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Resham Manaktala Promoted to Associate Vice President, Strategy at Starcom India

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Starcom India has promoted Resham Manaktala to Associate Vice President, Strategy, marking a new step in her journey with the agency.
Over the past year, Resham has worked across complex business challenges, high-energy pitches and strategic engagements, collaborating with teams across Starcom while taking on opportunities that have pushed her to think bigger and approach challenges from new perspectives.
Expanding Strategic Leadership
In her new role as Associate Vice President, Strategy, Resham will continue contributing to strategic thinking and client-focused solutions while taking on broader leadership responsibilities within Starcom India.
Her experience spans more than a decade in market research and strategic engagements, including work with multiple FMCG clients.
The promotion reflects her continued growth within Starcom and the value of strategic leadership in helping brands navigate increasingly complex media and consumer landscapes.
Building on a Year of Growth
Reflecting on the milestone, Resham credited the leaders, mentors and colleagues who have supported her development and entrusted her with greater responsibilities.
She also highlighted the role of her team, whose passion, resilience and commitment have been an important part of her journey.
Her next chapter comes as Starcom India continues to strengthen its strategic and media capabilities across an evolving advertising ecosystem.
Looking Ahead
With her expanded responsibilities, Resham will continue building on her experience in strategy, market understanding and client engagement while contributing to Starcom India's work with brands.
The promotion represents another step in her leadership journey as she takes on a broader role within the agency.
About Starcom India
Starcom India is part of Publicis Media and operates within the global Starcom network, helping brands connect with consumers through media strategy, planning, data, technology and communications.