OAC
Dipankar Sanyal to join thought-provoking OAC 2026 panel
Having witnessed the evolution of India’s OOH industry over the last three decades, Dipankar will join a power packed panel to discuss how the OOH eco-system can move beyond challenges that affect three key aspects that influence growth: Trust, technology and transparency.
Dipankar Sanyal, CEO, Platinum Communications has joined the 20th edition of OOH Advertising Convention as a panelist for the session titled ‘Tech, Trust & Transparency: Time to revisit the 3 Ts?’
At OAC 2026, Dipankar will join fellow industry leaders to discuss whether the OOH industry needs to revisit and reinforce the three pillars of trust, technology and transparency amid changing advertiser expectations, increasing role of technology and a rapidly evolving media ecosystem, driven by the digital medium.
The panel, moderated by seasoned media and advertising professional Meenakshi Menon, is expected to offer key insights into how the industry can build greater accountability, embrace innovation and strengthen confidence in OOH as a future-ready medium.
A seasoned OOH professional, Dipankar has worked with some of the industry’s leading agencies, including Portland, Zenith Optimedia, RK Swamy BBDO and Madison, before taking over the leadership of Platinum Communications. Over the last 15 years, he has been part of the industry’s top management, driving business growth, strategic planning and client success.
Throughout his career, he has worked extensively on several marquee brands, including ITC, Coca-Cola India, Tata Motors, BPCL, Parle Agro and Aditya Birla Capital, building deep expertise in delivering impactful OOH solutions across categories.
Under his leadership, Platinum Communications has witnessed significant growth over the past decade, driven by a strong focus on strategic thinking, client delight and long-term partnerships. Known as a people-centric leader, Dipankar has consistently championed collaborative approaches and business practices that create sustained value for brands and stakeholders alike.
The 20th edition of OAC will be held on 24-25 July 2026 at the Grand Hyatt, Goa, bringing together leading voices from marketing, media, technology and advertising under the theme, ‘Do The X!’.