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PepsiCo’s Indra Nooyi to be keynote speaker at AdAsia 2011
MUMBAI: C has said that PepsiCo chairperson and CEO Indra Nooyi will be the Keynote Speaker at the Congress to be held in New Delhi from 31 October – 03 November.
Nooyi will share her pool of knowledge and experience, as well as discuss new challenges that could shape the future of global business and economies. More than 25 other speakers from around the globe are expected to share their perspective on the evolving dynamics in business and marketing at AdAsia 2011.
AdAsia returns to India after eight years. In 2003, the AdAsia congress was hosted in Jaipur and was widely regarded as a landmark in the history of the Congress. AdAsia seeks to comprehensively explore all aspects of the theme Uncertainty: The New Certainty.
The business world is currently at an inflection point witnessing a realignment of global economic leadership. In the 19th Century, the world looked to the West for innovation and progress. In the 21st. century, everyone‘s attention is riveted on Asia.
As everyone pays attention to the ad industry in Asia, AdAsia 2011 will aim to provide a ready platform to chronicle change of a significant magnitude and provide a glimpse of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
The prolific agenda of AdAsia 2011 will comprise over 15 sessions aimed at exploring the business ecosystem and understanding the nature of disruption to effectively address pertinent concerns.
Chairman of the organising committee AdAsia 2011 and Group CEO and MD – Mudra Group Madhukar Kamath said, “AdAsia2011 is honoured to welcome Indra Nooyi to AdAsia 2011. Pepsi has been at the fore-front of several marketing innovations as well and having Indra Nooyi address the congress will help us gain from her global experience, as well as unique perspective of the Indian and Asian markets, in terms of interesting insights on how the future of our industry is expected to take shape.”
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
