Havas Media Network India appoints Archana Aggarwal as Chief Growth Officer

Havas Media Network India has appointed Archana Aggarwal as Chief Growth Officer, as it continues to accelerate its growth momentum in India, one of the top 10 and fastest-growing markets for Havas globally.  

Archana will be based out of Gurugram and will report to Mohit Joshi, CEO, Havas Media Network India. 

In her new role, she will lead the growth agenda across Havas Media, PivotRoots, Havas Play and Arena Media, focusing on new business, strengthening client partnerships, and advancing the network’s integrated approach to growth. 

Rana Barua, Group CEO, Havas India, SEA & North Asia (Japan and South Korea) , said, “India continues to be a critical market for Havas globally and is among our top 10 markets worldwide. We are seeing strong momentum across Havas Media Network India, driven by our integrated model and growing client partnerships. Archana’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as we continue to scale our capabilities and accelerate growth in the market. I wish her all the best.”  

Mohit Joshi, CEO, Havas Media Network India, said, “We are delighted to welcome Archana to Havas Media Network India at a time of strong growth. Her deep understanding of consumer behaviour and proven ability to translate insights into business outcomes will be instrumental as we continue to scale our integrated, data-led capabilities across agencies.” 

Archana Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer, Havas Media Network India, said, “I’m excited to join Havas Media Network India at such an important phase of its growth journey. The opportunity to drive growth across a diverse and integrated ecosystem is compelling, and I look forward to working with the teams to deliver meaningful impact for clients.” 

A seasoned media and marketing leader with over two decades of experience, Archana brings a strong track record of building brands, leading transformation, and delivering business impact. In her most recent role as Vice President – Media at Airtel, she led integrated media strategies aligned with evolving consumer behaviour and business outcomes. Her experience spans digital and traditional media, with expertise across FMCG, telecom, and the broader marketing ecosystem, having worked with brands such as P&G, Unilever, L’Oréal, Coca-Cola, the Diamond Trading Corporation, and Airtel. She is known for her forward-looking approach, leveraging emerging platforms and technologies including Connected TV, AI, and the metaverse, and brings both strategic depth and executional excellence.