Anand Kumar will be based out of Bengaluru and report to Uday Mohan, Managing Director, Havas Media India.
Havas Media Network India, the specialized media agency conglomerate within Havas Media India, has proudly introduced Anand Kumar as the President of South Havas Media India. Anand’s primary responsibility will be to lead the company’s operations in the southern markets. He will be stationed in Bengaluru and will directly report to Uday Mohan, the Managing Director of Havas Media India, collaborating closely with the agency’s core leadership team.
Anand Kumar brings with him a decade-long experience from GroupM, where he held various roles, making him a valuable addition to the team. Uday Mohan expressed enthusiasm about this appointment, highlighting the company’s commitment to growth and innovation in the industry. He emphasized the significant potential for marketers in the southern markets and believes that Anand’s expertise will be instrumental in leveraging this potential.
In his statement, Anand Kumar expressed his excitement about joining Havas during a phase of resurgence. He commended the agency’s remarkable growth and visionary approach to expansion and transformation, particularly its focus on Meaningful Brands. He looks forward to collaborating with the dedicated team at Havas and partnering with renowned brands across the nation.
Mohit Joshi, the CEO of Havas Media Network India, underscored the company’s expanding presence and capabilities, with a team of over 1000 members nationwide. He highlighted Bengaluru as a pivotal hub for key client relationships in the southern market, supported by diverse competencies across teams at PivotRoots, Havas Media India, and the Centre of Excellence. Anand’s appointment reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening omnichannel planning capabilities and driving tangible business outcomes, especially in the vital South market.