Marketing Mavericks 2025

WHO ARE MARKETING MAVERICKS ?

Dun & Bradstreet proudly presents an unparalleled gathering of the marketing industry's most brilliant minds. Our Marketing Mavericks are the visionary trailblazers who consistently push the envelope, setting new benchmarks in marketing excellence. These exceptional leaders are known for their highly innovative, creative, and analytical prowess in marketing. They are also known for their ability to think outside the box, embrace risks, and create highly effective and creative marketing campaigns that drive both marketing and strategic business goals.

Our Marketing Mavericks are seasoned experts, each with a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and associated with organizations having a turnover of INR 50 crore and above.

ABOUT THE SUMMIT – MARKETING MAVERICKS SUMMIT 2025

Marketing Mavericks are redefining the future of marketing, driving unparalleled innovation and explosive growth in today’s rapidly evolving world. In recognition of their significant contributions to the marketing functions, Dun & Bradstreet is pleased to organize the third edition of its flagship conference ‘Marketing Mavericks Summit 2025’ with the theme ‘The Changing Role of CMOs – Leadership Redefined’ on August 22 , 2025 at Hotel Taj Santacruz, Mumbai.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SUMMIT

Thought-provoking panel discussions, keynote sessions and deliberations with senior marketing leaders and professionals on innovation and enhanced customer centricity reshaping marketing leadership journey
Opportunities for organizations to showcase achievements of their Marketing Leaders on a nation-wide platform
Actionable Insights and success stories from leading marketing experts across various sectors
Panel discussions on the following topics:
- CMOs Redefining Customer Experience with a Focus on UX Optimization
- From Transactions to Relationships: The Changing Role of CMOs in B2B Marketing
Fireside chat on "Building a Brand vs Building Revenue: Aligning Short-term Wins with Long-term Growth"
Exclusive networking opportunities with CMOs and senior marketing leaders across industries
Launch of the special report "Rethinking The Future of Marketing"
Felicitation of Dun & Bradstreet Marketing Mavericks 2025

Discover the latest trends, groundbreaking innovations, and key drivers shaping the marketing landscape at the event. Engage with fellow experts, gain valuable insights, and forge powerful connections to stay at the forefront of the industry.

This is your opportunity to learn, network, and elevate your marketing game.

Join us to gain insights and inspiration from these marketing maestros who consistently deliver exceptional results and set new standards in the world of marketing.

THE CHANGING ROLE OF CMOs – LEADERSHIP REDEFINED

Innovative technologies empower marketers to gather and analyze vast data, enabling personalized and efficient customer engagement.
Learn how CMOs can drive a unified UX-CX approach, enhancing customer loyalty and brand differentiation.
Discover how CMOs can foster trust, create value-driven interactions, and drive sustainable business growth.
AI, behavioral analytics, and predictive modeling are helping brands anticipate and meet customer needs proactively.
The role of CMOs is evolving from brand custodians to experience architects, ensuring innovation aligns with customer expectations.
Explore strategies that help brands stay ahead with customer-first approaches, agile marketing, and digital transformation.

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT THE SUMMIT

Speak and share your expert thoughts on the central theme of the summit

Boost brand exposure with prominent logo placement and extensive media coverage at events, perfect for showcasing innovative solutions to attendees

Unveil your innovative products and solutions to captivate minds and forge powerful connections between customers and vendors

Engage with marketing leaders & partners from the industry, experts and customers via panel discussions, keynotes, and interactive sessions

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

REPORT: RETHINKING THE FUTURE OF MARKETING

Another key highlight of the summit is the launch of our special report, Rethinking The Future of Marketing Mavericks 2025.

The captivating report vividly showcases the:

Dynamic evolution of marketing leadership in both B2B and B2C sectors
Featuring in-depth profiles, compelling case studies, and exclusive interviews with industry legends and leading marketing experts
Offers a unique insight into the minds and strategies of those shaping the future of marketing

FELICITATION OF MARKETING MAVERICKS 2025

Eligibility criteria:

Must have had at least 10 years of experience in the Marketing Field
Must have at least 2 years of experience as CMO or Equivalent Senior Marketing Leader in the Marketing and Communication Department as on 30th June 2025
The company where the nominee is currently employed must have a turnover of greater than INR 50 crore as per the latest standalone financial statements

OUR PAST SPEAKERS

Manisha Kapoor
Chief Executive Officer & Secretary-General
The Advertising Standards Council of India

Shubranshu Singh
Chief Marketing Officer
Tata Motors Limited

Jaydeep Deshpande
Head of Enterprise Marketing
Google Cloud & Google Workspace

Milind Tapaswi
GTM Strategy & Marketing Operations
Tata Communications

Samar Kagalwalla
Head – Marketing Growth & Partnerships
Onsurity

Senthilkumar VG
Head Marketing & Branding
Bank of Baroda

Argho Bhattacharya
Head of Marketing
PayU India

Govind Sharma
Chief Marketing Officer
KEI Industries Limited

Monil Hathi
Chief Marketing Officer
Befree

Abraham Alapatt
President & Group Head – Marketing
Thomas Cook India Limited

Yogesh Nambiar
Country Marketing Director
Harman India

Rathin Lahiri
Head Marketing & CSR
SBI General Insurance

Vivek Bhargava
Co-Founder
ProfitWheel

Sax Krishna
Chief Executive Officer
NuRe Bharat Network

Harish Sarma
Marketing & Product Director
Pluxee, India
a Sodexo Enterprise

Sukanya Dasgupta
Head of Marketing & Communications (India)
Colliers

Priyanka Shah
Head of Digital Marketing
Bajaj Auto

Kunal Aman
Head of Marketing & Communications
AI, ML, Analytics
Data Management
SAS

Shashi Udyavar
Head - CPG/FMCGs
Meta India

Shrenik Gandhi
Co-founder and CEO
White River Media

Anuja Trivedi
CMO
Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd

Nilesh Malani
Chief Marketing Officer
Polycab India

Vineet Rajan
Head of Marketing - SAP CX
SAP Indian Subcontinent

Dinesh Menon
Global Chief Strategy & Business Officer
Resulticks

Amit Sethiya
Head – Marketing
Syska

Monil Hathi
Chief Marketing Officer
Befree - Finance and Accounting Business Process Outsourcing

Harita-Desai-Jani
Chief Marketing Officer
Mswipe Technologies

Pravin Mohare
Chief Marketing Office
Think360

Sudeep Chawla
Vice President – Marketing
Pidilite Industries Ltd

Sukesh Nayak
Chief Creative Officer
Ogilvy

Deepali Naair
Group Chief Marketing Officer
CK Birla Group

Kaushal Thakkar
Founder & Managing Director
Infidigit

Sanjeev Chaube
EVP & Head (India) – AI
Big Data & Advanced Analytics
Vodafone Idea

Kasam Shaikh
Senior Architect
Capgemini & Microsoft MVP AI

AGENDA

Time

Session

09.30 – 10.00 am Registration

10.00 – 10.15 am Welcome Address by Mr. Vipul Oberoi, Director – Marketing, Dun & Bradstreet India: From Brand Custodian to Strategic Business Leader: The Evolving CMO

#TheEvolvingCMO: The Intersection of UX and CX

10:15 – 11:00 am Panel Discussion: CMOs Redefining Customer Experience with a Focus on UX Optimization

Understanding the direct impact of UX on customer satisfaction, loyalty, and lifetime value
Optimizing landing pages, forms, and other key touchpoints for better conversion rates and customer satisfaction
Collaboration between marketing, UX, and product teams to ensure consistent messaging and experience
Leveraging emerging technologies (AI, ML, AR/VR etc.) in the UX to enhance CX

11:00 – 11:20 am Keynote session: Integrating UX into the Marketing Funnel to Enhance Customer Journeys

#TheEvolvingCMO: The Strategic Shift in the Role of B2B CMOs

11.20 – 12.05 pm Panel Discussion: From Transactions to Relationships: The Changing Role of CMOs in B2B Marketing

Best practices for implementing account-based marketing (ABM) strategies: From targeting high-value accounts to personalizing outreach
The growing role of content marketing and thought leadership in building deeper relationships with prospects and customers
Leveraging brand storytelling to resonate powerfully with prospects
The increasing responsibility of B2B CMOs to manage customer data ethically and in compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR)

12.05 – 12.25 pm Keynote Session: From Data-Driven Insights to Holistic Approach – How Dun & Bradstreet helps Marketers Drive Growth By Dun & Bradstreet India

12.25 – 12.40 pm Networking Break

#TheEvolvingCMO: The Expanding Role of CMOs in B2C Growth

12.40 – 01.00 pm Keynote Session: CMOs as Growth Catalysts: The New Imperatives in B2C Marketing

Advancing from Personalization to Hyper-Personalization
The rise of micro and nano influencers - Why CMOs are embracing authenticity overreach
Battling short attention spans with short video content (e.g., Instagram reels, YouTube shorts)
Adapting to the rise of Gen Z consumer behavior (Social commerce, gamification, loyalty programs, visual searches, responsible marketing)

01.00 – 01.30 pm Fireside chat: Building a Brand vs Building Revenue: Aligning Short-Term Wins with Long-Term Growth

01.30 – 01.35 pm Launch of the Report "Rethinking The Future of Marketing"

01.35 – 02.05 pm Felicitation of "Marketing Mavericks 2025"

02.05 pm onwards Networking Lunch

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