Former Salesforce PR peers Katie Dufficy and Katie Boysen have re-united to launch Smart In Public, a new podcast exploring PR and comms issues. Dufficy and Boysen (as they are wont to call each other) worked together at Salesforce in Australia, but both had their roles eliminated in cutbacks at the software giant over the last 18 months. With more time than usual on their hands, the pair decided to fulfill a long-held desire to start a podcast together. Boysen, who returned to the US in 2022 to become Salesforce’s Director of Global Communications, is currently consulting while Dufficy is looking for her next role. “We’ve always talked about doing a podcast and now we’re finally doing it,” Dufficy told Influencing. “We have a great rapport, and we’ve always said we think there’s a gap for a mix of comms and PR content, but with a bit of life and business and fun mixed in.” “And so suddenly I had some free time and [Boysen’s] doing consulting so yeah, it

Enrission India, a platform supporting Indian startups, has selected Blue Buzz as its official PR agency to strengthen its communication and brand presence in the dynamic startup ecosystem.  In a press release accessed by Influencing India, Harsh Deodhar, principal at Enrission India, praised Blue Buzz’s tailored marketing strategies, noting, "Their bespoke strategies are designed to address real-time brand needs while building a strong foundation for the future." Blue Buzz founder and CEO, Neha K Bisht, also expressed excitement about the partnership in the release, stating, "We are dedicated to helping Enrission India establish a solid brand identity while fostering learning and development within the startup community." Blue Buzz will focus on strategic communications to boost Enrission India's brand narrative and outreach.

Kalyan Jewellers India Limited, a prominent jewellery brand, has announced the appointment of Vivek Kangath as general manager of corporate communications. In this role, Vivek will manage all public relations and corporate communications activities for Candere by Kalyan Jewellers, a leading online lifestyle jewellery brand in India. Announcing his new role on LinkedIn, Vivek Kangath said, "I am excited to join Kalyan Jewellers India Limited as the General Manager of Corporate Communications. Transitioning into a new sector presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges, and I am eager to leverage my experience to contribute to the growth and success of the company. Under the leadership of an industry titan like, I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here and embarking on this new journey."  Kangath brings over 15 years of expertise in corporate communications and public relations to Kalyan Jewellers. Prior to this position, he was the global head of co

Ushang Sheth has been appointed as the head of corporate communications at HDFC Securities.     Sheth joined Adfactors PR as an account manager, director of banking and financial services at Genesis BCW, and chief manager of group corporate communications at L&T Finance. He was also a senior research analyst at CNBC TV18 and a principal correspondent at Zee Media.     Nupur Acharya, vice president of External Communications, congratulated Sheth and expressed confidence in his excellence in the new role.    

Aveek Datta has joined Jio Financial Services as head of corporate communications.  In a LinkedIn post, Datta shared the move with his connections expressing his delight to join the team. “As the country's economic power rises, the digital-first platform will leverage state-of-the-art technology, data analytics, a strong brand, and a granular understanding of the Indian consumer, to ensure the financial well-being of one and all,” Datta said. “It's a privilege to be a part of the dynamic and entrepreneurial team giving shape to this vision.”  He worked across various media organisations including the Indian Express in West Bengal as a trainee reporter, a national writer at Mint for more than six years, deputy chief of the Bureau at The Financial Express, associate editor at Forbes, and a deputy editor at Fortune.   Datta ventured into PR, joining Bandhan Bank as a deputy vice president of corporate communications before joining CRISIL, where he was an associate dire

Sandipan Ghatak has taken charge as vice president of Corporate Marketing & Communications at the Jubiliant Bhartia Group.    Reflecting on his new role, he shared on LinkedIn: “Delighted to share that I have joined Jubilant Bhartia Group as Vice President Corporate Marketing & Communications for Jubilant Pharmova and Jubilant Ingrevia. Excited to embark on this journey of learning and growth!”  With a distinguished career that spans roles such as vice president & head of corporate communications & CSR at Max Healthcare, head of communications and public affairs at Johnson & Johnson India, and extensive experience at PepsiCo, Sandipan has consistently shown expertise in corporate reputation management, brand strategy, and communications.