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GroupM appoints Gurpreet Singh as head of performance for GroupM Nexus India
Mumbai: GroupM, WPP’s media investment group, has announced the appointment of Gurpreet Singh as the head of performance at GroupM Nexus in India. He brings with him more than 15 years’ experience in the digital marketing industry and has carved a niche for himself in the performance marketing domain. He joins the GroupM Nexus India team from Performics- Publicis Groupe, where he held the position of Managing Partner.
In his new position at GroupM Nexus, Singh will be responsible for driving a high-performance culture. He will play a pivotal role in deploying the latest technology, data, and automation solutions. His expertise in handling diverse sectors in digital marketing will prove to be critical in powering the next era of performance media at GroupM Nexus in India.
Singh excels in formulating intricate strategies tailored for large-scale performance media campaigns. His expertise extends towards efficiently supervising and guiding teams, ensuring seamless execution of projects, and achieving optimal Return on Investment (ROI) for clients.
GroupM Nexus India president Priti Murthy said, “Gurpreet will assume the key responsibility of cultivating a culture of high performance. He will be committed to ensuring that individuals within GroupM have the necessary resources and motivation to succeed. I am confident that they will benefit immensely from the integration of cutting-edge technology, data-driven approaches, and automation solutions which will be helmed under him. Additionally, his sharp focus on customer centricity will enable us to deliver incremental growth for GroupM agencies.”
GroupM India president – Data, Performance and Digital Products Atique Kazi said, “Gurpreet’s expertise will strengthen the performance vertical within GroupM. He will be crucial in implementing automation, data, and technological solutions for GroupM in India, ensuring maximizing ROI for clients. We are certain that his expertise will help the company continue to deliver innovative solutions for clients.”
Singh said, “I am thrilled to be a part of this dynamic team and eager to apply my experience and expertise to deploy advanced technologies and automation initiatives across GroupM. I truly believe in the vision of building the World’s largest performance capability engine and look forward to unlocking the next era of performance for GroupM.”
He also holds the distinction of being a member of Google’s inaugural “Google Insiders” cohort and the first batch of Meta Select 2021. He was also recognized as one of the Top 30 under 30 by Impact magazine and earned a distinct position among the top 25 digital planners in India in 2015.
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Primus Partners appoints Akasa Air co-founder Neelu Khatri as independent director
Veteran aviation and defence professional joins as independent director
NEW DELHI: Primus Partners has appointed Neelu Khatri, a founding member of Akasa Air, as an independent director, strengthening the consulting firm’s board as it prepares for its next phase of growth.
Khatri brings more than three decades of experience across defence, aviation, aerospace technology and consulting. She was part of the core team that helped build Akasa Air from concept to launch, contributing to what has been widely described as one of the fastest airline scale ups in recent aviation history.
At Primus Partners, she will provide strategic guidance on corporate governance and help steer the firm’s long term growth plans. Her experience of building a start up into a full scale organisation is expected to support the consulting firm as it expands its footprint.
Primus Partners co-founder and chairperson Davinder Sandhu, said the appointment brings valuable expertise to the board. “Neelu’s journey across defence, aviation and consulting brings a rare blend of operational insight and strategic thinking. Her experience in rapidly scaling Akasa Air will be invaluable as we continue to grow while maintaining a strong focus on corporate governance,” he said.
Primus Partners, an India headquartered management consulting and solutions firm, has emphasised governance and board oversight since its early days. The company has also taken an unconventional approach by inviting its Gen Z employees to attend board meetings so that younger perspectives can contribute to discussions.
Speaking on her appointment, Khatri said the consulting sector is entering a transformative period shaped by emerging technologies. “The industry is evolving rapidly with the rise of AI. This is an exciting moment for an Indian origin consulting firm like Primus Partners to expand its product offerings and strengthen its presence globally,” she said.
She added that as the firm pursues ambitious expansion plans, her focus will be on ensuring strong governance frameworks and effective risk management as the organisation scales.
