Havas Media Network India, Havas India’s specialized media agency conglomerate, has announced the appointment of Anand Kumar as President – South, Havas Media India, to oversee operations in the southern region. Anand will work closely with the agency’s core leadership team and will be based in Bengaluru. He will report to Uday Mohan, Managing Director, Havas Media India.
Anand has twenty years of extensive experience working with prestigious agencies and in a variety of markets. His background spans a variety of categories and specialized media domains that he has worked in over the years. These include telecom & durables (Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, MTS), D2C & tech (Flipkart, PhonePe, Vedantu, Wakefit, Rapido), automotive (Hero MotoCorp, Suzuki, Yamaha, Hyundai), and lifestyle (Antonio Puig, Clarks, ITC Apparel, Flipkart Fashion, Myntra).
Havas Media India’s southern operations have seen significant growth over the past few years. It is driven by notable client acquisitions and growth, including Swiggy, as well as the acquisition of well-known brands like PUMA, Ola, Quickr, Joyalukkas, and V-Guard. By making the South a thriving hub, this expansion has reinforced Havas Media’s position as the go-to partner for unicorns and up-and-coming brands in India. Anand Kumar worked for GroupM for ten years in a variety of senior roles before this.
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Uday Mohan, Managing Director, Havas Media India, said,
“We are now poised to embark on our next phase of growth, as we stay committed to making a meaningful difference in the industry. Our robust operations in the south, offer immense potential for marketers and as we continue to grow our business, Anand’s rich expertise will prove to be a huge leverage for us in the region. His addition to the team aligns perfectly with our commitment to staying at the forefront of media innovation.”
Talking about his new role, Anand commented,
“It is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a resurgent Havas. The remarkable growth trajectory witnessed by Havas Media Network India in recent years is truly commendable. I am particularly impressed by the agency’s refusal to get complacent. Its visionary approach towards expansion, transformation, and the distinct proposition of Meaningful Brands is truly inspiring. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with a dedicated team that has earned the trust of some of the most esteemed brands in the nation and partner with some great marketing minds.”
Mohit Joshi, CEO, Havas Media Network India, expressed,
“At Havas Media Network India, our team has grown to over 1000 members, reflecting our expanding presence both in terms of capabilities, talent pool and client base nationwide. Our operations in Bengaluru serve as a hub for numerous key and successful client relationships in the region. We are deeply ingrained in the southern market, leveraging our diverse competences via teams at PivotRoots, Havas Media India, and Centre of Excellence. As our network expands rapidly, we prioritize leaders who possess a profound understanding of the industry landscape. Anand’s appointment reflects our commitment to enhancing omnichannel planning capabilities and ensuring seamless workflows from client briefs to tangible business outcomes, particularly within the pivotal South market.”
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