In this episode of Design Oops, Senthil Kumar, VP & Head of Design at Drawinbox. He shares his journey from architecture to UX design, insights on scaling design teams, best practices in design operations, and the importance of mentorship. He also discuss leadership transitions, hiring strategies, and balancing creativity with management.
In this episode of DesignOops, Gopal Upadhyay, Director of Design at Moglix, talks about his journey from animation to UX design. He discuss his career transitions, the differences between B2B and B2C design, working at service vs. product companies, and the evolving role of design leadership. Gopal also shares insights on cultivating ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and business-aligned design.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Shantanu Saha, CMO of METRO Wholesale, shares insights from his three-decade career, reflecting on how marketing has evolved while remaining a human-centered discipline. He discusses the importance of sales experience, the brand vs. agency debate, customer experience strategies, and why young marketers must embrace both analytics and real-world consumer interactions to succeed.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Shreya Sachdev, Associate Director & Head of Marketing at PUMA India, shares her career journey from IIM to leading at one of the world’s top sports brands. She discusses how to break into top-tier companies, her bold marketing strategies, the evolution of marketing, influencer trends, balancing creativity with data, and navigating brand-agency relationship.
In this episode of DesignOops, Shreyasi Roy, Director of User Experience Design at Salesforce, shares her journey from graphic design to leading UX at a global scale. She discusses the evolving role of designers, the art of simplification, building and scaling design teams, and how AI is shaping the future of design beyond aesthetics.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Ashish Babu, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer for Global Markets at TCS, shares his journey from PR to leading global marketing. He unpacks the art of B2B storytelling, the power of emotional connections in marketing, and how TCS leverages sponsorships like marathons to build brand affinity.
In this episode of DesignOops, Leena Jacob, VP of Design at Meesho, shares her journey from Yahoo to Flipkart, Intuit, Google, and now Meesho. She offers insights into breaking into big design teams, scaling teams, and transitioning into leadership. She also shares portfolio tips and career advice for aspiring designers.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Arvind Hangal, Marketing Director at Allied Blenders & Distillers (ABD) shares his journey from studying statistics to leading marketing teams across industries, including pharma and alco-bev. He discuss the balance between creativity and analytics in marketing, the value of consulting experience, and insights for aspiring marketers.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Resha Jain, Chief Brand Officer at GIVA, talks about her unique transition from law to marketing. She discusses her career shifts, building a strong brand, the role of agencies, and the future of live commerce in India. Resha shares practical advice for young marketers and founders on thriving in today’s dynamic landscape.
In this episode of DesignOops, Saurabh Soni, Head of Design at Razorpay, shares his journey from engineering to leading one of India’s largest in-house design teams. He discusses early influences, the power of tinkering, career advice for aspiring designers, and insights into India’s evolving design landscape.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, host Kavan Antani chats with Tippu Sultan Mohideen, Head of E-commerce & Digital Media at Atomberg. Tippu shares his unconventional career journey—from engineering to marketing—offering insights on career transitions, marketing’s blend of creativity and analytics, and leadership. Tune in for expert advice on building a successful marketing career!
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, we explore iconic brand marketing with Pratip Francis, GM – Head of Brand Marketing at MRF. Pratip reveals how MRF has built lasting trust in India by blending traditional and digital strategies. From impactful campaigns to CRM-driven engagement and leveraging marquee events, this conversation is packed with insights on building a legacy brand.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, we sits down with Anil Gurnani, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of TTK Prestige, to discuss his journey from engineering to leading sales and marketing at one of India’s most iconic brands. Anil shares insights on transitioning careers, the evolving role of a marketer, consumer behavior in India, and trends in the kitchenware industry. Tune in for expert marketing strategies and career advice!
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Shawn Chandy, CMO of Paragon Footwear, shares his journey from media planning to leading marketing for iconic brands. Shawn discusses his career journey, the role of curiosity in marketing, crafting consumer-centric campaigns, and lessons from initiatives like Raymond’s Garment Exchange Program. Tune in for insights on navigating a dynamic marketing landscape!
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Arvind R P, Chief Marketing Officer of McDonald’s India, shares his journey from statistics graduate to marketing leader. He discusses blending creativity with data, adapting to market trends, and offers actionable advice for aspiring marketers. A must-listen for insights on brand strategy and growth!
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks with IndieFolio, Rahul Karthikeyan, Chief Marketing Officer at Scaler and InterviewBit, shares his journey from sales to leading edtech marketing. He discusses the power of storytelling, balancing creativity with data, and advice for aspiring marketers and edtech startups. A masterclass in modern marketing and strategy!
In this episode of DesignOops! Rajat Shikhar, Co-founder & CPO of DealShare, shares his journey from IIT to building a unicorn. Learn how he designed for Tier 2 and 3 audiences, scaled product and design teams, and crafted customer-centric solutions. Don’t miss his advice for aspiring leaders and insights on driving outcomes through design! Tune in now!
In this episode of DesignOops! Santosh Hegde, VP of Design at Yubi Group, shares his journey from art graduate to design leader. Discover career advice for designers, the balance between creativity and analytics, the evolution of design leadership, and how AI is shaping the future of UX. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—tune in now!
In this episode of DesignOops, Harvinder Singh, Head of Design at Shiprocket, shares his journey from jewelry design to leading a design team at a tech unicorn. He discusses balancing creativity and business goals, the role of AI in design, building Shiprocket’s brand identity, and scaling a design system. Harvinder also offers career advice on transitioning into UI/UX and thinking like a design leader.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Sandeep Juneja, VP of Sales & Marketing at DHL, shares his journey from engineering to marketing leadership. He discusses career longevity, adapting to sustainability trends, and strategic partnerships like DHL’s IPL sponsorship. Sandeep also highlights the role of AI in logistics and marketing, offering valuable career advice for aspiring marketers.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Kunal Dubey, CMO of Wakefit, shares his unconventional journey from aspiring HR professional to marketing leader at top Indian internet companies like Flipkart, PhonePe, and now Wakefit. He discusses career resilience, crafting iconic campaigns like Flipkart’s Big Billion Days, and how Wakefit is redefining sleep through innovative marketing. tune it for valuable insights on blending creativity with business strategy.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Kunal Malhotra, CMO of Taco Bell India, shares his career journey from engineering to marketing leadership at Dabur, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and now Taco Bell. He discusses career pivots, building QSR brands, product innovation, and balancing online and offline growth. Tune in for actionable insights on career growth and brand strategy in the ever-evolving marketing world.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Ashwath Swaminathan, former Chief Growth & Marketing Officer of Swiggy, shares his journey to leading iconic brands at Unilever and driving growth at Swiggy. He discusses career pivots, marketing strategies, and balancing specialization with versatility. Tune in for valuable insights on customer-centric marketing and adapting to industry changes.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Azhar Tambuwala, Director of Sahyadri Farms, shares his inspiring journey into agriculture, marketing strategies for B2B and farmers, and building India’s largest farmer-owned company. He highlights challenges in the sector and massive opportunities for marketers and entrepreneurs in agriculture.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Sandeep Shukla, Sr. General Manager & Head of Marketing Communications at Jaquar Group, shares insights from his two-decade marketing journey. He discusses strategies for balancing creativity and data, the evolution of bathroom solutions, and leveraging digital tools while maintaining a personal touch in marketing.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Surya Narayanan, a seasoned marketer and Fractional CMO, shares insights from his 20+ year career, spanning agency roles to leading marketing for Wonderla. He discusses balancing passion and practicality, strategies for industry pivots, contrarian views on sponsorships, AI’s role in marketing, and driving growth in amusement parks.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Ashish Tiwari, CMO of Home Credit, shares his journey from aspiring physicist to marketing leader. He discusses how his background in math and physics shaped his data-driven approach, the role of digital transformation at Home Credit, and building consumer trust through financial literacy initiatives like Paisa Paathshala. Tune in to learn his insights on navigating marketing in the age of AI and the importance of lifelong learning.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Riaan Rodrigues, Head of D2C Business at Tata AIG, shares insights from his marketing journey across FMCG and BFSI. He discusses career pivots, customer-centric strategies, insurance penetration challenges, AI in marketing, and advice for aspiring marketers. Packed with actionable tips and industry wisdom, it’s a must-listen!
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Megha Agarwal, CMO at Table Space, shares insights from her career in FMCG and flexible workspaces. She discusses building cohesive marketing strategies, the evolution of B2B and B2C dynamics, and how marketing influences enterprise sales. Learn about brand building, leadership, and the future of managed offices.
In this episode of Marketing Mavericks, Chirag Shah, AGM of Marketing at BookMyShow, reflects on his decade-long journey in entertainment marketing. He shares insights on balancing digital-first performance marketing with offline strategies, driving retention in a movie-first ecosystem, and adapting to evolving trends in live events and OTT. Chirag also discusses the importance of creative campaigns, learning continuously, and the role AI may play in media and marketing.