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Weekend Unwind with: Unmisha Bhatt co-founder & chief strategy officer of Tonic Worldwide
MUMBAI: Another weekend is upon us, and so is the time to unwind with yet another edition of IndianTelevision.com’s Weekend Unwind – A series of informal chats that peek into the mind of a corporate executive to get to know the person behind the title a little better.
In this week’s session, we have Tonic Worldwide co-founder & chief strategy officer Unmisha Bhatt opening up the windows to her mind and heart, to offer a glimpse of what’s behind her professional persona.
A marcom professional with over 20 years of experience in developing brand communication & strategies across consumer touch points, she leads strategy on all brands and enables new markets & global expansion as chief strategy officer of Tonic Worldwide. A founding member of the agency’s Dubai office for the Middle East region, and a key driving force for her team across both markets, she divides her time between Dubai and India. Her goal is to bring out the best in her team members, while setting new benchmarks & supporting them with mentorship and support as required. From the last couple of years, Unmisha has also been guest faculty for management students and conducts several training & development workshops to build young talent.
So here goes:
– Your mantra for life
Live and Let live.
-A Book you are currently reading/plan to read
Loads of them. I have this habit of reading many books at one time. Keep jumping to my mood. Current ones that are ongoing are ‘Radical Candor’, ‘Everybody Lies’. Also, Archie comics! They are fun and take me back in time. Then there’s my all-time favourite which I keep re-reading all the time, ‘One + One = 3’. The ones on my lists are “No Rules Rules”, “Pandeymonium” and some fiction mystery novels. They help me switch off.
-Your Fitness mantra, especially during the pandemic
There’s no better way to be fit then house work! The lockdown taught me that
-Your comfort food
Home-cooked food made by my mother-in-law. She’s the best chef ever. She can give every Michelin star chef a run for their money.
-When the chips are down a quote/ philosophy that keeps you going?
Count your blessings
-Your guilty pleasure
Vadapav, beer & end a cocktail evening with Chai. Lol yes, odd but that’s me.
-When was the last time you tried something new?
December 2019, jumped into the sea and swam to the shore of an island where the boat couldn’t hit the shore, in Maldives. Was a fun experience. Been long time since I tried something new yet again.
-A life lesson you learnt the hard way
All work and no play, makes Jack a dull boy (in this case Jill)
What gets you excited about life?
Travel, meeting, new people, and exploring different cultures in different countries
What’s on top of your bucket list?
Guest lectures in an international management college. Teaching is the best form of learning, and international teaching will help me learn about different cultures too
If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?
Spend more time with parents.
An activity that keeps you motivated / charged during tough times
Gratitude and keeping busy at work. I love what I do. I love my brands. I am very competitive and that keeps me motivated to do better.
What lifts your spirits when life gets you down?
For me it’s “who” lifts my spirits: My best friend, my partner-in-crime at work, my husband, Chetan Asher
Your go-to stress buster
Binge-watch any thriller series on OTTs or binge-read fiction. Helps me switch off and transport to another world.
One thing you would most like to change about the world
Call for peace. Live and let live.
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Infosys names Carlos Alcaraz as Global Brand Ambassador
AI-first tech leader partners with seven-time Grand Slam champion to boost tennis analytics and social impact initiatives.
MUMBAI: Infosys has just aced its latest brand move teaming up with tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz, the youngest player ever to reach world No. 1 and complete a career Grand Slam. The global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services announced a multi-year partnership welcoming the Spaniard as its Global Brand Ambassador. The collaboration brings together Alcaraz’s relentless drive and on-court brilliance with Infosys’s consistency and cutting-edge AI innovation, celebrating the champion mindset in both sport and business.
Alcaraz, who has lifted seven Grand Slam titles and become the youngest man in history to achieve a career Grand Slam, is celebrated not just for his trophies but for his grit, pursuit of excellence, consistency, and integrity values that mirror Infosys’s own commitment to responsible leadership and amplifying human potential.
In a sport where the gap between champion and challenger can be razor-thin, data and insights often make all the difference. Infosys will leverage its Topaz AI-first platform powered by generative and agentic AI to develop a personalised match analytics and performance application for Alcaraz and his coaching team. This tool aims to sharpen match preparation and in-game strategy with deeper, data-driven insights.
The partnership extends beyond the court. Infosys and the Carlos Alcaraz Foundation will collaborate on tech-for-good initiatives, using technology to create meaningful social impact in communities worldwide.
This move builds on Infosys’s decade-long role as a pioneer in transforming tennis through digital innovation. Its tennis platform has already delivered game-changing insights to players, coaches, and billions of fans globally. Partnering with Alcaraz marks the next exciting chapter in elevating the sport for everyone.
Alcaraz said, “I’m honoured to partner with Infosys, a company I’ve followed closely and admired for how it is transforming tennis through technology. Innovations delivered by them are elevating the sport for everyone players, coaches, and fans alike. At the highest level, it’s often the small details that make the biggest difference. I’m always looking for new ways to improve, and working with Infosys will give me the opportunity to leverage data and AI to gain deeper insights into my game and push my performance to new heights. Beyond the court, I’m also excited to collaborate with Infosys through my foundation, leveraging technology to make a meaningful impact in communities around the world.”
Infosys global chief marketing officer Sumit Virmani added, “We are delighted to welcome Carlos Alcaraz as our Global Brand Ambassador. Carlos embodies the spirit of a new generation that is fearless, agile, and driven to push boundaries in pursuit of excellence. At Infosys, we share this passion for innovation and progress, using technology to amplify human potential and helping our clients achieve extraordinary outcomes. Together with Carlos, we look forward to redefining performance in tennis and inspiring progress both on and off the court.”
In a game where every point counts, Infosys has found the perfect partner to showcase how AI can turn marginal gains into major victories. Whether it’s powering precise rallies on clay or driving smarter business decisions, this alliance promises to serve up plenty of winning moments for tennis fans and enterprises alike. Game, set, and match with a strong dose of AI.
