimmel as Chief Investment Officer for North America
Havas Media Network appoints Jon Stimmel as Chief Investment Officer for North America. He will drive investment strategy, linking data to activation and enhancing marketplace solutions. With leadership experience at Sabio, UM Worldwide, and Unilever, Stimmel aims to reshape media investment strategies.
Hero Realty appoints Anuj Narang as Chief Sales Officer
Hero Realty Private Limited names Anuj Narang as Chief Sales Officer to lead sales expansion across NCR and key markets. With 18+ years in real estate, including leadership at DLF, Narang aims to enhance sales strategy and customer engagement. His role will support Hero Realty’s growth in residential and plotted developments.
Tamarind Global elevates Louis D’Souza to Managing Partner
Tamarind Global appoints Louis D'Souza as Managing Partner to lead its expansion across India and overseas. A founding member, Louis will focus on experiential travel, corporate events, and digital transformation, reinforcing the company’s global presence in hospitality, tourism, and luxury events.
Ritu Sharda joins Pravis as Partner and Chief Creative Officer
Pravis Growth Partners names Ritu Sharda as Partner & CCO, bringing 24 years of award-winning creative expertise. She joins from Ogilvy to integrate brand storytelling and performance marketing. With a strong industry track record, Ritu will help Pravis reshape digital-first brand growth with creativity at its core.
Netflix India appoints Aneesha Mukhopadhaya as Consumers Insights Lead
Netflix India appoints Aneesha Mukhopadhaya as Consumer Insights Lead. With 15+ years of experience, she brings expertise in research, analytics, and brand strategy. Previously at Amazon Prime Video, Unilever, and Kantar, she will drive data-driven insights to enhance Netflix’s consumer engagement.
More here: https://mediabrief.com/netflix-india-appoints-aneesha-mukhopadhaya-as-consumers-insights-lead/
Ranjan Bargotra rejoins Crayons Advertising as Executive Director
Former The Crayons Network President Ranjan Bargotra returns as Executive Director to drive strategic expansion. With experience across top brands and political campaigns, he aims to strengthen the agency’s industry presence. Bargotra looks forward to fostering growth, innovation, and key partnerships.
Gulf Oil appoints Aarthy Sridhar as Chief Marketing Officer
Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. names Aarthy Sridhar as CMO. With 13+ years at HUL, she brings expertise in brand building, premiumization, and strategic growth. Sridhar aims to drive Gulf Oil’s marketing transformation, reporting to Chief Commercial Officer Abhijit Kulkarni .
More here: https://mediabrief.com/gulf-oil-aarthy-sridhar-cmo-brand-strategy-marketing-transformation/
Hashtag Orange names Umeish Shashidharan as VP of Media
Hashtag Orange appoints Umeish Shashidharan as VP of Media to lead media operations and business development. With 14 years of expertise in digital marketing, he aims to enhance strategic media capabilities. His leadership will strengthen the agency’s vision for innovation and client success.
Akshansh Yadav appointed as Chief Product and Technology Officer for ITV Network’s Digital Business
iTV Network appoints Akshansh Yadav as Chief Product & Technology Officer to drive digital transformation. With experience at India Today, Zee News, and ABP News, he brings expertise in AI-driven content personalization. Yadav aims to enhance user engagement and accelerate ITV’s digital growth.
More here: https://mediabrief.com/itv-network-appoints-akshansh-yadav-as-chief-product-technology-officer/
Sandeep Mathur appointed as the managing director by Firebolt as it expands into APAC
Firebolt appoints Sandeep Mathur as MD, APAC to lead growth, GTM strategy & global team expansion. With 25+ years in tech, ex-Oracle & Lentra leader will focus on scaling Firebolt’s AI-driven analytics in key sectors like finance & e-commerce, enhancing speed, efficiency & market presence.
ACKO Drive appoints Neha Bareja as Head of Marketing
ACKO Drive names Neha Bareja as Head of Marketing. Previously Sr. Director of Content & Influencer Marketing at ACKO, she brings 10+ years of experience in digital, social & influencer marketing. Ex-Meesho, Zoomcar & Reliance Retail, she looks forward to driving growth in her new role.