IAA Leadership Awards | 6th August 2024

The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) hosted the 11th edition of the prestigious IAA Leadership Awards on August 6 in Mumbai. The event brought together top leaders from business, media, and the entertainment industry to celebrate outstanding achievements across 15 categories, including automobiles, FMCG, financial services, e-commerce, edtech, retail, and consumer durables.

Jury Chairperson Nadir B. Godrej, Chairman and MD of Godrej Industries Ltd and Chairperson of Godrej Agrovet Ltd, delivered a captivating address, turning challenges into lessons through poetic rhymes. His speech, both powerful and joyful, inspired creativity in the face of adversity.

Key Honorees:

• Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson – HCL Technologies, received the IAA Business Leader of the Year 2024 award for her visionary leadership, commitment to digital innovation, inclusivity, corporate responsibility, and excellence. Grateful for the honor, she credited her leadership team, stating, “I stand on the shoulders of giants.”
• Hephzibah Pathak, Ogilvy India, was named IAA Creative Agency Head of the Year for her bold, strategic, and impactful work.
• Anand Narasimhan, News18, won IAA TV Anchor of the Year for his authoritative and engaging delivery.
• Ravi Krishnan, Mint, was honored as IAA Editor of the Year for his editorial excellence and leadership.
• Navin Khemka, EssenceMediacom, secured IAA Media Agency Head of the Year for data-driven innovation and elevating industry benchmarks.
• Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday were awarded IAA Brand Endorsers of the Year (Male & Female) for their strong brand impact and influential presence.
• Padma Shri Piyush Pandey was inducted into the IAA Hall of Fame for his decades-long contribution to Indian advertising, global recognition, and meaningful public service campaigns.
• Srinivasan K. Swamy received the IAA Force For Good Award for his lifelong dedication to social causes. Quoting his father, he reflected on the importance of giving back to society and shared a hopeful message for continued positive impact.

IAA India President Avinash Pandey remarked, “The IAA Leadership Awards recognize marketing excellence and celebrate those who shape the industry. Advertisers, who invest in and guide brands, are at the heart of our ecosystem, making these awards truly special.”

Nandini Dias, Chairperson of the IAA Leadership Awards, emphasized the evolving nature of leadership: “In a world demanding instant change, true leadership is about adaptability and proactive evolution. These awards honor leadership in all its dynamic forms — not as a designation, but as action.”

She also highlighted the credibility of the awards, noting they are not open for entry. Instead, winners are selected through a rigorous review of over 2,000 companies across categories, making it a true benchmark of excellence.

The 11th IAA Leadership Awards stood as a testament to impactful leadership and innovation, setting new industry standards and celebrating those driving meaningful change.

Partners:
Celebration Partner: Diageo
Co-Partner: Tata Group
Associate Partner: AdCounty
Supporting Partner: Titan Company Ltd