Leo Burnett India, part of Publicis Groupe India, strengthens its presence in Bangalore with the appointment of Rajeev Rakshit as Executive Director. Rakshit brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the agency, particularly in fostering strong partnerships with prominent Bengaluru-based clients such as Ikea, redBus, Kingfisher, Heineken, Lenovo, Acko, and Flipkart.
A Return to Familiar Grounds
This marks Rakshit’s second stint with Leo Burnett India. He previously served as the agency’s Executive Director from 2006 to 2010. During his earlier tenure, Rakshit demonstrated exceptional leadership by overseeing operations in Bangalore, Chennai, and Delhi. He also spearheaded new business initiatives and launched the agency’s third brand, Black Pencil, in Delhi.
In his new role, Rakshit will play a pivotal role in advancing Leo Burnett India’s strategic objectives. He will focus on enhancing client relationships, delivering innovative solutions, nurturing talent, and driving sustainable growth. He will report directly to Amitesh Rao, CEO of Leo Burnett- South Asia.
In his previous roles at Mediology Software, L&K Saatchi, JWT India, and McCann Erickson, Rakshit acquired a diverse range of experiences. These experiences have equipped him with valuable insights and skills that he now brings to his new role. His extensive industry knowledge and forward-thinking approach make him a valuable addition to Leo Burnett’s leadership team.
Excitement and Ambition
Expressing his enthusiasm about rejoining Leo Burnett, Rajeev Rakshit emphasized the agency’s culture of inspired creativity and its portfolio of iconic brands. He anticipates collaborating with Leo Burnett’s talented team to achieve new milestones.
Amitesh Rao, CEO of Leo Burnett- South Asia, commended Rakshit’s unique blend of vision, maturity, and industry expertise. He expressed confidence in Rakshit’s ability to elevate Leo Burnett’s Bengaluru operation to greater heights. He plans to leverage the agency’s momentum and talented workforce.
Rajdeepak Das, Chief Creative Officer of Publicis Groupe, South Asia, and Chairman of Leo Burnett, South Asia, highlighted the infectious energy of Leo Burnett’s Bangalore team. He commended their commitment to delivering excellence for clients. Rakshit’s leadership and experience position the agency to create impactful solutions and drive success for its client partners.
