Pitch CMO Summit: Thought-provoking panels to explore how to move ahead in adaptive era

The role of the CMO has never been more dynamic - or more demanding as marketing enters a defining chapter driven by AI, personalisation, and platform convergence. On June 5, 2025, in  Gurugram, the Pitch CMO Summit - Delhi 2025 brings together India’s most influential marketing leaders to explore how brands can stay relevant, responsive, and resilient in a world where change is the only constant. The conference is presented by Sharechat | Moj and is powered by Samsung Ads. PrsmX by Mobavenue is the Gold Partner, while Amazon On Package Ads and Footprynt are Associate Partners.

The theme of the summit this edition is “The Adaptive Era: Agility, AI, and Always-On Engagement”.

Brace yourself for power-packed dialogues that dissect the most pressing questions in marketing today. These panel sessions bring together industry trailblazers who are reimagining digital narratives, CX strategies, media decisions, and influencer collaborations to keep brands relevant and resonant in a disruptive age.

Get ready for honest debates, fresh frameworks, and sharp insights from the voices shaping the next era of marketing.

In today’s performance-driven landscape, digital marketing sits at a curious crossroads. It promises measurability, targeting precision, and instant reach - but marketers are increasingly questioning its depth, its value beyond numbers, and its long-term brand impact. ‘The Digital Dialogue’ panel at the Pitch CMO Summit – Delhi 2025 will explore the true cost of being “always-on,” the balance between branding and performance, and whether digital is delivering real outcomes or just burning through budgets. With voices from sectors like fintech, consumer electronics, fashion, and marketing tech, this session asks the hard question: is digital still the future, or a well-disguised black hole?

The speakers and session chair of the panel are:

• ADITYA KRISHNA, Director - Sales & Marketing, McCain India
• ASHISH TIWARI, Chief Marketing Officer, Home Credit India
• NIKHIL GUPTA, Head of Marketing, Strategy, Govt. Affairs & CSR - Greater India, Signify
• RIDDHI PIMPUTKAR, Director, Enterprise Solutions, Teads India
• Session Chair: UDIT VERMA, Co-founder & Chief Marketing Officer, Trackier

Experience has quietly become the biggest brand differentiator. As consumers demand personalised, seamless, and emotionally resonant interactions, marketers are turning to CX and innovation to stay ahead. The ‘CX Reimagined’ panel will delve into how brands can craft meaningful engagement by reimagining touchpoints, personalising content at scale, and using creativity as a strategic advantage. Whether B2B or D2C, legacy or new-age, this conversation unpacks how brands can create emotional connections that go far beyond transactions.

The speakers and session chair of the panel are:

• ARNAB CHOUDHURY, General Manager - Marketing, Catch Salt & Spices Division, DS Group
• ARVIND SABHARWAL, Business Head - On Package Advertising, Amazon On Package Ads
• K GANAPATHY SUBRAMANIAM, Chief Marketing Officer, LT Foods
• NISHA KHATRI, Head of Marketing, Libas
• Session Chair: SHANTANU DAVID, Special Correspondent, exchange4media

With consumer habits constantly in flux and media consumption more fragmented than ever, brand leaders are finding themselves in a state of continuous reinvention. The panel on ‘Staying Ahead in a Rapidly Evolving Consumer and Media Landscape’ brings together experts from telecom, electronics, smart tech, and digital platforms to decode how marketers can future-proof their strategies. From adapting to shifting audience behaviours and emerging platforms, to leveraging data and creative agility, this session offers a roadmap to brand relevance in a world that doesn’t slow down.

The speakers and session chair of the panel are:

• KANIKA ANAND, GM - Media, Airtel
• MAYANK PRABHAKAR, Head of Digital Marketing, vivo India
• RACHIT MEHRA, General Manager, Brand and Marketing, Qubo
• SUMIT SONAL, Head of Marketing, Qualcomm India
• TATHAGAT JENA, Head of Online Sales & Chief Marketing Officer - India & APAC, HMD
• Session Chair: DEEPAK DHINGRA, Senior Director - Brand & Content Strategy, 91mobiles

Influencer marketing has grown from a tactic to a strategy - but with a saturated creator economy and audiences drowning in content, cutting through the noise is no easy feat. ‘The Influencer Impact’ panel will dive deep into how brands are navigating this ecosystem to build authentic engagement and measure real ROI. Whether it's micro-influencers, long-term partnerships, or AI-powered selection tools, the session will explore what it truly takes to stand out - and how brands can convert influence into impact.

The speakers and session chair of the panel are:

• NIDHI RASTOGI, Marketing Director, Uniqlo
• RAHUL TALWAR, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Axis Max Life Insurance
• SAMIR SETHI, Head of Brand Marketing, Policybazaar
• SHANTANU CHAUHAN, Director Marketing, Noise
• PRATIK GOUR, Co-Founder, Footprynt
• Session Chair: NITI KUMAR, Chief Operating Officer, Starcomm India

The day will conclude with a celebration of marketing leadership at its finest. Join us as we felicitate the IMPACT CMO 40under40 Class of 2025 - trailblazing marketers who are driving innovation, shaping culture, and redefining brand success in a fast-evolving landscape. They’re rewriting the rules of marketing with bold thinking, sharp execution, and an unshakable focus on growth.

Why Attend:

• Unlock actionable insights from India’s most influential CMOs and brand custodians
• Decode platform shifts from leaders in short-form video, connected TV, AI, and commerce
• Discover brand playbooks that blend emotion, precision, and performance
• Connect with changemakers across marketing, media, and technology
• Celebrate excellence at the prestigious IMPACT CMO 40under40 felicitation

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