APCA :: The Team

TEAM


APCA-INDIA


Anikendra Nath Sen Chairman I strive with none for none is worth my strife ... since I've warmed my hands before the fire of life. Badshah, as he is popularly known, has more than 30 years of experience in television, radio and print media in India and abroad. One of APCA's founder directors, Badshah has provided APCA with visionary leadership and steered the organization on to an explosive growth path. He has earlier served with The Times of India where he was the Resident Editor of the Delhi edition, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

Dileep Padgaonkar Director Power only for the imagination (graffiti on Paris walls, May 1968) An Indian media icon, Dileep has been a journalist for more than 30 years and has been associated with many major media properties across the world. He was the Executive Managing Editor of The Times of India. He has also served as a senior International Civil Servant with UNESCO from 1978 to 1986. Dileep did his graduation from the French Film Institute and took his Ph.D in Philosophy from the University of Paris (Sorbonne), France.

Nikesh Sinha Vice President I haven't experienced everything. I have to. A product of IIT, Madras and IIM, Ahmedabad, Nikesh was with ANZ Grindlays Bank and The Times of India Response Division before he gave in to his entrepreneurial urge and became a founding member of APCA. With his exceptional management skills, Nikesh has spearheaded various growth initiatives of the company and has been instrumental in making APCA a leading player in the Indian media space.

Atul Kokas Chief Financial Officer I also count stars. A chartered accountant, Atul has more than 14 years of experience in the printing and publishing industry. He has worked with such organizations as the TEJ Group, Media Transasia and The Times of India. His hands-on approach, quantitative orientation and down-to-earth nature have proved to be invaluable to APCA and played a crucial role in its many successes.

Arvind N. Das Founder Director Forget the facts for a moment. What is the theory? Known for his achievements as a social scientist, journalist, activist, documentary filmmaker and editor of Biblio, Arvind played a critical role in defining APCA's presence in the Indian media space. Two of his books, The Republic of Bihar and Changel: The Biography of a Village, have been hailed as landmark social commentaries. Arvind passed away tragically in 2000, but his spirit continues to guide APCA.



APCA-NEPAL


Ravin Lama Director I see things that never were and I say "Why not?" From starcatchers to dreamchasers. Ravin has spent 17 years in advertising and marketing. He firmly believes that advertising is the only profession in the world where you can have the most fun - with your clothes on.


Joseph Nathan Editorial Adviser I have removed the ceiling above my dreams. There are no more impossible dreams With more than 17 years in journalism, Joe has a deep understanding of the nuances of news gathering, analysis and reporting both for the print and the electronic media. Starting his career with the Deccan Chronicle group, he has to his credit several path-breaking news stories and has extensively reported on a wide variety of subjects from all over. He has also worked on Australian Broadcasting Corporation's investigative documentary Fixing Cricket which won the Walkley award, Australia's version of the Pulitzer Prize in the year 2000. Joe has been an integral part of APCA since 1994 having helped in the launch of several projects.

Neeraj Bansal Chief Operating Officer Those who quit never win, those who win never quit Neeraj is a chartered accountant who has shouldered immense responsibility throughout his career with APCA. Besides being a highly competent finance professional, Neeraj has made his mark repeatedly as a successful strategist, negotiator and project manager. It is a testimony to his skills that he has quickly become a key member of the core management team at APCA.


APCA-MAURITIUS


Ravin Lama Executive Director I see things that never were and I say "Why not?" From starcatchers to dreamchasers. Ravin has spent 17 years in advertising and marketing. He firmly believes that advertising is the only profession in the world where you can have the most fun - with your clothes on.

C.U Anand Chief Executive -Mauritius It is difficult, but paying, to be creative, efficient and humble He brings 20 years of marketing and product promotion experience to the team. He has worked with The Times of India, Jain TV and the JVG Group. He has independently handled one of the most successful advertising campaigns in India in recent times. CU wields exemplary skills at business strategizing and has led many endeavours in such diverse areas as brand promotion and advertising, circulation and new product development.

Samir Khatri Chief Financial Officer Dare to fly!! Samir, a Chartered Accountant, started his career with Standard Chartered Bank and joined APCA in 2004. A key member of the management team, he possesses considerable strategic skills and a sharp financial acumen. He has proven to be a resourceful project manager and a persevering operations administrator.