Abdul Kalam
About Abdul Kalam
Abdul Kalam is a Group Head of Business at Interpublic Group (IPG), where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in managing client accounts for major brands and has held various roles in prominent advertising agencies in India.
Current Role at Interpublic Group
Abdul Kalam serves as the Group Head - Business at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2019. He is based in Gurugram, Haryana, India. In this role, he manages client accounts for major brands, including Reckitt Benckiser, Whirlpool, Orient, ExxonMobil, and NuShakti. His responsibilities involve overseeing business operations and ensuring effective communication between clients and the agency.
Previous Experience at MediaCom and DDB Mudra Group
Prior to his current position, Abdul Kalam worked at MediaCom as a Business Executive from 2014 to 2016 in Gurgaon, India. He then joined DDB Mudra Group as Partner Planning from 2017 to 2019 in the Kolkata Area. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in managing client relationships and strategic planning.
Career Path at Dentsu Aegis Network and Initiative
Abdul Kalam's career includes a role as Business Manager at Dentsu Aegis Network from 2016 to 2017 in Gurgaon, India. He also worked as a Media Executive at Initiative from 2013 to 2014 in Gurgaon. These positions helped him develop skills in media planning and business management.
Educational Background
Abdul Kalam holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Pailan College of Management & Technology, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. He also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with a focus on Advertising Communication and Media Planning and Buying at EMPI Business School from 2011 to 2013. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business and media.
Early Career and Internship Experience
Abdul Kalam began his career with an internship at ZenithOptimedia in 2012, where he gained initial exposure to the media industry. He also worked at Initiative as a Media Executive from 2013 to 2014. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in business and media planning.