Published on: October 21, 2026
Arun Varghese has bid farewell to WPP Media after 10 years with the organisation, marking the end of a journey that saw him progress from Director of Experiential Marketing to National Head of Emerging Tech and Experiential Marketing. He announced the news through his Linkedin post
During his tenure, Varghese contributed to more than 1,000 projects, working across experiential marketing, brand activations, product launches and emerging technologies. His work involved exploring technologies such as extended reality (XR), generative AI and spatial tech to create immersive brand experiences.
Varghese joined Wavemaker in July 2016 and took on progressively senior roles before leading emerging tech and experiential marketing at the national level. His portfolio includes projects such as Royal Stag Boombox 2024 in Jaipur, WPP’s BREW 2026 event and Tata Tea Chakra Gold’s new packaging reveal through sand art.
Before joining WPP, he held leadership and management roles at The360ARC, Edelman Cream India and Arena Sports BVI, building experience in events, sponsorships, activations and business development.
Reflecting on his departure, Varghese described WPP as more than an organisation, calling it a “second home” that shaped his professional growth and relationships. He expressed gratitude to the colleagues, mentors and teams who supported him throughout his journey.
As he moves towards his next chapter, Varghese remains focused on learning, innovation and creating impactful brand experiences, while acknowledging the lasting significance of his decade at WPP Media
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