Dentsu India Names Abhirup Datta As CEO, Performance Media Solutions

Dentsu India has appointed Abhirup Datta as the chief executive officer, Performance Media Solutions, accelerating its growth agenda through performance marketing. He will lead Dentsu Performance 2.0, enhancing the network's performance marketing capabilities and driving significant sales growth for Sokrati.

Dentsu's recently launched Performance 2.0 represents a revolutionary shift in performance marketing, integrating AI, advanced data analytics, and automation for transformative outcomes. This practice embodies dentsu's commitment to 'Innovate to Impact,' positioning the network as a comprehensive growth partner delivering scalable and flexible solutions for regional and global clients.

His primary focus will be driving sales growth at Sokrati, expanding market presence, delivering innovative go-to-market strategies, and achieving exceptional client growth in alignment with Densu’s global vision. Towards this objective, he will collaborate closely with Nilesh Gohil, President of Performance Practice and CEO of Sokrati. Reporting to Anita Kotwani, CEO Media, South Asia, Abhirup and Nilesh will ensure Sokrati's continued performance marketing success.

With over 20 years of experience across retail, telecom, travel, and media, he brings expertise in scaling businesses and driving revenue growth. Previously, he led app growth and revenue initiatives at Zee5 and held leadership roles at Disney Star, TUI India, HT Media, and Bharti Retail.

On the appointment, Anita Kotwani says, “Abhirup's leadership is pivotal as we advance our performance marketing capabilities. Our Performance 2.0 approach reimagines performance solutions, encompassing data, analytics, marketplaces, and commerce solutions for today's dynamic digital landscape. Abhirup's vision ensures we stay ahead. With Abhirup and Nilesh, we're poised to shape the future of performance marketing with innovative solutions.”