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Zolo onboards Rishi Sharma as chief marketing officer
Mumbai: Homegrown co-living brand Zolo has appointed Rishi Sharma as a chief marketing officer.
In his new role he will be responsible for strengthening the brand’s external and internal communication along with developing an overarching strategy for new vertical launches, the brand said.
Sharma comes with over 20 years of experience in marketing. Prior to joining Zolo, Sharma was working with companies like Aditya Birla Group, Liva, and Kara. His previous stints also include Samsung India Electronics and advertising agencies like McCann, Publicis, Euro RSCG (HAVAS) as a planner.
Welcoming Sharma on board, Zolo’s CEO & co-founder, Dr Nikhil Sikri said, “Rishi brings in new ideas and industry insights that will add to our existing strength. He will focus his attention on the Zolo-ite community, consumer journey, and expanding our customer base. With innovative ideas rooted in experience, he will lead the marketing communication team towards setting a new bar in the industry.”
Talking about his new role, Sharma said, “Zolo has emerged as a trendsetter to redefine the way people live, work and play. In the last 12 months, the team has demonstrated unmatched integrity and credibility as they pivoted to meet the expectations and help their consumers cope with the new reality. I am looking forward to working with them to help build and consolidate their position in the industry as they expand to create new verticals in the sector.”
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Eric Swider exits Trump Media board as leadership reshuffle continues
Key architect of Trump Media’s public listing steps down as board reshapes
SARASOTA: Eric Swider has stepped down from the board of Trump Media & Technology Group, marking a notable leadership shift at the parent company of Truth Social during a period of strategic and market uncertainty.
Swider’s resignation, effective Friday, April 10, 2026, was disclosed in regulatory filings. The company clarified that the move was not linked to any disagreement over its operations, policies or practices, signalling an orderly exit rather than a fallout.
His departure follows closely on the heels of Robert Lighthizer, who exited the board in March, pointing to a broader reshuffle within TMTG’s leadership ranks over recent months.
Swider played a central role in the company’s journey to public markets. As chief executive of Digital World Acquisition Corp, the special purpose acquisition company that merged with TMTG, he helped steer the high-profile deal through regulatory scrutiny from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and other legal hurdles. The merger was eventually completed in March 2024, securing TMTG’s listing after a prolonged and closely watched process.
Beyond the boardroom, Swider also drew attention for his personal stake in the company. In mid-2025, he sold roughly 90 per cent of his holdings, reportedly netting around $4.4 million before taxes, a move that came amid heightened investor interest in the stock.
With Swider’s exit, the current board continues to feature prominent figures including chief executive Devin Nunes, alongside Donald Trump Jr. and David Bernhardt.
The leadership changes come at a time when DJT has been experiencing volatility. As of April 2026, the stock has been trading in the $9 to $10 range, a marked decline from its post-merger highs. Investors are weighing the company’s evolving strategy, including its pivot towards nuclear fusion initiatives, alongside the ongoing challenge of scaling its core platform, Truth Social.
Swider’s exit closes a key chapter in TMTG’s public market story. As the company recalibrates its leadership and strategy, the focus now shifts to whether it can steady investor confidence and translate ambition into sustainable growth.
