Ogilvy has appointed Kunal Jeswani as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for ASEAN, aiming to drive growth and boost the agency’s creative influence across the region. Jeswani’s promotion comes as part of Ogilvy’s strategic focus on expanding in Southeast Asia.
In his new role, Jeswani will work to unify the region by combining the strengths of each market, ensuring that Ogilvy’s clients receive effective and innovative solutions. By leveraging local expertise with Ogilvy’s extensive regional network, Jeswani’s leadership will focus on delivering seamless and impactful work for clients across ASEAN.
Jeswani has over 20 years of experience in the communications industry, having worked across sectors such as Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), telecom, automotive, banking, and tourism. He has played a significant role in launching major campaigns and has contributed to the success of sports leagues and national election campaigns in India.
Before this role, Jeswani served as CEO of Ogilvy India and later as the Group CEO for Singapore and Malaysia. Under his leadership, Ogilvy Singapore achieved several creative milestones, including being named the #1 Creative Agency in Asia by the Cannes Lions Creativity Report. In addition, the agency was awarded Creative Agency of the Year at the 2025 Singapore Creative Circle Awards.
Jeswani’s deep industry knowledge and ability to nurture creative talent make him the perfect fit for leading Ogilvy ASEAN into its next phase of growth. His leadership will ensure that Ogilvy remains a top creative force in the region.
In his own words, Jeswani shared his excitement, saying, “Ogilvy’s talent and network in Southeast Asia are incredibly strong, and I’m thrilled to partner with leaders across the region to continue delivering the best work for our clients and creating meaningful impact.”
This move reflects Ogilvy’s continued commitment to strengthening its presence in the ASEAN market and reaffirming its leadership in the global creative landscape.
