CXO Lanes

Dr. Mukul Jain has joined HSAD , an LG -affiliated company, as the Digital Head of Strategy & Operations. With over 14 years of extensive experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and project management, Mukul is renowned for his strategic mindset and dynamic approach. His proven track record includes collaborations with prominent brands such as the Indian Air Force, Thai Airways, Taj Hotels, Startup India, Ministry of Shipping and ITDC. His expertise will be instrumental in driving HSAD's digital initiatives forward. HSAD, established in 1984 as an affiliate of the LG Group, is a global advertising agency specializing in comprehensive marketing and communication solutions. From creative concept development and media planning to brand marketing and digital strategies, HSAD has built a reputation for delivering innovative solutions across industries. With offices worldwide, including New York, London, Seoul, and New Delhi, HSAD continues to redefine advertising through i...

In an exclusive interview with CXO Lanes , Karan Ahuja , the Co-founder and CEO of AiVANTA , shared his visionary insights into the transformative power of Generative AI in the digital entertainment and enterprise communication landscape. With a stellar career spanning over 15 years at renowned organizations like Hindustan Times, MX Player, and Shemaroo Entertainment, Karan has consistently driven innovation at the intersection of content, technology, and monetization. As the driving force behind AiVANTA, Karan is on a mission to revolutionize video solutions across industries, emphasizing AI’s potential to elevate roles, enhance creativity, and redefine enterprise communication for a new era. What inspired you to enter the fields of advertising, content creation, and digital innovation during your early career? Karan Ahuja: My passion for consuming and creating content naturally guided my career toward content creation and digital innovation. Over time, I discovered the powerful inte...

Pooja Bose has been appointed as the Executive Vice President – Marketing, Corporate Communication & Sustainability at WERT International , marking an exciting new chapter in her illustrious career. Renowned for her expertise in green energy and corporate communications, Pooja brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to sustainability to her new role. Pooja's journey has been deeply rooted in green energy since completing her master’s in International Communication and Media Management at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia. Her career began with the prestigious German organization GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) , where she excelled as a Communications Specialist. During her tenure, she made significant contributions to the Indo-German Green Hydrogen Task Force , an initiative jointly chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz . This project highlighted her ability to foster international collabo...

Emami a leader in the Personal care and Ayurvedic business has appointed Dr. Ankur Chaturvedi as the ESG lead. Dr Chaturvedi has been appointed to an expanded role where he will now lead the company's ESG agenda alongside his current responsibilities as Associate Vice President for HSE (Health, Safety, Environment), Excellence, and Quality in Operations. This new position highlights Emami’s increased focus on ESG. It also recognizes Dr. Chaturvedi’s growing influence within the organization and his passion for driving impactful change in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Dr. Chaturvedi has been instrumental in implementing operational and quality excellence at Emami. His expanded responsibilities will include the integration of ESG strategies across all business functions, close collaboration with department heads, and the development of impactful initiatives. Dr. Chaturvedi’s new role aligns with Emami’s commitme...

Vinay Gupta ’s illustrious career spans over 30 years, marked by exceptional leadership in finance and strategy across diverse industries such as manufacturing, media, biotechnology, and retail. Having worked with promoter-led, shareholder-driven, and PE/VC-backed corporations across multiple geographies, Vinay brings a wealth of experience to the table. Over the course of his career, he has been instrumental in setting up 15 startups, including 8 greenfield projects and 7 brownfield projects , re-define processes by challenging the status quo, spearheaded multiple Automation and ERP implementations. Renowned for his ability to identify new territories and implement strategies for sustained growth, Vinay is an expert at thinking out of the box, breaking molds, and paving new paths. Vinay has built a reputation for transforming organizations through greenfield startups, from conceptualization to realization, with expertise in FDI clearances and integration . His leadership in brownfie...

Dr. PKC Bose, a renowned sustainability advocate and business leader, has been appointed as Chairman for BERGOLIN INDIA, a subsidiary of BERGOLIN GmbH & Co. KG , Germany, and Senior Executive Advisor to the Global Management Board. This significant milestone aligns with Dr. Bose's illustrious career, marked by his commitment to sustainability, innovation, and the successful establishment of global corporations in India. BERGOLIN GmbH & Co. KG , a 120-year-old, family-owned company based in Germany, is a global leader in specialty coatings used across diverse industries, including wind turbines, automotive, marine, railways, and infrastructure. With this appointment, Dr. Bose will spearhead the company’s Indian operations, bringing his extensive expertise in green energy, especially in wind energy, to further enhance BERGOLIN’s presence in the region. Notably, this move also marks the production of BERGOLIN's specialty coatings for wind turbine blades, nacelles, and towe...

Amit Gupta , Senior Vice President at HDFC Bank , is playing a key role in driving innovation and transformation in the banking industry. With nearly two decades of experience in banking and technology, his journey highlights how combining new ideas, clear strategy, and a focus on customers can shape the future of financial services. Amit’s illustrious career spans diverse roles across technology and functional banking. At HDFC Bank, he leads Corporate Internet and Mobile Banking, API Banking, and e-Cash Management Technology. His leadership has played a key role in designing digital strategies that streamline customer experiences and deliver strong business results in a fast-changing financial environment. Prior to HDFC Bank, Amit spent over 18 years at Kotak Mahindra Bank , holding various leadership roles in technology that shaped his expertise in areas like lending, credit solutions, treasury, core banking, information security, and offshore banking. His initiatives in cloud migra...