Weber Shandwick has announced the appointment of Shashikant Someshwar as Chief Executive Officer of Weber Shandwick India, effective 1 October. He was previously serving as interim Managing Director of India.
“India is not only one of the fastest-growing markets in Asia Pacific, but it is also one of the most influential. Shashi’s leadership will ensure that Weber Shandwick continues to be at the forefront of this growth, helping clients navigate change with creativity, innovation, and meaningful impact. His promotion is a critical step in strengthening our leadership bench as we accelerate our regional ambitions,” said Tyler Kim, CEO, APAC, Weber Shandwick.
“The promotion is both a personal milestone and a reflection of the incredible journey we have taken as a team. India’s communications landscape is evolving rapidly, and Weber Shandwick is uniquely positioned to help clients seize the opportunities ahead. My focus will be on building the next chapter of growth by strengthening partnerships, embracing innovation, and empowering our team to deliver impact,” said Someshwar.
Someshwar has held leadership roles across corporate and consumer practices before taking on the interim role earlier this year. He has worked with the senior leadership team on growth initiatives, client strategy, and team development.
