Chairman and editor in Chief
Co-Founder
Anil Gurnani
Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, TTK Prestige
Mr. Anil Gurnani, an extraordinary leader, joins as the Chief of Sales and Marketing at
TTK Prestige, a consumer appliances industry pioneer. With a wealth of experience in
the consumer durables industry, he brings a visionary perspective that sets him apart.
His market acumen is unparalleled, matched only by his impeccable communication
skills and an unwavering commitment to transparency and effectiveness. He has been
known as a transformational specialist in turning around the business in profitable
growth path and starting new businesses in India and Sri Lanka and get success in initial
couple of years itself.
A true luminary in his field, Mr. Gurnani holds a Postgraduate degree in Management
from the prestigious Management Development Institute, Gurgaon and has completed
his MSc Finance course from EDHEC B-School in France. He is also a gold medalist from
Mumbai University during his B.E degree course. He has held esteemed positions at
renowned corporations such as Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited, Philips
Lighting, PPG Asian Paints, and more. Throughout his 20-year journey in marketing and
sales, he has earned numerous awards and accolades, including the honor of serving as
a grand jury member at the esteemed ICMA. Apart from his professional achievements
he is known to be a great leader and won various accolades as Best Business Leader.
Beyond the realm of corporate achievements, Mr. Gurnani is passionate about giving
back to the community. His passion for social causes drives him to actively engage in
community initiatives, striving to create positive change and make a profound impact on
society.
Mr. Gurnani, who is recognized for his composed manner, optimistic demeanor, and
energetic approach at work, is also a mentor and a guide who upholds his core values of
honesty of purpose, integrity, and hard work.
Global Head of Marketing Demand Centre
Binda Dey
Chief Marketing Officer, Knight Riders Group
Kolkata Knight Riders in Indian Premier League (IPL)
Trinbago Knight Riders in Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Women’s Caribbean Premier
League (WCPL)
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in International League T20, UAE (ILT20)
Los Angeles Knight Riders in Major League Cricket, USA (MLC)
Binda has over 19 years of experience in Marketing, Brand Management, Consumer Analytics, Media
Planning, and Content Development. She is currently the Chief Marketing Officer of Knight Riders
Group, responsible for all aspects of Marketing - Brand, Content, Digital, Sponsorship, Licensing &
Merchandising, across Knight Rider Group's initiatives. Previously, she worked with Red Chillies
Entertainment, Disney - Star India, Starcom Mediavest Group, and DDB Mudra.
DMA Asia has adjudged her the most ‘Customer Centric CMO’ at Trailblazer Awards 2021. Adgully
announced her as the 'Women Disruptor Marketing Head of 2020'. BBC Knowledge had accorded
her as the 'Greatest Marketing Influencers of 2017'. Google India has identified her as part of the
'Leading Women in New Media.'
Jiteen Aggarwal
Chief Marketing Officer, Hettich India
An avid marketer with great passion for brand-building and doing disruptive marketing. 25 years of robust marketing and communication experience across diversified industries including FMCG, telecom, automotive, semi-durables and advertising with top-notch brands like HUL, Idea, Mahindra, Nerolac Paints, Hettich etc. A healthy mix of P&L driven marketing as well as pure play Brand roles with experience in both B2C and B2B marketing. Currently, the CMO for Hettich India and SAARC.
Proven track record in launching, restaging brands and developing integrated brand communication. A great passion for learning, looking at the larger picture, an inquisitive & analytical mindset, result orientation and leading by example have been the cornerstone of his professional career.
Recognized as one of the ‘Top 10 Best Marketing Heads of Asia 2023’ by CEO Insights Magazine and one of the ‘Most Admired Marketing Leaders’ by National Awards for Excellence forum. Has been part of the jury panel for many prestigious award forums.
Chief Marketing Officer
Maneesh Mishra
Chief Product and Marketing Officer, Bandhan Life
Maneesh Mishra is a 24 year veteran of the life insurance industry, covering various roles from marketing to product development sales strategy, sales promotion and corporate sales. His expertise in bancassurance and distribution partnerships has helped scale businesses, for companies like IndiaFirst Life Insurance and HDFC Life, where he successfully led new product initiatives and sales strategies. In HDFC Life, he was also instrumental in genesis of HDFC Life Pension Company as he led the project of starting this subsidiary under HDFC Life. In IndiaFirst Life, he was instrumental in opening of first Indian Life Insurance GIFT city branch as he led the project for starting this branch. He currently is working as Chief Product and Marketing Officer at Bandhan Life.
Rajesh Balachandran
Chief Marketing Officer, Muthoot FinCorp Ltd
Rajesh Balachandran, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Muthoot FinCorp Limited, is a seasoned marketing leader with over 25 years of experience spanning the Banking and Financial Services (BFSI), Telecom and FMCG sectors. Throughout his career, Rajesh has been instrumental in shaping renowned brands such as Muthoot FinCorp, Vodafone, Idea, Vi, Hutch and Reynolds.
With a profound expertise in marketing strategy, branding, media planning, public relations, creative direction, content marketing, digital transformation, and consumer analytics, Rajesh has orchestrated and executed large-scale campaigns that have significantly influenced brand perception and yielded measurable results. His innovative and customer-centric approach is evident through high-impact collaborations with iconic personalities and pioneering digital-first initiatives that have enhanced customer experiences.
Rajesh holds a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and a master’s degree in Management with a specialization in Marketing. His extensive experience and strategic vision continue to drive Muthoot FinCorp's marketing endeavours, solidifying its position in the industry.
Sachin Vashishtha
Chief Marketing Officer, Paisabazaar
Sachin Vashishtha is the CMO of Paisabazaar – India’s largest digital
marketplace for lending products and credit score platform. With over 15 years
of experience, Sachin is an accomplished marketer with a proven track record
of driving business growth through strategic and innovative marketing
campaigns.
As the CMO of Paisabazaar, Sachin spearheads the company's marketing
efforts, playing a pivotal role in enhancing brand visibility, customer
engagement, and revenue generation. Prior to Paisabazaar, Sachin dabbled
as an entrepreneur as the co-founder of a digital agency which handled more
than 25 accounts, spanning across industries such as Education, Travel,
BFSI, etc.
Sachin has diverse experience from working in organisations across BFSI,
Telecom, and Manufacturing sectors. Sachin is an engineer and holds a Post
Graduate Diploma in Management from International Management Institute-
IMI.
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Sagar Vira
Chief Marketing Officer, Reliance BP mobility Ltd
Sagar Vira is the Chief Marketing Officer at Jio-bp, bringing 25 years of diverse experience in sales and marketing across multiple categories, including oral care, home care, health food drinks, energy drinks, lubricants, and fuel. He has worked with some of the most well-known brands, such as Castrol, Complan, Glucon-D, Heinz, and Meswak, driving growth through strategic marketing and consumer-centric innovations.
A firm believer in purpose-driven marketing and digital transformation, Sagar is passionate about leveraging technology, sustainability, and innovation to enhance consumer experiences. His leadership style fosters creativity and collaboration, making a lasting impact on brands and businesses.
Beyond work, he is passionate about sustainability and leadership, inspiring the next generation of professionals to embrace change and drive meaningful impact.