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Hitesh Parashar Joins Knorr-Bremse India Pvt. Ltd. as Director – Quality RVS India

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Hitesh Parashar has recently joined Knorr-Bremse India Pvt. Ltd. as Director – Quality RVS India. In this strategic role, he will be responsible for leading the company’s quality function, ensuring robust systems, and driving continuous improvement across operations to deliver excellence. Hitesh brings with him a rich career spanning close to two decades in Quality Engineering and Assurance. Prior to this, he was associated with Mahindra and Mahindra Limited as Deputy General Manager (DH) – Quality Assurance. Over the years, he has gained extensive expertise in supplier quality assurance, customer quality assurance, Plant Quality, and new product development, making him a seasoned leader in the automotive and engineering industry. Before his tenure at Mahindra, Hitesh worked with JBM Group (Bus Division) as AGM – Quality Assurance & QS, and earlier held key roles at Subros Limited , Visteon Corporation , and Hi-Tech Gears Ltd . His diverse experience across reputed organizations...

Nupur Mehta Joins James Douglas India as Managing Partner

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Nupur Mehta has been appointed as the new Managing Partner of James Douglas India , marking a significant addition to the firm’s leadership team. With more than a decade of experience in leadership hiring, succession planning, and executive recruitment, she brings a proven track record of shaping mid-to-senior-level talent pipelines for organizations across industries. Her expertise will play a vital role in strengthening James Douglas India’s vision of helping companies secure the leaders of tomorrow. Over the course of her career, Nupur has built and scaled multiple practices with a strong focus on Healthcare & Life Sciences and Technology. Nupur has worked extensively with both startups and global conglomerates, enabling them to build high-performing teams and sustainable succession frameworks. Nupur’s appointment represents a new chapter for James Douglas India, as the firm continues to deepen its presence in leadership advisory and professional search. Her strong client orien...

Sanjay Kumar Sharma Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Biodeal Pharmaceuticals Limited

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We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Sanjay Kumar Sharma as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Biodeal Pharmaceuticals Limited. With over 32 years of distinguished experience in the global healthcare and pharmaceutical sector, Mr. Sharma brings a wealth of leadership, strategic vision, and transformative expertise to the organization. Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Sharma has held senior leadership roles, including President at Synokem Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd, as well as head representative positions at Ipca Laboratories Ltd in Russia and CIS countries and J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd in Ukraine. His track record demonstrates an exceptional ability to build both international export businesses and domestic pharma operations, driving them to remarkable success. His contributions to the pharmaceutical industry have been widely recognized. At the recently held Economic Times Healthcare Conclave 2025, Mr. Sharma was honore...

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐌𝐎: 2030 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝

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By Aruna Jathar The role of the Chief Marketing Officer is evolving faster than ever. By 2030, CMOs will not just manage marketing budgets — they will shape truth, technology, ecosystems, and communities in ways that redefine what leadership means in business. To succeed, they must blend honesty, fluency in technology, and a deep commitment to building lasting value. The future CMO begins with truth. They are the voice that brings reality into the boardroom — about customers, products, and experiences — even when the message is uncomfortable. These truth-tellers build credibility inside organizations and foster brands that audiences can trust outside them. But truth alone won’t suffice. The CMO of 2030 must be AI-aware yet human-led — able to harness artificial intelligence for speed and scale while keeping empathy, storytelling, and ethics at the center. Technology will be their amplifier, not their replacement. They’ll also need to be technically fluent and strategically sharp. Not c...

Pratap Chandra Panda Joins IAC Electricals as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Pratap Chandra Panda has taken on a new leadership role as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at IAC Electricals , based in Kolkata. With over 22 years of extensive HR leadership experience across manufacturing, steel and mining, R&D, FMCG, and services industries, he brings a wealth of knowledge in building high-performing teams and driving strategic human resource initiatives. At IAC Electricals, Pratap will be spearheading workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management, employee engagement, and leadership development to strengthen the company’s HR framework. Prior to joining IAC Electricals, Pratap served as Head HR at Thriveni EarthMovers Pvt. Ltd. , where he played a pivotal role in HR transformation, strategic workforce planning, and industrial relations. His previous roles also include Regional HR Head at Kurlon Enterprise Limited and multiple leadership positions in HR and IR at Thriveni EarthMovers, Misrilall Mines , Ferro Alloy...

Ms. Sowmya Prakash Joins Godrej Properties Limited as Zonal Head – Design & Strategy

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Ms. Sowmya Prakash has joined Godrej Properties Limited as Zonal Head – Design & Strategy, marking a significant milestone in her illustrious career spanning over 27 years in the real estate industry. In this strategic leadership role, Ms. Sowmya Prakash will be responsible for driving the design vision and strategy across the region, leading cross-functional collaboration, and delivering innovative, sustainable, and customer-centric spaces that align with Godrej Properties’ long-term business objectives. With deep expertise in architecture, design management, feasibility analysis, project management, and value engineering, Sowmya has successfully delivered high-impact design solutions across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Her career includes senior leadership roles at some of India’s most respected real estate organizations, including Puravankara Group (Provident Housing Ltd) , Mantri Developers , Sattva Group , DLF , and TSI Ventures . Most recently, she s...

Dheeraj Shetty Joins Dhoot Transmission Pvt. Ltd. as Vice President – HR & Admin (Group HR Head)

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Dheeraj Shetty has joined Dhoot Transmission Pvt. Ltd. as the Vice President – HR & Admin (Group HR Head), bringing with him over 27 years of rich experience in human resources leadership, across diverse industries. In his new role, he will be spearheading the HR and administrative functions for the company, driving people-centric strategies that align with organizational growth and innovation. Throughout his career, Dheeraj has successfully led HR initiatives across automotive, EV, petrochemical, solar, engineering, aerospace, telecom, and technology sectors. He has been instrumental in shaping organizational culture, enhancing employee engagement, and implementing talent development frameworks. His focus on leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and employee well-being has positioned him as a trusted HR leader who balances business goals with people-first strategies. Before joining Dhoot Transmission, Dheeraj held key leadership positions at Ultraviolette Automotive ,...

Samit Kumar Mishra Joins Godrej & Boyce as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category

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Samit Kumar Mishra has joined Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited , part of the Godrej Enterprises Group, as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category. In his new role, Samit will be responsible for overseeing product strategy, driving market expansion, and strengthening the company’s presence in the washing machine segment across India. With over 26 years of extensive experience in the consumer electronics and retail industry, Samit is a seasoned professional specializing in sales, product management, P&L management, business development, and trade marketing. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead high-performing teams, implement growth-focused strategies, and optimize revenue across multi-channel sales ecosystems. Before joining Godrej & Boyce, Samit held senior leadership roles at prominent organizations including Samsung Electronics , Videocon Consumer Durables, LG Electronics , Philips India, and IFB Industries . Most r...

Joypratip Sengupta Joins Airtel Nigeria as Senior Vice President

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Joypratip Sengupta has taken on a new leadership role as Senior Vice President at Airtel Nigeria , one of Africa’s largest telecom operators. Based in Lagos, he joins the Executive Committee and will be spearheading nationwide Sales & Distribution. With Airtel Nigeria serving over 60 million customers, Joypratip’s mandate includes driving growth across GSM, Smartcash, and Home Broadband businesses while advancing channel digitization, distribution expansion, and deeper market penetration strategies in one of the world’s most competitive telecom markets. Prior to this, Joypratip served as Chief Sales & Distribution Officer at Ooredoo Tunisie , where he led a sweeping commercial transformation. His contributions in Tunisia included expanding retail presence, strengthening partner ecosystems, and driving channel digitization. Notably, he orchestrated the entry into the 5G market, positioning Ooredoo as a customer-first digital operator in the North African telecom landscape. His...

Adarsh Aaron Joins Native as Director of Retained Search and HR Advisory Business

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Adarsh Aaron has joined Native as the Director of its Retained Search and HR Advisory Business, becoming an integral part of the group’s ambitious journey to build India’s first integrated talent solutions organization—made in India, by India, for India. This new chapter comes after 16 years of Native’s legacy of partnering with over 900 corporates, across 14 practice areas, successfully placing more than 8,000 leaders and 1,100 CXOs. Adarsh brings with him over 15 years of rich experience in executive search and leadership hiring across global and Indian markets. Most recently, he served as Client Director at EMA Partners , where he worked extensively on senior leadership mandates across industries. Prior to this, he held key roles at The Taplow Group S.A. as Associate Principal and earlier as Senior Associate, strengthening his expertise in CXO-level hiring and client engagement. Earlier in his career, Adarsh was associated with Novo Nordisk as a Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, ...

Rewati Deshpande Appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Vibrant Energy

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Rewati Deshpande has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Director at Vibrant Energy , marking a significant milestone in women’s leadership within the renewable energy sector. With more than two decades of rich experience across corporate finance, commercial contracting, treasury, global markets, economics, risk management, taxation, project planning, and renewable energy, she now takes on a pivotal role to shape Vibrant Energy’s financial strategy and growth. Her diverse professional journey across industries such as banking, steel, oil, shipping, power, and transmission equips her with a broad perspective to navigate evolving business challenges and drive impactful outcomes. Prior to this, Rewati served as Head of Finance – Renewable Energy Business at ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India , and later as Head of Finance and IT at AM Green Energy Pvt. Ltd., an ArcelorMittal-owned renewable power company. Over her 3.5-year tenure, she was instrumental in establishing the renewabl...

Samit Kumar Mishra Joins Godrej & Boyce as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category

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Samit Kumar Mishra has joined Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited , part of the Godrej Enterprises Group, as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category. In his new role, Samit will be responsible for overseeing product strategy, driving market expansion, and strengthening the company’s presence in the washing machine segment across India. With over 26 years of extensive experience in the consumer electronics and retail industry, Samit is a seasoned professional specializing in sales, product management, P&L management, business development, and trade marketing. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead high-performing teams, implement growth-focused strategies, and optimize revenue across multi-channel sales ecosystems. Before joining Godrej & Boyce, Samit held senior leadership roles at prominent organizations including Samsung Electronics , Videocon Consumer Durables, LG Electronics , Philips India, and IFB Industries . Most r...

THE OVERLOAD SYNDROME AND WHAT CFOs MUST DO ABOUT IT

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by Aditya K Mehta The modern finance leader must sit down and ask: Am I still in an accounting frame, or am I re-anchored in enterprise value, culture, and complexity? The rewrite is full-scale. The final frontier belongs to those who lead between the numbers, not behind them. Despite this expanded scope, CFOs are under pressure. Decision fatigue and analysis paralysis are common. Data overload and the fear of failure can freeze leaders. CFOs juggle endless communications and meetings, making prioritization, delegation, and focus the new currency of effective leadership. There’s also an emotional toll. Many CFOs operate in high-stakes, low-thanks environments. When strategy succeeds, credit often flows to the CEO or business line leaders. When things go awry, only finance is expected to fix it. Navigating this dynamic requires not just competence, but resilience & humility. To thrive, finance leaders must rewrite themselves, not merely add to their portfolios. - Lead culture and ca...

Vaishali Jambotkar Joins ARPAN as Associate Director – People & Culture, Administration and IT

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Vaishali Jambotkar has stepped into a new chapter of her professional journey by joining ARPAN as the Associate Director – People & Culture, Administration and IT. Based in Mumbai, this role will see her driving the organization’s people-first agenda while also strengthening administrative and IT functions to create a seamless work environment. With her diverse expertise, Vaishali is well-positioned to contribute to ARPAN’s mission of impact and excellence. Before taking on this exciting role, Vaishali served as Regional HR Lead at TeamLease Foundation , where she led employee lifecycle management and enhanced people processes. Her leadership was instrumental in streamlining HR practices and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Prior to that, she was the Head of HR, Administration, L&D and Volunteering at Kotak Education Foundation , where she successfully drove HR transformation, performance management, and people analytics to build stronger and more engaged teams. A...

Samit Kumar Mishra Joins Godrej & Boyce as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category

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Samit Kumar Mishra has joined Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited , part of the Godrej Enterprises Group, as General Manager – All India Product Lead, Washing Machine Category. In his new role, Samit will be responsible for overseeing product strategy, driving market expansion, and strengthening the company’s presence in the washing machine segment across India. With over 26 years of extensive experience in the consumer electronics and retail industry, Samit is a seasoned professional specializing in sales, product management, P&L management, business development, and trade marketing. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead high-performing teams, implement growth-focused strategies, and optimize revenue across multi-channel sales ecosystems. Before joining Godrej & Boyce, Samit held senior leadership roles at prominent organizations including Samsung Electronics , Videocon Consumer Durables , LG Electronics , Philips India , and IFB Industries . Most ...

Abhay Inamdar has joined Immacule Lifesciences as Vice President – Projects & Engineering

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Abhay Inamdar has joined Immacule Lifesciences as Vice President – Projects & Engineering, bringing over three decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. In this role, he will oversee large-scale engineering projects, ensure global regulatory compliance, and lead initiatives in digitisation, automation, and sustainable operations across Immacule and Acme sites. With a strong background in greenfield and brownfield projects, he has successfully implemented advanced engineering practices aligned with international standards. Abhay’s leadership journey includes senior roles at Akums , Amneal , Dr. Reddy’s , Actavis (Teva) , Ranbaxy , and Wockhardt , where he played a key role in enhancing engineering capabilities, compliance readiness, and operational efficiency. His expertise spans design engineering and facility setup for complex injectables, oncology, biosimilars (DS & DP), OSD, and API domains, ensuring adherence to stringent global regulations. Throughout his car...

Mr. Chandan Thakur has been appointed as the Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at BankU (India) Limited

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Chandan Thakur has been appointed as the Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at BankU (India) Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing FinTech enterprises. His joining marks a key milestone in BankU’s journey to accelerate digital transformation and expand financial inclusion across the country. With a strong background in technology-driven innovation, Mr. Thakur will lead the company’s technology roadmap, oversee digital infrastructure, and drive AI-powered product development. His vision and leadership are expected to play a crucial role in reshaping digital banking experiences and empowering users with secure, accessible, and next-generation financial services. Welcoming him into the leadership team, Mr. A.K. Mehra, Founder & CEO of BankU (India) Limited, shared: “We are delighted to welcome Chandan as Co-Founder & CTO. His expertise and strategic outlook will be instrumental in scaling BankU’s offerings and building cutting-edge digital financial solutions that ...

Kannan KCS Joins Quess Corp Limited as CBO – Business Head, Manufacturing & Industrials

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Kannan KCS has joined Quess Corp Limited as the CBO – Business Head, Manufacturing & Industrials, bringing with him a wealth of experience in business strategy, operations leadership, and skill development. Known for his expertise in staffing industries, CSR initiatives, and large-scale business transformation, Kannan steps into this role with a clear vision to strengthen market positioning and drive sustainable growth in the manufacturing and apprenticeship space. In his new position, Kannan will be responsible for defining and driving the long-term vision for the Manufacturing & Industrials vertical, ensuring business scalability, profitability, and operational excellence. He will oversee enterprise-level P&L, anticipate industry trends, and design strategies that enhance competitiveness while engaging with key stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure governance and compliance. His focus will also be on building high-performing teams and fostering a cultur...

Rajiv Singh Bhadoria Joins Kshema General Insurance Limited as Chief Operations Officer

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Rajiv Singh Bhadoria has joined Kshema General Insurance Limited as the Chief Operations Officer, taking charge of the organization’s operations and strategic execution. With a career spanning over two decades in the insurance sector, Rajiv brings a wealth of experience in agency management, zonal leadership, and operational excellence to his new role. Prior to this, Rajiv spent over 17 years at Reliance Nippon Life Insurance, where he held several key Business Head positions including Head of CDA, Head of Agency, and Zonal Business Head. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in scaling various business operations, driving performance nationally, and strengthening customer-centric business practices. His leadership in head quarters and key markets nationally helped establish high-performing teams and robust operational frameworks. Before joining Reliance Nippon Life Insurance , Rajiv served as Head – East at Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd., where he led the tied agency b...

Prem Kumar Ganesan joins Merkle Sokrati as Vice President – Technology

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Prem Kumar Ganesan has joined Merkle Sokrati , a dentsu company, as Vice President – Technology. With a remarkable career spanning global corporations, startups, and entrepreneurial ventures, Prem brings a wealth of experience in customer experience, marketing automation, and digital transformation. In his new role, he will spearhead initiatives to accelerate digital adoption, create personalized experiences at scale, and design customer journeys that drive measurable business outcomes. Throughout his career, Prem has built and led high-performing teams, delivering innovative, data-driven marketing strategies that maximize ROI and enhance customer lifetime value. He has previously established the Adobe Experience Cloud practice from the ground up, implementing multi-channel strategies for global brands and helping them harness the full potential of martech platforms. His expertise spans solution architecture, campaign management, and Adobe Experience Platform, ensuring both strategic...

Kallol Ghosh Joins S. S. Logistics – one of Eastern India’s leading supply chain management and consulting firms as Business Head

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Kallol Ghosh has taken on the role of Business Head at S. S. Logistics , one of Eastern India’s leading supply chain management and consulting firms. In this new role, he will focus on scaling operations, strengthening logistics efficiency, and building sustainable strategies to support the company’s growth journey across the building materials sector. With over three decades of rich experience, Kallol brings a 360-degree perspective of the building materials and logistics industry. His career spans leadership roles at prestigious organizations such as Holcim , Adani Group , Dalmia Bharat Limited , Binani Cement Ltd , Larsen & Toubro , and J K White Cement , where he specialized in supply chain management, logistics optimization, and cement distribution at both regional and pan-India levels. He has also specialized in cement pricing and volume tracking across India, working as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) with consulting firms, while building strong networks with industry leaders...

Satish BG appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Uniservice Facility Management.

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Satish BG has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Uniservice Facility Management , taking on a pivotal leadership role to drive operational excellence, service innovation, and nationwide growth within India’s rapidly expanding property management sector. Satish brings over 13 years of expertise in property management operations, with a proven track record in strategic leadership, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction. He has held high-impact roles, including Deputy General Manager at Total Environment (Property Management, Bangalore & Telangana), Cluster Manager at Uniservice (Bangalore East Zone), and Operations Manager at Propgod Services (Karnataka). Across these positions, Satish has been instrumental in streamlining facility operations, enhancing service delivery standards, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and driving efficiency and value creation in highly competitive environments At Uniservice, Satish will lead the transformation of property ma...

Manish Singh Elevates to Chief Business Officer at Leverage, Steering the Consumer Business to New Heights

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Manish Singh has been appointed as the Chief Business Officer (CBO) for the Consumer Business at Leverage , effective July 2025. In his new role, Manish will spearhead strategic growth initiatives, strengthen operational excellence, and drive the consumer business vertical to achieve greater scale and impact. His appointment underscores Leverage’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions and expanding its footprint in the consumer sector. Prior to this elevation, Manish served as Senior Vice President at Leverage, where he played a pivotal role in business strategy, sales channel development, and team management. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in optimizing operations, driving revenue growth, and strengthening organizational capabilities within the consumer business. Manish brings over a decade of rich experience across leading organizations including Pristyn Care , OYO , Ola , Paytm , and Hector Beverages. At Pristyn Care, he held roles ranging from Vice Presid...

Rajesh Singhal Appointed as CEO and Director of Onlineteksupport IT Solutions (P) Ltd

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Rajesh Singhal has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer and Director at Onlineteksupport IT Solutions (P) Ltd, bringing decades of rich experience in technology, sales, and business leadership to the company. Based in Bengaluru, Rajesh joins Onlineteksupport to steer the company’s strategic growth and strengthen its footprint in the IT solutions sector. Prior to this role, Rajesh had an extensive tenure at Dell Technologies , where he spent over eight years in senior leadership positions. Most recently, he served as Director of Channels, leading West & Emerging Channels, and earlier managed RSM Channels across South & East India. His leadership was instrumental in expanding Dell’s enterprise and channel ecosystem across multiple regions. Before Dell, Rajesh held key positions at Pramati Technologies as Vice President, where he managed the WaveMaker RADD Platform business across the Asia Pacific, and at Oracle as Director, overseeing Oracle Systems Business for South a...

Basappa Manappa Appointed as Committee Member for CII CFO Excellence Awards 2025

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Basappa Manappa has been appointed as a Committee Member for the prestigious CII CFO Excellence Awards 2025, marking a significant milestone in his remarkable career as one of India’s most respected financial leaders. With over 16 years of strategic experience across listed companies, joint ventures, and multi-location operations, he brings deep expertise in corporate finance, taxation, governance, and strategic leadership. Currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer (Key Managerial Personnel) at INDIC EMS Electronics Pvt. Ltd. , an Indo-Spanish joint venture, one of the leading the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) sector, Basappa has played a pivotal role in driving financial strategies. His leadership has spanned across fundraising, treasury management, investor relations, and compliance, with successful contributions across diverse funding avenues including debt, swaps, equity, FDI, ECB, venture capital, and private equity. His ability to align capital structures with ...

Anil Tahlani Joins MyBranch Services as Vice President – Strategy & Growth

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Anil Tahlani has joined MyBranch Services, the real estate arm of the Narayan Bhargav Group, as Vice President – Strategy & Growth. With over 25 years of diverse experience across industries including export, retail, facility management, OOH advertising, and coworking, Anil brings a wealth of expertise in operations, client relations, and business growth to his new position. In his new role at MyBranch Services, Anil will focus on cultivating value-driven partnerships, driving strategic growth, and ensuring sustainable business impact. His responsibilities include identifying potential risks, strengthening client relationships, and implementing proactive strategies to mitigate challenges. Known for his ability to navigate complex situations with agility, he will play a key role in aligning business objectives with long-term organizational success. Prior to joining MyBranch Services, Anil served as Principal Consultant at Protiviti India and as Vice President – Strategic Transacti...

Bharat Sethi Joins Havells India Ltd as Joint Vice President – Water Heater & Air Cooler

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Bharat Sethi has joined Havells India Ltd as the Joint Vice President for the Water Heater and Air Cooler divisions. With over two decades of experience across sales, marketing, and business leadership, Bharat brings a wealth of expertise to his new role, reinforcing Havells’ commitment to innovation and customer-focused growth. Bharat’s professional journey began with roles at Kajaria Ceramics Limited and Asian Paints , where he gained early experience in business development and project sales. He further honed his skills at Philips Consumer Electronics and LG Electronics , taking on regional sales responsibilities and building a strong foundation in strategic sales management. In his subsequent role at BSH Home Appliances Group as National Sales Manager for Built-in Appliances, Bharat excelled in business development and sales process optimization. From July 2021 to September 2025, he served as Business Head at Hettich India Pvt. Ltd ., overseeing the appliance business for Indi...

CXOs in the Age of Disruption: Why Leadership Cycles Are Shortening — and What Defines Leaders Who Endure

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Today’s leadership landscape is defined by relentless disruption. Geopolitical uncertainty, volatile macro environments, and rapid technology shifts have redefined the rules of the C-suite. Boards demand faster results, investors show less patience, . The outcome? Shrinking leadership tenures across industries. In an exclusive conversation with CXO Lanes , Pankaj Minglani , Founder of Chieftain Search decodes why leadership cycles are getting shorter and what it means for the future of business. Why Are Tenures Shortening? “Not long ago, CEOs and other C-suite leaders had the luxury of multi-year tenures to shape strategy. That era is gone,” says Pankaj. Global trade wars, sanctions, and shifting policies force leaders to juggle compliance, diplomacy, and continuity. Economic slowdowns and impatient investors create a constant tension between quarterly results and long-term growth. Meanwhile, technology disruption—AI, automation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation—is moving fas...

Ravi Singh Joins ANAROCK Property Consultants Pvt. Ltd. as Assistant Vice President

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Ravi Singh has stepped into a new role as Assistant Vice President at ANAROCK Property Consultants Pvt. Ltd ., marking a significant milestone in his professional journey within the real estate sector. With over a decade of experience, Ravi brings strong expertise in sales, strategy, and business development, along with a proven record of driving growth and building long-term client trust. Before joining ANAROCK, Ravi spent more than four years at The Guardians Real Estate Advisory , where he advanced through roles such as Deputy Manager, Manager, and most recently, Site Lead. His contributions in leading teams, designing growth strategies, and nurturing customer relationships played a key role in the company’s success during his tenure. Ravi’s professional background also includes valuable experience with Acme Housing , ANAROCK (from 2017–2018), Tech Mahindra Business Services , and Jagjeet Kalyani Realty Consultant . Over the years, he has developed deep skills in Operation and exec...

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬: 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐫𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐀𝐦 𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧

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With over 28 years of experience in the building materials industry, Manoj Kumar Mishra has witnessed firsthand the challenges that sales professionals encounter in an increasingly complex & competitive market. From understanding intricate product specifications to managing dealer networks, handling project approvals, & navigating the evolving roles of architects, contractors, & consultants, he realized that traditional, generic sales training simply wasn’t enough. It was this insight, coupled with a passion for empowering others, that inspired him to create 𝐈 𝐀𝐦 𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧 — first of a kind & only industry-specific training platform dedicated exclusively to building materials sales & marketing. The idea behind I Am a Salesman emerged from a simple but powerful observation: while the building materials industry was booming, sales professionals often lacked the practical knowledge & industry-specific skills needed to truly excel. Generic motivational...

Preeti Singh Joins Dhoot Transmission Pvt. Ltd. as Assistant Vice President – Human Resources

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Preeti Singh has joined Dhoot Transmission Pvt. Ltd . as Assistant Vice President – Human Resources, taking on a pivotal leadership role at a time when the company is in an exciting phase of expansion and growth. With over 19+  years of rich experience in talent management, organizational development (OD) interventions, and strategic HR leadership, Preeti’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on building a strong people agenda that fuels business transformation. In this senior role, Preeti will be heading the HR function, driving large-scale OD and talent management initiatives, and embedding forward-looking HR strategies to strengthen organizational agility, innovation, and inclusivity. She will be spearheading key interventions in leadership development, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement, ensuring HR remains a true business enabler. Preeti’s career spans leadership positions across diverse industries. She has served as Head HR at BVG India Li...

Vishal Vashistha Joins QT Group as Global Business Development Director – Micro Mobility

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Vishal Vashistha Joins QT Group as Global Business Development Director – Micro Mobility, where he will spearhead growth across diverse mobility use cases including motorcycles, scooters, 3-wheelers, recreational vehicles, and industrial/commercial vehicles across both ICE and EV segments. In his new role, Vishal will be responsible for leading business strategy, go-to-market execution, and customer engagement in close collaboration with the sales, marketing, and product teams. He will also play a key role in defining and steering product roadmaps, value propositions, and positioning strategies based on market feedback, customer needs, and competitive insights. With over 18 years of rich experience in the automotive industry, Vishal brings deep expertise in sales, business strategy, GTM planning, marketing, and brand building across domestic and international markets. He has held leadership positions at renowned organizations such as Ola Electric , Renault , Tata Motors , Bajaj Auto ...

Yashwant Mishra is promoted as Managing Director at Benzene Ring Learning Solutions

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Yashwant Mishra has stepped into the role of Managing Director at Benzene Ring Learning Solutions , bringing with him over 30 years of expertise in pharma sales training, leadership development, and organizational capability building. In his new role, he will be spearheading initiatives to partner with organizations across India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, addressing performance gaps and designing training solutions that enable high-performance teams. With a career spanning more than three decades, Yashwant has worked with leading pharmaceutical companies including Cipla , Abbott Healthcare, Unichem Laboratories , UCB , Piramal Healthcare , and Wockhardt Ltd. His extensive experience ranges from sales and business management to learning and development, with a strong focus on leadership programs, outbound team building, psychometric assessments, and digital learning. His efforts have also extended to international markets, where he has successfully conducted workshops in Kenya, Cambodia, ...

Yashpal Singh Rao Joins Seeds of Innocence & Home IVF as Chief Growth Officer

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Yashpal Singh Rao has been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) at Seeds of Innocence & Home IVF , one of India’s fastest-growing fertility chains. With over 15 years of leadership experience in the IVF and healthcare sector, Yashpal is well-recognized for driving growth, scaling multi-city operations, and building sustainable business models across both Indian and international markets. Prior to this appointment, Yashpal held senior leadership roles at Indira IVF , India’s largest IVF chain, and ART Fertility Clinics , a global network of advanced fertility centers. In these positions, he was instrumental in turning around underperforming centers, strengthening patient acquisition strategies, enhancing patient trust, and expanding footprints in highly competitive markets. At Seeds of Innocence & Home IVF, Yashpal will be responsible for leading B2C growth, enhancing call center excellence, driving business development, and spearheading international expansion. His focu...