Brands
Tribes roars loudest at Dragons of Asia 2025
MUMBAI: Tribes Communication has set the stage ablaze at the Dragons of Asia 2025, emerging as one of the most awarded agencies in the region and clinching the prestigious Red Dragon Network of the Year title.
At the glittering ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, the Indian integrated marketing powerhouse swept multiple categories, picking up Gold Dragons for Havells India (brand trial or sales generation) and Kansai Nerolac (B2B marketing), along with Silver Dragons for Honda Drive Thru and Kansai Nerolac. To top it off, the agency bagged six more Black Dragons, marking a clean sweep across disciplines.
“It’s more than just a win, it’s a celebration of passion and ideas that define Tribes,” said Tribes Communication chairman & managing director Gour Gupta. “Every campaign is a collective effort, and these honours reaffirm our teams’ drive to keep pushing creative boundaries and delivering measurable impact.”
The Dragons of Asia Awards recognise marketing programmes that balance creativity with results, spotlighting the region’s best in brand innovation and performance. Tribes’ consistent wins highlight its prowess in blending experiential, digital, and B2B marketing with sharp strategic insight.
With over 600 awards, 450 plus clients, and 17 offices nationwide, Tribes Communication has cemented its reputation as one of India’s most dynamic integrated agencies, proving that when it comes to roaring success, this Tribe leads the pack.
Brands
Devyani International names Sandeep Anand, Robinder Singh in key roles
Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee businesses see leadership refresh from April
MUMBAI: Devyani International has strengthened its senior leadership bench with a fresh set of appointments across its key brands, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee, signalling a sharper focus on growth and brand momentum.
The company has appointed Sandeep Anand as chief marketing officer and business head for Pizza Hut. His appointment, approved by the board via a circular resolution on April 3, follows a recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as reported by CNBC-TV18. Anand will officially step into the role on April 6, 2026.
He takes over from Vijay Gogate, who currently serves as chief executive officer for Pizza Hut within the company’s operations. The move marks a strategic transition as the brand looks to sharpen its marketing and business playbook in a competitive quick service restaurant market.
Anand brings over two decades of experience across the food and FMCG sectors, with a strong track record in brand building and innovation. His career spans roles at major consumer-facing companies including Domino’s, Zydus Wellness, Zomato, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Reckitt and Ranbaxy, giving him a well-rounded perspective on both scale and agility.
Alongside this, Robinder Singh has been appointed business head for Costa Coffee and the company’s airport operations. He too will assume his new role on April 6, bringing more than 18 years of experience in operations, business expansion and customer experience transformation.
The twin appointments come at a time when Devyani International is doubling down on leadership depth to steer its portfolio through evolving consumer preferences and heightened competition. With fresh faces at the helm of two key verticals, the company appears set to brew up its next phase of growth with renewed energy.
