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Hephzibah Pathak promoted to vice chairman of Ogilvy India
MUMBAI: Hephzibah Pathak has been announced as the new vice chairman of Ogilvy India. The appointment is effective 1 August 2020.
Ogilvy India chief creative officer worldwide and executive chairman Piyush Pandey said, "My congratulations and best wishes to Hephzibah! Transforming and growing brands and businesses through path-breaking creative solutions are Hephzibah’s forte. It is also the greatest need for our clients. I am sure that Hephzibah will add greater power to a differentiated Ogilvy offering."
Pathak's track record is a dream run for any communications professional. She joined Ogilvy Chennai in 1997 as accounts supervisor. In 1999, she moved to Mumbai with Unilever's acquisition of Ponds India Ltd.
She has been a brand champion for clients like Orange/Hutch/Vodafone, Unilever, and Cadbury's among others. Pathak's golden run includes heading Ogilvy's Mumbai office, appointment as director on the Ogilvy India Board and her current role as chief client officer, Ogilvy India.
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Valvoline launches FIFA World Cup 2026 global campaign
Campaign highlights fan journeys and mechanics powering travel worldwide
MUMBAI: From kick-off to kilometres, Valvoline is fuelling more than just engines this World Cup. Valvoline Global Operations has unveiled its global campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026, spotlighting the journeys fans undertake to witness the game while quietly tipping the hat to the mechanics who keep those journeys on track. Titled “The Original Engine Oil. For the Driven.”, the campaign leans into the emotional and physical commitment of football fans travelling across cities and countries, reframing mobility as an integral part of the sporting experience.
At its core is Valvoline’s first FIFA World Cup-themed ad film, which parallels the evolution of the brand spanning over 160 years with the enduring passion of fans. Produced in Chile by We Are Laugh, the film stitches together moments of anticipation, preparation and connection that define matchday journeys, whether it’s a cross-country drive or a short ride with friends.
The narrative extends beyond fans to spotlight the often-overlooked ecosystem behind the scenes mechanics and service professionals who ensure every trip runs smoothly. The brand positions itself as a constant companion across these miles, reinforcing its legacy in powering mobility.
Valvoline Global chief brand officer Michael Kirtman said, the campaign celebrates both the fans who “go the distance” and the people who make those journeys possible.
The rollout has already begun in India and will expand globally in May, covering markets such as the United States, China, Australia, Canada, Thailand and Saudi Arabia. The campaign will be amplified through a multi-channel mix, including television, digital out-of-home, radio, social platforms and experiential activations.
In a World Cup defined by goals and glory, Valvoline is telling a quieter story, the one measured not in minutes, but in miles.
