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As marketing enters a defining chapter driven by AI, personalisation, and platform convergence, the role of the CMO has never been more dynamic - or more demanding. On June 5, 2025, in Gurugram, the Pitch CMO Summit - Delhi 2025 brings together India’s most influential marketing leaders to explore how brands can stay relevant, responsive, and resilient in a world where change is the only constant. The conference is presented by Sharechat | Moj and is powered by Samsung Ads. PrsmX by Mobavenue is the Gold Partner, while Amazon On Package Ads and Footprynt are Associate Partners.
The theme of the summit this edition is “The Adaptive Era: Agility, AI, and Always-On Engagement”.
The day will kick off with a compelling fireside chat featuring Raj Rishi Singh, Chief Marketing Officer & Chief Business Officer at MakeMyTrip, in conversation with Vivek Malhotra, Group Chief Marketing Officer & COO - Consumer Revenue and Enterprise Strategy at India Today Group. As consumer journeys fragment and travel expectations evolve, Singh will decode how MakeMyTrip is redefining contextual engagement, balancing technology, brand narrative, and performance in an ecosystem where the consumer is always-on and the window to capture attention is constantly shrinking.
Aruna Daryanani, Director, Amazon MX Player, will unpack the power of emotion in the age of data. With content saturation at its peak, she will delve into how emotional storytelling, delivered with precision and empathy, can still break through the noise and forge meaningful consumer connections across digital platforms.
In a world where culture, commerce, and content collide, Ruchira Jaitly, Chief Marketing Officer, Diageo India, will bring a sharp perspective on building brands with legacy and edge. Her session will explore how Diageo is striking the balance between premiumisation and inclusivity, heritage and innovation, nurturing brands that not only sell, but also shape culture.
Adding to this arc of brand reinvention, Manjula Tiwari, CEO of Cover Story & Ancestry (Reliance Retail), will take us inside the new codes of fashion marketing. From design thinking to data-driven decisions, she will share how India’s retail narrative is being reshaped to meet the aspirations of a hyper-informed, experience-hungry consumer.
As screen consumption shifts and connected TV redefines the household viewing experience, Prabhvir Sahmey, SVP – India & South East Asia, Samsung Ads, will step in with a reality check: TV now starts with streaming. His session will explore how marketers can harness the convergence of television and digital to unlock brand discovery in a fragmented attention economy.
Taking this evolution further, Gaurav Jain, Chief Business Officer, ShareChat & Moj, will turn the spotlight on short-form video. As fleeting content becomes a cultural currency, he will outline how brands can go beyond virality to create sustained, always-on engagement. Jain will also explore how SFV can drive both resonance and results by aligning brand voice with the pulse of India’s mobile-first audiences.
In an era defined by hyper-personalisation and perpetual engagement, communication is no longer just about reach - it's about resonance. In this spotlight session, Pooja Sharma, VP – Presales, Solutioning & Customer Experience, ValueFirst Digital Media, decodes how brands can turn everyday interactions into long-term customer value. She reveals how building smarter customer experiences, unlocking scale, and using intelligent messaging to drive repeat sales and lifetime value.
Looking at video through a creative and commercial lens, Rahul Chhetry, Senior Vice President - Integrated Planning, Dentsu India, will sit down with Ishank Joshi, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder, Mobavenue, for a high-impact fireside chat. Together, they will dissect how video advertising is evolving in a CTV-first world - where attention is a premium, targeting is precise, and brand storytelling must deliver measurable outcomes.
Finally, Gopichandar Jagatheesan, Director - Confectionery, Nestlé India, will wrap up the conference with insights into how one of India’s most trusted FMCG players is staying agile, purposeful, and innovation-forward in a highly competitive marketplace. His address bridges the legacy of trust with the urgency of transformation, offering a roadmap for future-ready marketing in India’s ever-evolving consumption landscape.
The day will conclude with a celebration of marketing leadership at its finest. Join us as we felicitate the IMPACT CMO 40under40 Class of 2025 - trailblazing marketers who are driving innovation, shaping culture, and redefining brand success in a fast-evolving landscape. They’re rewriting the rules of marketing with bold thinking, sharp execution, and an unshakable focus on growth.
Why Attend:
- Unlock actionable insights from India’s most influential CMOs and brand custodians
- Decode platform shifts from leaders in short-form video, connected TV, AI, and commerce
- Discover brand playbooks that blend emotion, precision, and performance
- Connect with changemakers across marketing, media, and technology
- Celebrate excellence at the prestigious IMPACT CMO 40under40 felicitation
Register Now: https://bit.ly/4jI3t2J
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