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SureWaves wins award for excellence in emerging technologies
MUMBAI: Media convergence venture SureWaves MediaTech has won the award for Excellence in Emerging Technologies for the year 2015. At the ceremony held in Mumbai recently, the award was conferred to SureWaves by Indian Merchant Chambers.
The award was constituted to recognize and reward the accomplishments of the IT industry across a varied spectrum.
SureWaves chairman and managing director Rajendra Khare said, “We are extremely honored to receive this award. We thank IMC, Mr. Lalit Kanodia – chairman, IMC IT Committee and the esteemed jury for bestowing us with the ‘Excellence in Emerging Technologies Award’. This award is a validation of the groundbreaking technology and sheer strength and value of the SureWaves Spot TV Network for advertisers. It will motivate us to continue striving for bringing in more innovation to further transform and revolutionize the television advertising in India.”
The award winners were selected by a jury, which included several former chairpersons of NASSCOM. The jury comprised Mastek executive director Ashank Desai, Hexaware Technologies chairman Atul Nishar, Padma Bhushan and TCS founder F. C. Kohli, Zensar Technologies VC & CEO Ganesh Natarajan.
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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.
