MAM
Camlin, Bisleri to sponsor Designer Hunt 2003
MUMBAI: Several brands seem to have been bitten by the fashion bug and are using youth specific events to communicate their features, advantages and benefits.
In a one-of-its-kind fashion show in India, students of fashion designing institutes and the fashion industry will come together at the Designer Hunt 2003 to be held on 13 August at Mikanos in Mumbai. Camlin, Sab Miller, Bisleri, Baba Awards are some of the brands that are sponsoring this creative talent hunt event conceptualised and organised by ITEAM Events.
A press release says that Designer Hunt 2003 is also being supported by garment associations like the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and the Cloth Manufacturers’ Association of India (CMAI). Bharattextile.com is the official online partner for the event.
The release quotes Yusuf Dohadwala of ITEAM Events as saying, “Designer Hunt 2003 is a sincere attempt to support young talent, providing them with a platform to unleash their creative streak and showcase their collections. The event is an opportunity to create a concrete connection between fashion schools and the fashion industry.”
The release states that for the first time, an event will mark the convergence of students, teachers, designers, garment exporters, boutique owners, retailers and celebrities, all assembled to witness liberation of creativity from its golden cage. The jury for the fashion show will include connoisseurs like Anita Dongre, Payal Singhal and Jaswinder Sachdev.
Dohadwala says, “We have chosen the theme of the fashion show as ‘Freedom-speak your mind’, as the event provides the young designers a world of creative independence to unfurl their imagination.”
Thirty finalists have been short listed from over 160 entries received from fashion designing students in Mumbai, Pune and Gujarat. Finalists from institutes like Nirmala Niketan, Rachna Sansad, JD Institute, Arena Multimedia, National Academy, Fashion Institute and Rai Foundation, amongst others, will display their collections through a fashion show choreographed by ace fashion choreographer Shaikh Shakir.
MAM
PwC India announces leadership change in Deals practice
Shashank Jain steps down as co-leader after nearly three decades with the firm.
MUMBAI: When one dealmaker steps off the pitch, another is ready to take the baton because in the fast-moving world of transactions, the game never really stops. PwC India has announced a leadership transition in its Deals practice, with Shashank Jain stepping down from his role as co-leader to pursue an opportunity in the industry. The practice will continue to be led by Mohit Chopra, ensuring continuity and sustained growth momentum.
PwC India partner and leader for advisory dinesh Arora paid tribute to Jain’s contributions. “We deeply appreciate the significant contributions made by Shashank over close to three decades he has spent with PwC, particularly his defining role in shaping and strengthening our Transaction Services practice in India,” he said. Arora highlighted Jain’s support for clients through some of the most complex and significant transactions in the Indian market, noting his deep technical expertise, sound judgment and nuanced understanding of the evolving M&A landscape.
The Deals practice remains a key growth driver for PwC India, and the firm expects continued expansion under Mohit Chopra’s leadership. He will continue to guide clients through complex transactions and transformational business moments, building on the strong foundation established over the years.
Reflecting on his journey, Shashank Jain said, “I have had an exceptional journey at PwC. I owe my growth and learning to the nurturing environment and leadership development that PwC provided.” He added that he had been working closely with Mohit and the larger team to ensure a smooth transition and expressed confidence that Chopra would take the Deals practice to newer heights.
From intern to respected deals leader, Shashank Jain has clearly closed many successful transactions and now, it seems, he’s ready to strike a new deal of his own.
