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Meraj Hasan quits Everest Brand Solutions
MUMBAI: Meraj Hasan, vice president-planning at Everest Brand Solutions, has resigned.
Hasan told Indiantelevision.com that he has quit the agency to pursue his interest in music and poetry.
He and his partner Anirudh Chohan are launching ‘Unsung Ones‘ to create poetry with guitar and harmonica.
Hasan said, “My journey with Everest Brand Solutions has been fantastic. I needed a break to pursue my interest in poetry and I didn‘t want my work to suffer.”
Hasan has over 12 years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining Everest Brand Solutions he had also worked with agencies like TBWAIndia, Rediffusion Y&R, Lowe and Partners Worldwide.
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Edelman elevates Siddharth Panicker to head of Mumbai office
Financial services veteran steps up after nearly 15 years at the firm
MUMBAI: Edelman has elevated Siddharth Panicker to head of its Mumbai office, promoting a long-serving leader who has spent nearly 15 years building the firm’s financial services franchise in India.
Panicker has held a series of senior roles at Edelman, including associate vice president, head – financial services, and VP & head – financial services. In these positions, he led the development of the firm’s financial services practice, advising C-suite clients across investment banking, private equity, NBFCs, fintech, disputes, litigation and life insurance.
The promotion reflects his track record in corporate and financial communications, strategic counsel and leadership, as Mumbai remains a central hub for India’s financial and professional services sectors.
Earlier in his career, Panicker gained industry exposure through internships at Nalco Water, part of Ecolab, and MSL India.
His elevation underlines Edelman’s focus on leadership continuity and deep sector expertise as clients navigate increasingly complex regulatory, reputational and market environments.
