AUGUST 27, 2026 | MUMBAI

DIGITAL EVANGELISTS
LEAGUES IMPACT

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OVERVIEW

The continuing transformation in digital marketing has been enabled by professionals who have believed in the medium with all their hearts.

Media planners and buyers as well as digital marketers have pushed for the use of the medium across categories, across the length and breadth of India. And they continue to expand the digital boundaries through their business decisions. It is these professionals who continue to take digital marketing forward by putting their money where their mouth is.

afaqs! Digital Evangelists' League is a one-of-its-kind to honour these digital champions!

By shining a spotlight on these evangelists, we aim to inspire a new generation of media professionals to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Join us as we celebrate the pioneers of today and the leaders of tomorrow.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?

DIGITAL
MEDIA
PLANNERS

DIGITAL
MEDIA
BUYERS

DIGITAL
BRAND
MARKETERS

HOW IT
WORKS

The afaqs! Digital Evangelists' League is open to the following professionals who have done exceptional work in furthering the cause of digital advertising and marketing in India. A maximum of 50 achievers will be admitted to the League this year.

Eligibility: Professionals can apply to join the afaqs! Digital Evangelist Leagues if they are
  • Digital Media Planners or Buyers
  • Digital Brand Marketers
  • Less than 40 years of age on June 30, 2026
Nomination: A contender can nominate herself/himself or be nominated by a colleague/friend.
Application Date: Entries from contenders will be open till July 30, 2024.
Judging: The working record of the contenders for admission to the League will be reviewed by a jury of well-known senior leaders.
Judging Criteria: The jury will be advised to gauge entries on the basis of the following parameters:
  • Career milestones
  • Campaign successes
  • Innovation at work
  • Role in launching/building a new brand, agency or platform

PERKS OF
BEING A
LEAGUE MEMBER

Securing a position in the afaqs! Digital Evangelists' League unlocks some exclusive perks for you. Here, you don't just belong; you lead, inspire, and shape the future of digital media.

Gain Community Insights:
  • Join the exclusive afaqs! League - Class of 2024 Community.
  • Connect with industry leaders and peers, expanding your professional network.
Be a part of our Events:
  • Preference as a jury member and/or speaker at afaqs! events.
  • Attend relevant afaqs! events throughout the year as a valued delegate.
  • An assured invitation to the next edition of the League.
Get featured Editorially:
  • Opportunity to share your insights and expertise by contributing to afaqs! Guest Articles.
  • Coverage in People Spotting, the column on movements.
Specials:
  • Get a special badge to declare your membership at afaqs! Digital Evangelists' League.
  • Use it anywhere on your digital profile.
  • Permanent presence on afaqs! as a member of the League.

GRAND JURY

Akhil Sethi

Head of Digital Marketing
JBL (Lifestyle Consumer Audio)

Pooja Baid

Chief Marketing Officer
Philips Domestic Appliances

Vishal Chinchankar

CEO
Madison Media Alpha & Madison Digital

Sushmita Kashyap

Director Marketing
McDonald's India