Gaurav Nijhawan
About Gaurav Nijhawan
Gaurav Nijhawan is the Marketing Head for Digital Strategy and Analytics at IndusInd Bank, bringing extensive experience in marketing across various sectors. He has held significant roles at companies like Stashfin, Citi, and Carlsberg Group, and holds an MBA in Marketing along with a degree in Computer Science Engineering.
Current Role at IndusInd Bank
Gaurav Nijhawan serves as the Marketing Head for Digital Strategy and Analytics at IndusInd Bank. He has held this position since 2023, focusing on enhancing the bank's digital marketing strategies and analytics capabilities. His role involves overseeing marketing initiatives that leverage digital platforms to improve customer engagement and drive business growth.
Previous Experience at Stashfin
Before joining IndusInd Bank, Gaurav Nijhawan was the Head of Marketing at Stashfin from 2021 to 2023. In this role, he played a significant part in building the Stashfin brand from its inception, which included creating brand designs, playbooks, and videos, as well as establishing a presence on social and digital media.
Career Background in Marketing
Gaurav has a diverse background in marketing, having worked at various organizations. He served as a Marketing Manager at Carlsberg Group from 2014 to 2016, where he was instrumental in increasing market share for brands like Tuborg and Kronenbourg. He also held multiple roles at Citi, including Assistant Vice President of Brand Marketing and Vice President of Marketing, contributing to brand strategy and product integration with major digital platforms.
Educational Qualifications
Gaurav Nijhawan holds an MBA in Marketing from the Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science and Engineering from CITM, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. This combination of technical and marketing education supports his expertise in digital strategy.
Consulting and International Experience
Gaurav has also gained international experience through his role as a Senior Marketing Consultant at EY from 2011 to 2014, where he conducted marketing consulting assignments in South-East Asian markets. He worked with notable brands such as Nokia, Microsoft, and Pernod Ricard, enhancing his understanding of diverse market dynamics.