New Delhi: Havas India has announced the appointment of Manas Lahiri as Chief Growth Officer. This marks a return to the agency for Lahiri, who previously held several key roles within Havas India between 2018 and 2023. In his new position, Lahiri will be instrumental in driving strategic growth initiatives, fostering stronger client relationships, and spearheading innovative business opportunities across Havas India’s network of 25 agencies. He will report directly to Rana Barua, Group CEO of Havas India, SEA, and North Asia.
Lahiri brings a wealth of experience to this role, having previously served as Executive Growth Partner at VML India where he played a crucial role in expanding the agency’s client base. Prior to this, he held the position of Managing Director at Havas Creative India, demonstrating a strong track record of success in reshaping the agency and driving key business wins.
“Manas’ return to Havas India comes at a pivotal time as we continue our strong momentum,” said Rana Barua, Group CEO of Havas India, SEA, and North Asia. “His strategic acumen, deep industry experience, and understanding of our network’s values make him an invaluable asset as we strive to further scale our growth ambitions.”
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“I am thrilled to rejoin Havas India at this exciting juncture,” said Manas Lahiri, Chief Growth Officer, Havas India. “The network’s transformation into a consolidated, client-centric ecosystem is truly inspiring, and I am eager to contribute to this next phase of growth by driving meaningful partnerships, fostering innovation, and building upon the strong foundation established by Rana and the team.”
Lahiri boasts over two decades of experience across advertising, brand marketing, and business leadership. He has held senior positions at leading agencies such as VML India, Ogilvy, McCann, and Contract India, and has worked with a diverse range of renowned brands including Samsung, Lenovo, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Reckitt. His unique perspective, gained from starting his career on the client side with brands like Motorola and Samsung, provides him with a deep understanding of both client and agency perspectives.
