Tushar Makkar — CEO
I have been part of the communication, PR and marketing industry in India for over 28 years, playing the role of an advisor, business leader, communications trainer and thought leader. I have worked across diverse facets of communication over these years, covering PR, analyst relations, social media, crisis management, public affairs, issues management, sustainability, brand and product communication, internal and executive communication. I am currently heading corporate communications at ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India. I have previously lead communications for GMR, a conglomerate operating developing and airports, power plants, highways and special economic zones. I have lead communications for Arvind Group of Companies, a diversified group with interests in both b2b and b2c environments. Flagship business areas of the group include: Textiles Fashion & Retail (28 brands like Tommy Hilfiger, USPA, Ed Hardy, GAP, GANT, Nautica, Flying Machine, Sephora, Unlimited, etc.) Engineering Real Estate Internet Advanced Materials and Carbon Composites Environment Solutions Telecom I have been responsible for strategy and communications at SAP in my previous assignment. I was leading corporate communication for Microsoft’s commercial (b2b) businesses in India for 8 years before that. Over these years, Microsoft established its image as a leading cloud services provider, has been recognized as a top MNC, most respected company and a leading provider of software by several reputed bodies. I have also held ASEAN/South Asia roles for IBM. I have been an entrepreneur, co-founding Consocia Advisory to fulfill my entrepreneurial zeal, offering services in areas of reputation management, public affairs and sustainability. I have also been an independent advisor to Edelman India. I strive to contribute regularly to the body of knowledge in the area of communication. I have conducted several courses on communication for post-graduate students of ICFAI. I have also contributed to Vikalpa, the journal of IIM-A.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned communications leader with extensive experience in corporate communications and public relations.
Location: Delhi, India
Experience: 29 yrs 9 mos
Career Highlights
- 28 years in communication, PR, and marketing industry.
- Led corporate communications for major corporations like Microsoft and SAP.
- Recognized as a top PR professional in India.
Work Experience
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India
Head of Corporate Communications (1 yr 7 mos)
Adfactors PR
Senior Vice President (1 yr 4 mos)
GMR Group
Group Chief Communications Officer (3 yrs 11 mos)
Arvind Group of Companies (Lalbhai Group)
Group Head - Corporate Communications (1 yr 8 mos)
Consocia Advisory and Edelman India
Entrepreneur, Consultant, Director and Co-Founder (6 mos)
SAP India
Director, Strategy and Communication (10 mos)
Microsoft India
Head - Business Value Communications (7 yrs 8 mos)
IBM India & South Asia
Regional Communications Manager (4 yrs 1 mo)
CSC India
Manager - Communications (10 mos)
Grow Talent Company Limited
Head - Brand Management (1 yr 11 mos)
eFunds
Manager - Corporate Communication (2 yrs 1 mo)
Good Relations India Limited
Senior Executive (1 yr 11 mos)
Ogilvy PR
Associate (1 yr 4 mos)
Education
MBA at International Management Institute
Bachelor of Business Studies at College of Business Studies, Delhi University
