Weber Shandwick announced the elevation of Shashikanth Someshwar to Chief Executive Officer of Weber Shandwick India, effective October 1.
With a team of more than 150 people across Mumbai, Gurgaon, and Bengaluru, India has become one of Weber Shandwick’s fastest-growing markets in Asia Pacific, supported by clients in technology, healthcare, consumer, and public affairs. Someshwar’s elevation adds to the leadership team in the region.
Someshwar has held leadership roles across corporate and consumer practices before stepping in as interim Managing Director of India earlier this year. He has been involved in driving growth, providing counsel to clients, and building teams aligned with the needs of the market.
“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 elevation is a critical step in strengthening our leadership bench as we accelerate our regional ambitions,” said Tyler Kim, CEO, APAC, Weber Shandwick.
“The elevation is both a personal milestone and a reflection of the journey we have taken as a team. India’s communications landscape is evolving rapidly, and Weber Shandwick is 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.
