Grey India hires Samir Datar as VP & Branch Head for Delhi

Grey India has appointed Samir Datar as branch head for its Delhi office. With over 20 years of experience, Samir has worked in some of the leading agencies like JWT, Cheil, GIIR and Law & Kenneth. He has worked across diverse categories and has extensive experience in Automobiles, Durables, Mobile Phones, FMCG & Infrastructure. Some of the brands that he has handled include Maggi, Sunrise, Nature Fresh, ESPN Star Sports, Samsung, LG and ITC personal care products.

Samir will report to Jishnu Sen, CEO & President, Grey India. Confirming the development, Jishnu said, “Samir and I go back a long way ,  he is a both an excellent advertising professional and a great leader. Im thrilled that he has agreed to come aboard. I am sure that he will lead our Delhi operation to great heights.

Samir on joining Grey said, “Delhi is a very challenging market when it comes to advertising. I am absolutely excited about joining Grey Worldwide and take on the challenge to grow the operations in Delhi.”

In all his previous assignments, Samir has worked across Planning and Account Management and believes that communication is award winning if it makes a difference to the brand in the market and builds a meaningful connect with the consumer.

Fiction and Movies freak, he is also an active blogger and keen observer of human behavior.