Wunderman Thompson South Asia has promoted Vijay Jacob to Managing Partner, East and South, to drive growth strategy in the region.

Vijay Jacob’s Appointment as Managing Partner in Wunderman Thompson South Asia: A Positive Push for Growth

The announcement of Vijay Jacob’s appointment as Managing Partner, East and South, Wunderman Thompson India, is a significant push for growth for the company. With a proven track record of handling key businesses and leadership roles in agencies in Bangalore and Chennai, Vijay is a great addition to the team.

He brings extensive experience in FMCG sales and marketing with Eveready, partnered with leading clients such as Britannia, ITC Foods, 3M, UB, and TVS Motors. His knowledge and understanding of the South market will undoubtedly give an impetus to Wunderman Thompson India’s growth strategy in the South.

The CEO of Wunderman Thompson South Asia, Shams Jasani, has expressed his confidence in Vijay’s ability to meet the ever-changing needs of clients and building strong and happy teams. With Vijay’s appointment, Wunderman Thompson India can focus on new business and key clients, drive innovation and growth, and nurture the teams of talent.

Vijay’s appointment is an exciting development for Wunderman Thompson South Asia, and we can expect an increase in positive impact for clients and their businesses. The South market holds immense potential for delivering transformational work that builds on Wunderman Thompson South Asia’s capabilities in creative, data, tech, and commerce.

Overall, Vijay Jacob’s appointment as Managing Partner, East and South, Wunderman Thompson India is a positive push for growth. With his proven expertise and leadership, we can expect great things from Wunderman Thompson South Asia.

Wunderman Thompson South Asia elevates Vijay Jacob to Managing Partner, East and South

Wunderman Thompson South Asia has today announced that Vijay Jacob has been elevated to Managing Partner, East and South, Wunderman Thompson India. Prior to taking on his new role, Vijay was Senior Vice President & Managing Partner, Wunderman Thompson Kolkata.

With a proven track record of handling key businesses and having worked extensively in the South, that includes leadership roles in agencies in Bangalore and Chennai, and partnering leading clients such as Britannia, ITC Foods, 3M, UB, TVS Motors and extensive experience in FMCG Sales & Marketing experience with Eveready, Vijay’s knowledge and understanding of the South market will give an impetus to Wunderman Thompson India’s growth strategy in the South.

Commenting on Vijay’s new appointment, Shams Jasani, CEO at Wunderman Thompson South Asia, commented, “The South market is very important to us, and Vijay’s appointment comes at a time when we want to spearhead the next phase of growth. We have a very clear focus on new business and key clients including oversight of client retention and business development, nurturing the teams of talent, and driving innovation and growth for our clients and our capabilities. With Vijay’s proven track record of always being able to meet the ever-changing needs of clients and building strong and happy teams, we are convinced that he will be able to drive positive impact for our clients and their businesses and help fuel our growth ambition.”

Upon being elevated as head of East and South, Wunderman Thompson, India, Vijay Jacob, said, “I am looking forward to taking on this new role at Wunderman Thompson India and further pave the way for the organization to greater success. The South market holds immense potential for delivering transformational work that builds on Wunderman Thompson South Asia’s capabilities in creative, data, tech, and commerce. I look forward to collaborating with our experienced team to deliver tailored solutions to ensure growth for our clients and make the south market the growth engine for our company.”

Vijay will assume his new role commencing June. He will continue to report to Shams Jasani.