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Almas Khan takes charge of Dun & Bradstreet India’s marketing revival
MUMBAI: Dun & Bradstreet India has recruited Almas Khan as head of marketing and CSR, tasking her with turbocharging the company’s brand presence and sharpening its competitive edge in a market hungry for data-driven insights.
Khan arrives from CRIF, where she oversaw marketing across the company’s Indian operations and led regional initiatives across the Middle East. Her two-decade track record spans digital transformation at ICICI Bank, where she revolutionised the lender’s digital channels and customer experience, plus stints at Western Union and Reliance Life.
The appointment signals Dun & Bradstreet’s ambitions to deepen relationships with clients and fortify its position as India’s go-to provider of business decisioning data and analytics. Khan will shepherd the company’s corporate social responsibility agenda whilst crafting marketing strategies to amplify the firm’s footprint across the subcontinent.
Managing director and chief executive of Dun & Bradstreet India, Avinash Gupta, said the hire would inject fresh dynamism into a rapidly evolving market. “Her innovative approach to marketing will strengthen our brand and deepen client engagement,” he noted.
Khan herself sounded bullish on the opportunity. “I’m inspired to join D&B’s legacy of trust and innovation,” she said. “As we harness AI and data-driven insights, I’m keen to collaborate on making D&B a true partner in powering India’s economic momentum at this defining moment of growth”.
The move underscores Dun & Bradstreet’s determination to punch harder in an increasingly competitive landscape where data, more than ever, means opportunity.
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
