Dheeraj Sinha Elected President of The Advertising Club for 2025–26

A New Era of Leadership

At its 71st Annual General Meeting in Mumbai, The Advertising Club announced its new Managing Committee for 2025–26. Dheeraj Sinha, CEO of FCB India and South Asia, has been elected as President. His election marks a significant step in bringing together leaders across creative agencies, media networks, digital platforms, and new-age marketing, reflecting the evolving nature of India’s advertising and marketing ecosystem.

Dheeraj Sinha’s Vision

Sharing his excitement, Dheeraj Sinha said, “It is an honour to lead The Advertising Club, an institution that represents the collective ambition of our industry. What makes this moment special is the inclusivity and diversity of the committee we have formed — from agency stalwarts to new-age marketers and media platform leaders. Together, we will foster dialogue, build capability, and create opportunities that will strengthen our industry and prepare it for the future.” His words underscore the Club’s intent to focus on inclusivity, collaboration, and a forward-looking approach.

The New Managing Committee

The office bearers announced include Amitesh Rao as Vice President, Punitha Arumugam as Secretary, Sonia Huria as Joint Secretary, and Pradeep Dwivedi as Treasurer. Alongside them, the Managing Committee brings together senior leaders such as Satya Raghavan, Jitender Dabas, Darshana Shah, Ajay Kakar, Mitrajit Bhattacharya, Aparna Bhawal, and Avinash Kaul. The Club has also co-opted members like Neha Markanda, Sagnik Ghosh, and Mansha Tandon to add depth to the team. Special invitees including Anurita Chopra, Lulu Raghavan, Saket Jha Saurabh, Gautam Reghunath, and Amogh Dusad will contribute their expertise to strengthen the Club’s initiatives.

Building Industry-Wide Synergies

The new leadership is expected to amplify The Advertising Club’s efforts to build industry-wide synergies, nurture young talent, and amplify India’s presence on the global advertising stage. With diverse representation across sectors, the Club is positioned to tackle the challenges and opportunities of an industry being reshaped by digital, data, and changing consumer expectations. Rana Barua, the immediate past president, will continue to be part of the committee, ensuring continuity alongside fresh perspectives.

Looking Ahead

As the advertising and marketing ecosystem evolves, the role of The Advertising Club becomes even more crucial in creating platforms for knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and recognition of excellence. With Dheeraj Sinha at the helm, supported by a strong team of industry leaders, the Club is poised to drive meaningful conversations and initiatives that will define the next phase of growth for the Indian advertising industry.

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