The Advertising Club of Bangalore has introduced its new Managing Committee for the upcoming term, welcoming a diverse set of leaders from across advertising, branding, and digital communications.
At the forefront of the committee is Laeeq Ali, Co-founder and Director at Origami Creative Concepts and Bloombox Brand Engineers, who assumes the role of President. Known for his extensive experience in brand strategy and creative leadership, Ali will spearhead the committee’s efforts to advance the Club’s initiatives.
Joining him as Vice President is Nishad Ramachandran, a marketing and digital transformation expert with a proven track record in integrated campaign leadership.
Malavika Harita, Founder and CEO of Brand Circle and a stalwart in India’s branding ecosystem, will take charge as Treasurer. Navin Nair from OneVerse joins her as Joint Treasurer, while Sneha Walke, Founder of The Little Things Co., steps in as Secretary.
This year’s committee features a rich blend of expertise, reflecting the evolving landscape of advertising and marketing. Their collective focus will include curating new programming, fostering community connections, and driving thought leadership through forums, awards, and industry events.
Commenting on the new direction, Laeeq Ali, President, said: “The Ad Club of Bangalore has always served as a powerful platform for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and celebrate creativity. Last year we added new branded events for our members like the Inspiration Room and with the new committee in place, we are excited to chart new paths, build stronger community ties, and deliver value-driven programs for our members.”
Malavika Harita, Treasurer, added: “The advertising industry is undergoing a sea change, and platforms like The Ad Club of Bangalore are more relevant than ever. I look forward to supporting initiatives that inspire, empower, and upskill the next generation of talent while fostering deeper connections within our professional community.”
Laeeq Ali – Co-founder & Director, Origami Creative Concepts and Bloombox Brand Engineers | President
Nishad Ramachandran – Seasoned advertising and digital professional | Vice President
Malavika Harita – Founder & CEO, Brand Circle | Treasurer
Sneha Walke – Founder, The Little Things Co. | Secretary
Navin Nair – OneVerse | Joint Treasurer
Arunava Seal – Bleu
Nigel Mathew – Disha Communications
Laya Menon – Lodestar UM, IPG Mediabrands
G.V. Krishnamurthy – Founder, Ai Nxt Gen
Suneet John – Director & CEO, Trigger Worldwide
Anil Sathiraju – Senior Media Professional
Ganga Ganapathi Poovaiah – India Marketing Leader, Publicis Sapient
S. Divakar – News First Kannada
Noufel Anamala – Honeycomb
Niyati Shah – Spotify
Rajesh Vorkady – Veeville
The new committee is set to unveil a calendar of high-impact events, awards, learning opportunities, and networking platforms aimed at further enriching the advertising and marketing community in the region.
