Simran Kodesia — CEO
I’m a global communications leader with over 18 years of experience across India, Southeast Asia, and North America; building narratives that shape brands, inspire trust, and drive business impact. At Peak XV Partners, I lead global communications; shaping the firm’s storytelling, reputation, and engagement across our portfolio, media, and ecosystem. My work brings together strategic storytelling and brand building to help founders and teams communicate with clarity and purpose. Before joining Peak XV, I worked with some of the best founders and incredible teams at Airbnb and DoorDash — organizations defined by their ambition to build, innovate, and reimagine categories. There, I led award-winning campaigns, partnered with global agencies, and crafted narratives that built deep consumer connection and brand love. My expertise lies in developing communication strategies that bridge global and local perspectives — helping brands and leaders tell stories that matter.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic communications leader in the B2C sector, specializing in brand management and public relations.
Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India
Experience: 18 yrs 2 mos
Skills
- Corporate Communications
- Strategic Communications
- Brand Management
Career Highlights
- Over 18 years of global communications experience.
- Led award-winning campaigns at Airbnb and DoorDash.
- Expert in bridging global and local communication strategies.
Work Experience
Peak XV Partners
Head of Communications (8 mos)
DoorDash
Director International Communications (3 yrs 10 mos)
Airbnb
Communications Lead- India & South Asia (5 yrs 2 mos)
The Claridges Hotels & Resorts
Associate Director - Marketing & Communications (1 yr 4 mos)
ixigo.com
Manager- Marketing & Corporate Communications (1 yr 7 mos)
MM&A | Hill+Knowlton Strategies
Associate Director (3 yrs 3 mos)
PETA
Marketing Manager (2 yrs 3 mos)
Education
PG Certificate at International School of Communication, London
School Of Life Conference at University of Zurich
PGCAMPR at MICA Ahmedabad
Bachelor's Degree at Ip college, University of Delhi
at Mother's International School, New Delhi