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Ashwani Gupta is the new CEO of Adani Ports and SEZ
Mumbai: In recent developments, Ashwani Gupta joins Adani Group and SEZ as chief executive officer. Ashwani Gupta is a globally recognised professional having more than 30 years of experience in automotive, manufacturing, and retail domains.
According to his LinkedIn post on 5 January 2024, Ashwani Gupta joins Adani Ports and SEZ (Special Economic Zone). Earlier he served at Nissan Motor Corporation as Director, Representative, and chief operating officer where he handled communication, strategy planning, project management, and other corporate functions.
While expressing his joy for a new position in the LinkedIn post said, ‘ I am delighted to announce that I have joined Adani Group whose vision is to be a world-class leader in businesses that enrich lives and contribute to nations building infrastructure through sustainable value creation, as CEO of Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone (APSEZ).
APSEZ is the flagship business of the group whose target is to emerge as the world’s largest port company by 2030 with Strategic assets across the globe offering integrated logistics services with the value chain ecosystem.’
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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.
