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Eggfirst wins Maya Digital’s creative biz
MUMBAI: Mumbai-based advertising agency Eggfirst has been awarded Maya Digital‘s In-Studio (MIST) training programme creative mandate.
The campaign is scheduled to launch in a few weeks from now with a media mix that predominantly involves print and radio.
Maya Digital is an animation and VFX studio in India. The mandate requires the agency to drive the training programme‘s creative campaign.
According to a joint press statement from the brand and agency, Eggfirst‘s bull‘s-eye strategic solution clinched it for them. Eggfirst identified MIST‘s in-studio training that allows students to learn on the job, as a key selling point, converting it into the core communication strategy.
MIST studio ops head Aruna Kumar said, “There are several animation training institutes out there with good credentials and reputation. But what differentiates MIST is the opportunity to work on live projects of Maya Digital Studio. That‘s what gets students a true beginning into careers on live real work. And that‘s what Eggfirst was able to translate aptly into creative. Once the campaign is released shortly, you‘ll see then strategic accuracy in the creative.”
Eggfirst invested its energies in getting the core messaging right. Eggfirst VP Ashish Banka said, “We believe in paying more than just a lip service to do research well and arrive at the core insight. We realized that animation aspirants are looking at something more than just training; they are seeking a live experience. And there was the match between the expectation and the promise. It‘s a privilege working with a brand as reputable as Maya Digital Studio.”
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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.
