Shashidhar Sharma, WPP Media's Head of Programmatic & Ad Operations, moves on
Shashidhar Sharma announced his exit after
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Published: Jan 5, 2026 12:28 PM | 1 min read
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- Shashidhar Sharma has left his position as Head of Programmatic & Ad Operations at WPP Media after five years with the organization.
- During his tenure, he led the programmatic practice for all GroupM agencies, achieving GMP certification and promoting best practices across client accounts.
- He announced his departure via LinkedIn, reflecting on his growth and connections made during his time at WPP Media.
- Sharma has not disclosed his future plans but mentioned he will take time off to recharge before announcing his next steps.
Shashidhar Sharma, Head - Programmatic & Ad Operations at WPP Media, has moved on from WPP Media after a 5-year stint with the organisation.
In this role, Shashidhar Sharma led the programmatic practice for all GroupM agencies and sub-agencies, driving best practice adoption across entire portfolio of client accounts. He led the organization to achieve GMP certification for GroupM and more.
He announced the news of his departure through a LinkedIn post. “Last Friday (02nd January) was my final day at WPP Media, marking the end of a truly fruitful 5-year journey. When I look back at my tenure, I don't just see projects; I see a community where I matured and forged deep-rooted connections. We moved the needle together on shared goals, navigated the highs and lows of the industry, and fostered a culture of continuous reinvention”, he said in his LinkedIn post.
Sharma did not disclose his next move. “I am stepping into the next chapter with a heart full of lessons and a clear vision for the future. Before I announce what’s next, I’ll be taking some time off to recharge”, the post added.
In his previous stints, he worked with FCB Global, Omnicom Media Group, Google, among others
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