With over two decades of experience at the intersection of media, storytelling, and creative strategy, Prachi has worn many hats – journalist and news producer, festival curator, branded content expert and has been leading Havas Play India, a specialized division of Havas Media Group that creates innovative brand experiences by integrating media, creativity, and entertainment through partnerships, activations, and content-driven campaigns, as its Managing Partner. Her journey began in front of the camera at news networks, eventually leading branded content at Republic Media Network with Arnab Goswami. Prachi also orchestrated high-impact experiences producing stadium ceremonies for events like the IPL and working with globally renowned platforms like the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and MAMI, India’s premier film festival. At Havas, she has shaped standout and award-winning campaigns for brands like Hyundai, Tata Motors, Swiggy, Joyalukkas and Bumble. Prachi is on a mission to empower brands through meaningful narratives and innovations.
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Sonal Jadhav
With close to two decades of media leadership experience, Sonal has guided high-growth brands through transformative growth journeys using insight-led, integrated communication strategies. She builds sharp, scalable media solutions that simplify complexity, create competitive advantage, and deliver sustained, measurable business impact.
Sonali Singh
As the Head of Marketing at Switch Mobility, I bring over 15 years of experience in brand management, marketing strategy, and go-to-market execution. My expertise lies in crafting impactful marketing communications and optimizing CRM processes to connect with diverse audiences and foster business growth.
Previously, I collaborated with cross-functional teams at Tata Motors, driving strategic marketing functions, enhancing production efficiency, and elevating brand value. My commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction has been a consistent focus throughout my career in marketing and brand management
Kaushal Modi
Kaushal Modi is currently serving as the Business Head for JioTV and the Head of Content & Partnerships at Jio Platforms Limited.
With a career defined by strategic leadership at the intersection of technology and media, he oversees the P&L of one of India’s most expansive OTT businesses. His expertise is grounded in an impressive professional journey through some of India’s most iconic organizations, including Bharti Airtel, Sony Pictures Networks, Star India, indya.com, and Godrej Industries.
An alumnus of the S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, he brings a unique blend of FMCG discipline, telecom scale, and media insight.
As Business Head of JioTV and Head of Content & Partnerships for Jio Platforms, he drives the P&L and strategy for ondia’s leading OTT services.
With a blue-chip background spanning Airtel, Sony, and Star India, and an MBA from SPJIMR, he is a master of the intersection between telecom and medi.
Yatnesh Pandey
An IIM- Ahmedabad alumnus, and a veteran Marketing professional with keen interest in statistics, Yatnesh brings an effortless charm, wit and captivating storytelling to his campaigns. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, specialising in consumer goods, coupled with love for numbers has made him an expert in consumer insights and behaviour analytics using MARTECH platforms.
Apart from his CMO role Yatnesh is also an expert consultant on the panel with renowned global research firms. He is also a guest faculty with reputed management colleges, where he is invited to share his insights and deep domain knowledge of marketing for consumer brands.
When he is not deep diving into consumer psyche or strategizing brand campaigns, Yatnesh devotes his time towards social cause, and works with NGO’s supporting girl child education. He is also an avid reader, and a curious traveller, in search of offbeat locations that offer natural beauty and peace.
Sudhir Sharma
Known for his recent hit web shows Jamanapaar and Yeh Meri Family, Sudhir Sharma began his career in 1993 in news programming. Covered major news events with Zee News in 90’s as Senior News Correspondent and editorial team member. Later, as one of the founding team members of Independent Media Pvt. Ltd., Delhi (now India TV), he scripted and directed leading current-affairs shows such as ‘Janta Ki Adalat’ and Awaaz for Star Plus.
As Producer and Director, he created landmark fiction shows such as Miley Jab Hum Tum (Star), 12/24 Karol Bagh (Zee), Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha (Colors), The Buddy Project (Channel V), Paanch (Channel V), Ziddi Dil Maane Na (Sony SAB), AdhaFull(BBC), Neerja (Colors) and many more.
In recent years, Sudhir has also produced many successful web shows like Yeh Meri Family, Only For Singles, Salt City (SonyLIV), Knock Knock Killer (Amazon MX) and Amazon MX’s flagship series Jamnapaar. As per Ormax, Jamnapaar ranked among India’s Top 10 most-watched original series in 2024–25.
Sudhir has also served as a jury member for the International Emmy Awards.
Rabindra Narayan
Rabindra Narayan is one of the original architects of modern Punjabi broadcasting and is widely known as the Father of Punjabi Satellite Television. He founded the world’s first Punjabi satellite channel, Punjabi World, and later led and shaped major networks including PTC Network, Zee Punjabi and ETC Punjabi, setting new benchmarks for regional television.
Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has introduced several firsts in Punjabi media. He played a pioneering role in taking live Gurbani from the Golden Temple to television audiences across the world and has consistently pushed the boundaries of format and technology, from early satellite innovation to VR-based programming and AI-driven production.
Today, as Founder, Managing Director and President of GTC Network, he is building a global Punjabi content ecosystem and a new-age creators’ platform that blends television, digital, and generative AI. His focus is on creating scalable, future-ready media that connects Punjabi audiences worldwide while nurturing the next generation of storytellers and creators.
A veteran broadcaster, theatre personality and media entrepreneur, Rabindra Narayan continues to shape the evolution of Indian regional media on the global stage.
Namit Sharma
30 years of varied and exciting experiences in the Media & Entertainment sector. From journalism and script writing, to television production & roles in broadcasting, film production & live entertainment, digital content, leadership roles in management & business. Content is at the heart of all that i have done and working across businesses and media platforms has helped me gain a holistic view of the Indian entertainment industry.
Neeta Thakare
Vision-led media and broadcasting strategist with 25+ years of experience guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and market evolution. Brings a board-level perspective on capital allocation, portfolio strategy, governance, and sustainable value creation, with deep understanding of how content, distribution, monetization, and partnerships intersect to build enduring media businesses.
Has served in senior leadership and advisory roles at QYOU Media India, Sony Pictures Networks India, Times Network, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, DEN Networks, FoodFood, News24, and Enterr10 Television, influencing corporate-wide strategy, market expansion decisions, and long-term growth planning. Known for clear strategic judgment, data-informed decision-making, and the ability to anticipate industry shifts, enabling businesses to scale responsibly while protecting downside risk.
Manoj Gupta
Manoj Gupta serves as Head – Branding & Communication at NBC Bearings-CKA Birla Group, Jaipur, with over 25 years in automotive, industrial goods, and consumer sectors. A communications powerhouse and avid sports enthusiast, he pursues lawn tennis and badminton passionately, channeling that discipline into societal impact. Actively serving underprivileged families, Manoj empowers girl children through education initiatives, self-defense training, and skill development programs, fostering resilience and opportunity. He spearheads multi-channel campaigns boosting NBC’s brand awareness, driving narratives on bearing innovations for all leading sectors in making Bharat a progressive and developed country.



