Ankoor Dasguupta
Garage Collective,Ankoor believes in the power of Energy, Energize, Community and Network Effect. He brings with him 19 years through the spectrum of marketing and advertising across functions in print, digital, mobile, events along with a strong C-Suite network. A learner, coach and trainer, Ankoor has been part of the core launch teams of conceptualizing and producing multiple international IPs in India and is an avid writer and active speaker at various forums. Ankoor has also done guest lecture at NIT Trichy. Ankoor hails from Delhi with education from Delhi University, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Dale Carnegie and ISB. Ankoor is also a part of the Grand Jury for reputed events in the digital space with various published articles. Ankoor is a firm believer of nurturing relationships.
Prasad Pimple
Executive Vice President & Head – Digital Business Unit, Kotak LifePrasad stands for Pragmatic, ROI driven, Analytical, Segmentation & Automation focused Digital way of doing business. He is a firm believer in the process of ideation – experimentation – learning fast – succeeding faster & scaling up cheap. A Chemical Engineer from UDCT & MBA from JBIMS, Prasad has 16+ years of experience in brand & product management, customer acquisition, customer life cycle management, strategy, business planning and research across insurance, telecom, banking and engineering sectors. Prior to HDFC Life, Prasad has worked in Tata Docomo, Vodafone, ICICI Bank & Kotak Mahindra Bank.
Sharmila Sandeep
General Manager- Marketing , CG Power and Industrial Solutions LimitedAn MBA in Marketing from PSG Institute of Management. Also holds M.A & M.Phil in Sociology. Sharmila joined Saint-Gobain -Gyproc in 2021 as the Head of Marketing.
Sharmila has 18yrs of Brand and Marketing experience across various industries. Prior to Saint-Gobain, Sharmila led marketing and product management at ICICI Bank, Bisleri, Pidilite, Hatsun Agro, Radio Mirchi & Future group retail. Sharmila has vivid interest and acquired skills in numerous handicrafts, conducts workshops and loves being a swimming coach. She unwinds by watching movies and social networking.
Shalmali Desai
Senior Vice President B2B Revenue, Tata PlayA seasoned marketing professional with 25+years of work experience across the FMCG and media industry with a deep understanding of content marketing, driving content subscriptions and ad monetizing. In my professional journey, significant time has been spent in product marketing and business partnerships, leading to pioneering work in creating and implementing the strategy for revenue streams for the content distribution platform.
Amiya Swarup
Partner, Marketing Advisory Services, Ernst & Young LLPAmiya Swarup Heads Marketing Advisory and is Partner for Ernst & Young. He has nearly two decades of experience in fostering collaboration within the intricate web of marketers, media agencies, martech partners, and media houses, building a better working world
Anshuman Chakravarty
Head of Marketing & Communication , SOMANY CEREMICSBrand Management and Marketing Communications practitioner with experience in working in India and international markets (Asia & Europe), with exposure in B2C & B2B domains. An MBA in Marketing & Post Graduate in Journalism & Mass-comm., with over 20 years experience in strategizing and executing brand launches, re-positioning strategies, media planning and buying, internal and external communication, social & digital marketing, PR & reputation management, crisis communication, events and celebrity management & supporting financial PR & IR.
Shrishail Deshnur
CMO, Indira IVF GroupShrishail is a marketing professional with over 18 years of experience across categories of consumer products, financial services and pharma. Currently, he heads the consumer marketing function at Cipla and is instrumental in spearheading the company’s largest consumer awareness initiative.In his previous stint, he was heading the marketing function for the stationery business at Pidilite. Earlier in his career, he has worked with Berger paints, ICICI Prudential, MetLife, and Kotak Life. Shrishail is a foodie and a self-proclaimed movie critic. He loves to drive and play cricket with his son during his free time.
Imran Qadri
Marketing & PR Head – Asia Emerging Markets & India, Harley Davidson Motor CompanyMarketing professional & Automobile Industry Expert with 11 years of successful track record in Brand Development, Product Marketing & Planning, Marketing Communication, Category Management, Marketing Operations, Strategy and Media Advertising. Outstanding performance in CFT leadership, Brand Communication, ATL/BTL, Product Development, Product Launches, Special Editions, Events & Sponsorship, Media Planning, Digital Content, Agency leadership, Celebrity management, Retail Marketing, Luxury & Sports Marketing, Business Planning & CRM. Currently heading Marketing & PR for Harley-Davidson India. Was associated with Nissan Motor India as Head – Marcom for Datsun brand. Prior was Sr. Group Product Marketing Lead & Country Chief Marketing Manager for Hatch, Sedan, Luxury SUV, Sports, Electric Vehicle & Connected Car(Intelligent Mobility) segments leading the product, pricing, Go To Market and project management strategy for Nissan India. Before Nissan, was Sr. Category Brand Head – Commuter motorcycles for World’s largest two wheeler manufacturer (Hero MotoCorp- formerly known as Hero Honda), taking care of brand development, marketing communication, strategy, digital content nationally for the 10-brands portfolio along with key corporate marketing and global business projects.
Devang Mehta
Head of Marketing, Anand Rathi GroupA seasoned marketing professional with nearly two decades of comprehensive experience in marketing communications and brand management. Holding key leadership positions at leading BFSI firms such as Anand Rathi Group and Motilal Oswal Financial Services, where he was responsible for heading the brand function, developing, and executing strategic marketing plans. His experience also includes foundational marketing roles at Destimoney Enterprises and Fasttrack Housing Finance, giving him a deep understanding of the industry from multiple vantage points.
This corporate background is complemented by his entrepreneurial venture as the founder of Pencil to Pixel, a full-service creative and media agency. This role honed his ability to build a business, manage client relationships, and deliver creative solutions. His career began with foundational roles in business development and sales promotion, providing a solid base for his growth into a marketing leader. This diverse experience has equipped him with a versatile skill set and the ability to navigate complex, compliance-driven environments effectively.
Adityan Kayalakal
Head Marketing, Jupiter MoneyAdityan Kayalakal is a marketing and GTM leader with 19+ years of experience launching and growing brands like Jio, NBA, Mercedes-Benz, and BYJU’S. He combines strong brand and digital fundamentals with a hands-on, guerrilla-style approach to delivering impact from day one. He is currently VP – Marketing at Jupiter Money.
Rubeena Singh
MD India, NP Digital
Shweta Srivastava
Head of Digital Marketing , Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
Amitabh Biswas
Marketing Head (IPs, Entertainment, CTV), Times Network
Shalu Zala
Vice President – Marketing Strategy, Key Projects & Social Media, HSBC