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Founder, Next Wave Worldwide- an agency where human expertise is amplified by artificial intelligence. Contact for faculty assignments- Executive, Visiting, Adjunct, Guest, and training.AI- practitioner and believer.
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Founder, Next Wave Worldwide- an agency where human expertise is amplified by artificial intelligence. Contact for faculty assignments- Executive, Visiting, Adjunct, Guest, and training.AI- practitioner and believer.
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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Saurabh Saksena is listed as Founder, Next Wave Worldwide- an agency where human expertise is amplified by artificial intelligence. Contact for faculty assignments- Executive, Visiting, Adjunct, Guest, and training.AI- practitioner and believer. at Next Wave Worldwide, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at jwt.com, phone signal with area code 212, and a matched LinkedIn profile for Saurabh Saksena.
Saurabh Saksena previously worked as Founder at Next Wave Worldwide and Marketing Advisor at Apnavikas.Com. Saurabh Saksena holds Pgdbm, Marketing from Institute Of Management Technology, Ghaziabad.
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About Saurabh Saksena
With over 31 years of experience in managing people, business and country operations, I have led diverse, multi-cultural, multi-location, cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable business growth and profit in India and Southeast Asia.As a result-oriented leader, I have demonstrable expertise in fostering human-power to deliver organizational resilience and flourish in the face of organisational transition and integration.I have had the privilege of training and mentoring several visionary leaders who now lead their people and businesses successfully across organisations. I have contributed to the success of many global and Indian brands in diverse categories such as CPG, retail, food and beverage, technology, telecom, automotive, e-commerce, oil and gas, restaurants, retail, and more. I am a foodie, fan of double espresso and dark chocolate, seeker of cultural experiences, train travel buff, closet writer, self-styled photographer, retro music-lover, social media enthusiast, weekend cook, and a hoarder of phone charging cables.I have worked in communications agencies and one media company since 1993.
Listed skills include Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Fmcg, and 44 others.
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Next Wave Worldwide
The world absolutely needs an agency that leverages the full potential of AI, boosted by the expertise of seasoned professionals!Next Wave Worldwide stands for "Human Expertise amplified by Artificial Intelligence”. We're not an AI company. While our proprietary AI engines do power our back-end, it is human expertise that truly unlocks value for marketers.
Jul 2024 - Present
Marketing Advisor
Current- ApnaVikas is a platform that democratizes personality development through the powerful combination of Generative AI and proven self-development techniques.ApnaVikas, already making waves, is set to transform personal.
- Amplified by Experts: Developed by accomplished life coaches and professionals in personal development
- Approachable: Easy to use with support in various languages like English, Hindi, and soon- more languages and voice integration
- At Your Fingertips: Accessible daily on WhatsApp- anytime, anywhere.
- Affordable: Incredible pricing for everyone.Who is this platform for?
- Students who wish to begin their journey of self-discovery
Jul 2024 - Present
President, India
VML India (a part of VML- the world's largest creative company)- is a powerhouse born out of the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R. We're the cutting-edge agency in the WPP ecosystem, and have deep capabilities in CX, Brand, Shopper, CRM, and Commerce under a single roof. We proudly deliver business outcomes through innovation, brand building.
Jan 2024 - Jul 2024
Chief Executive Officer, India
Vmly&R
I represented the amazing people and business of the India team. Thanks to that, I delivered against my key objectives- driving integration, culture, collaboration and profitable growth.
Dec 2022 - Jan 2024
President
WPP | Red Fuse is an integrated agency for Colgate Palmolive globally. I managed the India office.My key objective here, was to offer the 'Best of WPP' to help drive growth outcomes for the client business. That meant that I was lucky to work closely with WPP agency brands like Ogilvy group, Wavemaker, VMLY&R, along with the WPP India leadership, as well.
Aug 2019 - Dec 2022
Chief Executive Officer, Malaysia
Enjoyed delivering on three varied roles in three years:2016: Started as the Managing Director of J Walter Thompson, Malaysia.2017: Became the Group CEO for Ogilvy as well as JWT (including Mirum) in a bespoke solution for Malaysia2018: Integrated talent, culture and businesses of JWT and Wunderman as a precursor to becoming Wunderman Thompson, Malaysia.
Oct 2016 - Jul 2019
Chief Growth Officer And Other Roles, Jwt India, Gurgaon
During this rewarding tenure, I was responsible for many portfolios during these years:1. Led the growth agenda successfully, for over 2 years for JWT. Managed to drive integration within WPP.2. Led prominent and reputed businesses like Hero MotoCorp, PepsiCo (foods and beverages), Airtel, Nestle, Microsoft, among others. 3. Aside of this, managed.
Oct 2009 - Oct 2016
Executive Business Director
Jwt
Managed large businesses at JWT- PepsiCo (Foods and Beverages), Nestle, Airtel, Hero MotoCorp, etc.
Oct 2009 - Jan 2014
Publisher (Head Of Bangalore Edition)
Wes responsible for the P&L of the Bangalore edition of MID DAY- India's No. 1 afternoon newspaper, with specific responsibilities for sales and distribution, marketing, HR, print/ production, managing the digital offering, apart from general management. Also, drove Ad sales for South India, working with teams in Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad.
Oct 2007 - Sep 2009
Branch Head, Mudra, Bangalore
Ddb Mudra Communications
Started managing P&L responsibilities in 2005. Managed a talented office which grew in revenues by 17% and won 27 creative awards during my tenure.
Apr 2005 - Sep 2007
Associate Business Director
Was the National Account Director for DDB, heading the McDonald's relationship in India where I led full-function teams- Account Management, Media and Creative- in both, Delhi and Mumbai. We worked as marketing consultants (going beyond a traditionally defined role of advertising agencies). Other than McDonald’s, launched the Hindi news channel launch.
Jul 2001 - Apr 2005
Member- Team Process Management
This was my first brush with below-the-line communication. Ogilvy Outreach is a specialised division responsible for Rural and Social communication and communication to low-income groups.
Oct 2000 - Jun 2001
Account Director
Responsible for profitable business generation from new and existing clients, ensuring operational effectiveness and providing strategic inputs. Worked on Kelvinator (Electrolux), Center fresh and other developmental brands from Perfetti.
Apr 1997 - Sep 2000
Entry To Mid-Level
Clarion Communications
As a learner and doer, was involved in day-to-day operations, financial management, client handling, etc. Worked on Carrier Air-conditioners, Oracle Software products, Modern Suitings, Population Services International- rural project in Rajasthan.
May 1993 - Mar 1997
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Saurabh Saksena education
Pgdbm, Marketing
Institute Of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
Class Xii, Sciences
Central School
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Saurabh Saksena is listed as Founder, Next Wave Worldwide- an agency where human expertise is amplified by artificial intelligence. Contact for faculty assignments- Executive, Visiting, Adjunct, Guest, and training.AI- practitioner and believer. at Next Wave Worldwide.
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Saurabh Saksena is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India while working with Next Wave Worldwide.
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Saurabh Saksena has worked for Next Wave Worldwide, Apnavikas.Com, Vml, Vmly&R, and Red Fuse Communications.
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Saurabh Saksena holds Pgdbm, Marketing from Institute Of Management Technology, Ghaziabad.
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Saurabh Saksena is listed with skills including Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Fmcg, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Account Management, and Market Research.
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