The 13th annual Forbes World’s Most Influential Chief Marketing Officers (CMO) list is out. And Shubhranshu Singh, currently serving as global Chief Marketing Officer at Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, has earned a spot among the influential CMOs globally.

Earlier, Shubhranshu Singh was appointed as inaugural member on the Board of Directors of the Effie LIONS Foundation, a 501c3 organization based in New York State.

As a member of the Board of Directors, Shubranshu will have a unique opportunity to have a voice in shaping the marketing industry’s future talent, help ensure that the marketing industry attracts the diverse talent needed for its future success and connect with other industry leaders who share a common mission.

With his inclusion, Shubhranshu will work as a board member with a special focus on helping the foundation address the needs of India and South Asia. He is the only person from Asia Pacific (in fact from across non America Non Europe) to join the board.

The Effie LIONS Foundation is constituted as a ‘not for profit’ institution -which the board members serve pro bono.

Marketing leadership at renowned organisations

With over two decades of global brand and category building experience, Shubhranshu Singh  has played a key role in building some of the most admired brands in and outside of India.

He has held Marketing leadership positions at renowned organizations including Royal Enfield, Unilever, Diageo, Visa, and Star India.

A passionate marketer and thought leader, Shubhranshu is known for his innovative thinking, sharp brand acumen, and ability to build and inspire high-performing teams.

From marketing to brand strategy

His work spans market development, brand strategy, demand generation, and customer experience across diverse industries and geographies.

He has received more than 50 national and international honors, including Automotive CMO of the Year at the News9 Global Summit 2024 and the Pitch CMO Award 2024.

Singh was recognized among the CNBC Storyboard18 Visionaries and named one of BusinessWorld’s Top 100 Marketers for four consecutive years (2021–2024).

He was also acknowledged as a Trailblazer at the 2023 DMA Awards for driving significant impact in marketing.

Shubhranshu is an active contributor to the global marketing community, having served as Jury Head and Member for several prestigious platforms including the Effies Global, Effies APAC, MMA Global Awards, and the 40 Under 40 Asia Pacific Apex Jury on multiple occasions.

In 2024, he also served on the Managing Committee of The Ad Club, Mumbai.

Shubhranshu Marketing Campaigns

His marketing campaigns have garnered widespread acclaim, earning accolades from the National Dadasaheb Phalke Award, D&AD, Effies, E4M, IAMAI, Emvies, Adobe, and more.

A passionate follower of sports, Shubhranshu played a key role in the creation and promotion of major sporting initiatives such as the Pro Kabaddi League, Indian Super League, Pro Badminton League, and Khelo India, in addition to marketing BCCI and ICC cricket.

He also served as a pro bono advisor to the Government of India, Ministry of Sports & Youth Affairs, during 2018–2019.

As Chairman of the Marketing Committee of the Lawn Bowls Federation, he helped lead the Indian team to gold medals at the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

A prolific writer with 800 articles

Singh is also a prolific writer, having authored over 800 articles on brand design, consumer sociology, technology, brand history, politics and emerging trends.

A celebrated keynote speaker, he has delivered thought-provoking sessions on business and brand building at leading industry forums hosted by organizations including Google, Meta, and Salesforce.

He serves on the Advisory Board of CEQUIN – Centre for Equity and Inclusion – dedicated to advancing gender equity by transforming the culture that allows violence and discrimination. It supports girls from marginalized communities, those at the threshold of adulthood, with the resources and support they need to overcome the barriers that hold them back and help unlock their potential to lead full lives.

Shubhranshu Singh remains as passionate about marketing today as he was when he stepped out of business school—committed to building brands that truly make a difference.