HDFC's Keki Mistry joins BW Merit Awards 2026 as Chief Guest

Keki Mistry, Former Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of HDFC, will be joining as the Chief Guest at the third edition of BW Momentum Conference 2026 and will present honours at the fourth edition of the BW Merit Awards.

As Chief Guest, Mistry will felicitate winners across marketing, advertising, branding and communications, recognising campaigns, organisations and professionals that have delivered notable work over the past year.

The awards ceremony will mark the conclusion of the BW Momentum Conference 2026, which brings together marketers, brand leaders, media professionals and business executives to discuss the future of marketing in an increasingly AI-driven environment.

His participation comes as businesses across sectors grapple with rapid changes in technology, consumer behaviour and media consumption. While the BW Momentum Conference 2026 focuses on how artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing, the BW Merit Awards seek to recognise work that has demonstrated effectiveness, innovation and impact amid these shifts.

Industry leaders from companies, including ITC, HDFC Bank, Bisleri International, JSW Paints, Raymond Lifestyle, Kellanova, Bajaj General Insurance, JK Cements and Newgen Software are expected to participate in the conference.

The BW Merit Awards, now in their fourth edition, recognise excellence across multiple areas of marketing and communications. Winners are selected across categories spanning branding, advertising, media, digital marketing, consumer engagement and corporate communications.

Mistry's presence brings a business leadership perspective to an event focused on the future of marketing. The conference will conclude with the BW Merit Awards presentation, where he will felicitate winners and recognise contributions that have helped shape the marketing and communications industry over the past year.