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D&AD and Kyoorius FYIday present: Could your Bronze have been a Gold?
MUMBAI: D&AD has announced two special seminar events in partnership with Kyoorius FYIday, unlocking the secrets to impressing the juries at the world’s biggest awards shows.
Hosted by D&AD Chief Executive Tim Lindsay, the session will help you understand what jurors look for in submitted work, how the dynamics of a large and multinational jury differ from domestic and how juries compare work when arriving at a final decision.
Each seminar lasts two hours and offers invaluable insight into how to tell stories about your entries that global juries can understand, as well as a chance to put questions to the head of one of the industry’s toughest and most prestigious award shows. The talks will be held at the following:
· Monday 19 January – Mumbai
9:00 – 11:00 at Café Zoe, Todi/Mathurdas Mills, N.M. Joshi Marg Lower Parel, Mumbai 400013
· Tuesday 20 January – Delhi
9:00 – 11:00 at Amici Café, Ground Floor, Cyber Hub, DLF Cyber City, NH 8, Phase 2, Gurgaon, Haryana 122002
Tickets cost RS.1600/- and are inclusive of breakfast and all taxes.
Tim Lindsay, Chief Executive of D&AD commented, “I’m delighted to be travelling over to India once again, this time to take part in a special edition of Kyoorius’ FYIday. Over the past few years through our partnership with Kyoorius I’ve been able to experience first hand some of the fantastic creative work that is being produced by Indian agencies. I’m in no doubt that the quality is high enough to win honours at the world’s biggest shows and these sessions will give you the confidence and insight to go out and do just that.”
Commenting on this, Rajesh Kejriwal, Founder CEO, Kyoorius said, “Story telling is the most critical part about the entries for any awards. It can completely change the outlook of an entry. We’re very happy to have Tim Lindsay on board to share his expertise and guide the industry.”
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PropertyPistol appoints Hemant Bajaj as chief marketing officer
Proptech firm taps global marketing leader to sharpen brand and growth strategy.
MUMBAI: In the fast moving world of proptech, building homes may be the business, but building the brand is just as crucial. Propertypistol, the proptech driven real estate advisory platform, has appointed Hemant Bajaj as its chief marketing officer (CMO) as the company looks to strengthen its brand narrative and accelerate growth across markets. Bajaj will lead the company’s marketing operations across multiple geographies, overseeing brand strategy, integrated marketing initiatives and revenue aligned growth programmes as Propertypistol prepares for its next phase of expansion.
The appointment comes at a time when the proptech sector is seeing rapid digital adoption, with companies increasingly focusing on leadership talent capable of combining technology, data driven marketing and customer experience.
Bajaj brings experience spanning India, South East Asia and the Middle East, where he has worked on scaling brands and leading digital transformation initiatives across multiple industries. His work in the marketing and media ecosystem recently earned him recognition as a ‘Powerhouse Leader’ at the Mastermind Awards in Dubai, highlighting his track record in managing high impact marketing mandates.
Propertypistol founder and managing director Ashish Narain Agarwal said the appointment comes at a pivotal stage in the company’s journey as it looks to strengthen its market presence.
“Hemant’s appointment comes at a defining moment for us. As we scale our market position, it is vital to have leadership that blends strategic vision with executional depth. Hemant’s deep understanding of brand and business alignment will be instrumental as we redefine the proptech landscape,” Agarwal said.
Bajaj said Propertypistol’s technology first approach to real estate advisory was one of the key reasons behind his decision to join the company.
“Propertypistol has established itself as a technology first platform that is redefining how investors navigate the property market. Having led marketing transformations across international borders and fast paced industries, I recognise the exceptional strength of the foundation built here,” he said.
He added that his focus would be on accelerating the company’s digital marketing capabilities while building strategies that deliver sustained value for customers and partners worldwide.
The leadership move reflects Propertypistol’s broader effort to strengthen its executive team as the proptech industry evolves rapidly. With property search, advisory and transactions increasingly shifting online, companies in the sector are investing heavily in marketing intelligence and digital platforms to stay competitive.
By bringing Bajaj on board, Propertypistol is betting that sharper brand positioning and technology led marketing will help it stand out in an increasingly crowded digital real estate marketplace.
