GroupM, WPP’s media investment group, has announced the promotion of Ashwin Padmanabhan to Chief Operating Officer for South Asia. In his new role, Ashwin will oversee a streamlined structure that unifies GroupM’s key practices, including Influencer Marketing, Content, OOH offerings, and Nexus. His portfolio will continue to include Investments, Trading, Partnerships, Motion, and Entertainment. Ashwin’s strategic vision will be crucial in integrating GroupM’s diverse services to develop and deliver top-tier solutions that unlock value for clients and GroupM.
Currently serving as the President of GroupM Investments, Trading, Partnerships, Motion, and Entertainment, Ashwin has cemented GroupM’s reputation as a leader in client-focused and technologically advanced media solutions through his commitment to innovation and process-driven excellence.
Prasanth Kumar, CEO of GroupM South Asia, commented, “Ashwin’s deep understanding of client needs and industry ecosystems, along with his proven track record, ensures seamless collaboration across various domains. He will continue to drive synergies across multiple practices, emphasizing simplicity and consolidation to consistently deliver exceptional client work.”
Ashwin Padmanabhan, now Chief Operating Officer of GroupM South Asia, stated, “Clients today seek bespoke operating strategies to transform their businesses, and GroupM has always pioneered new approaches for its clients. I look forward to working with our teams to drive long-term success for brands, enhancing the effectiveness and optimization of our services to create lasting impact.”
Ashwin will remain based in Gurgaon and report to Prasanth Kumar, CEO of GroupM South Asia.