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Hirol Gandhi Appointed President and Head of Office at Ogilvy India – Mumbai & Kolkata

Ad Tribe! Bureau1 min read
A black and white portrait of Hirol Gandhi against black with geometric shapes

Ogilvy India has announced the elevation of Hirol Gandhi as President and Head of Office for its Mumbai and Kolkata branches, effective July 1, 2022. A long-standing leader within the Ogilvy network, Gandhi brings over 20 years of experience to his new role.

A Proven Leader Within the Ogilvy Ecosystem

An alumnus of NMIMS, Gandhi has held multiple leadership roles across the agency. Over the years, he has helped shape the growth and strategy for some of India’s most well-known brands, including Vodafone Idea, Cadbury, Parle, Bajaj Pulsar, Brook Bond Red Label, and SBI Life Insurance.

He played a key role in pioneering digital-first campaigns for Vodafone, helping the brand lead with integrated marketing efforts. During his 18-month term as Managing Partner – Ogilvy Mumbai, Gandhi steered the agency through the COVID-19 crisis with a focus on employee well-being and business continuity.

Leadership Backed by Vision

Commenting on the appointment, VR Rajesh, Group President – Ogilvy India, said:

“The upcoming years are pivotal for Ogilvy's transformation in India. Hirol’s forward-thinking leadership and sharp business insight make him the right choice to lead the modernization of our largest offices.”

Gandhi’s Vision for the Future

Excited to take on the expanded mandate, Hirol Gandhi shared:

“I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible brands on their growth and transformation journeys. As I step into this new role, I look forward to leading our Mumbai and Kolkata offices with renewed focus, accelerating our transformation agenda and continuing to build impactful, future-ready solutions for our clients.”

Related on Ad Tribe: Paritosh Srivastava Named CEO of BBH India.

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