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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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Ather Energy doubles service network to 500 centres nationwide
EV maker scales support alongside growth to keep riders on the road
MUMBAI: Ather Energy is quietly building more than just scooters. It is building the backbone to keep them running.
The electric two-wheeler maker has expanded its service network to 500 authorised centres across India, nearly doubling its footprint in a year from 277. The move mirrors its growing retail presence and signals a clear focus on one often overlooked part of EV ownership, what happens after the purchase.
From the outset, Ather has prioritised service support in every city it enters, aiming to make ownership as smooth as the ride itself. Its Gold Service Centres bring in upgraded customer lounges, modern equipment and processes designed to make servicing more transparent and reliable.
Speed, too, is part of the pitch. Through its ExpressCare initiative, riders can get periodic maintenance done in about an hour, now available across 82 centres, turning what used to be a chore into a quick pit stop.
Ather Energy chief business officer Ravneet Singh Phokela said, “Crossing 500 service centres is an important milestone as we scale across the country. Reliable after-sales support is central to the ownership experience, and our focus remains on consistent service quality and accessibility.”
The expansion comes as demand grows for models like the Ather 450 and the Rizta, which have helped the company reach a broader set of riders across metros and emerging cities alike.
Alongside servicing, Ather continues to power up infrastructure through the Ather Grid, now one of the largest fast-charging networks for two-wheelers, with over 4,300 charging points.
With plans to scale further and deepen its presence, Ather’s approach is clear. Selling the scooter may start the journey, but keeping it running smoothly is what sustains it.
