"Hi, I'm Ashwin, a creative professional with over 17 years of experience in Branding, Design, and Advertising and now finally evolving into a digital-first Creative Director. I'm always looking for new ways to push creative boundaries and build high-powered teams that produce award-winning work.

In my current role as the Sr. ECD & Head Of Experience at BBH India, I have been busy creating an idea-first culture with the help of exceptionally talented bunch of young turks. My personal ambition is to put BBH India on the map and create work that is not just talked about but also meaningful for our clients.

Previously, I served as the Executive Creative Director at Dentsu Webchutney, where I partnered with my CCO PG. Aditya to lead the agency's creative product/s. Under our creative leadership, Dentsu Webchutney was recognised as the Global Agency of the Year at Cannes Lions in 2022.

In the same year, I was named the #1 Creative Director in the world at Cannes Lions, 2022 and #1 Executive Creative Director in the world at the One Show Awards for my work on “The Unfiltered History Tour”. I have also been ranked #123 on Campaign Brief Asia’s Hottest Creative list and #16 on Campaign Brief Asia’s India’s Hottest Creative list in 2020.

My unique ability to balance creative and business problems is a skill that sets me apart in the industry and makes me a go-to leader for clients who value a results-driven approach.

When home, I find peace around my family. Romeo, a beautiful golden retriever who entered our lives like a cannes lion trophy. He also helps me keep my weight in check. I have a soft corner for long drives with my wife, Hina and together we have done about five road trips till now all of them originated from Bangalore. Bombay, I am watching you! :) I’m also aa self- trained singer (I make conscious effort to get the notes right) and a former professional cricketer representing India (B) U-19 teams, as well as professional clubs and university.”

Best Collective Achievements (Dentsu Webchutney)

  • Agency of the year 2022 - Cannes Lions 

  • Dentsu Network of the year 2021 - Spikes Asia

  • Country agency of the year 2021 - Spikes Asia

  • Second hottest Indian creative agency 2021 - Campaign Brief Asia

  • Bravest agencies on the planet 2020 - Contagious

  • India’s most awarded agency 2019 - Cannes Lions

  • Warc top 100 agencies - Warc

  • Digital agency of the year 2019 - Goafest Abbys

  • PR agency of the year 2019 - Goafest Abbys

  • Direct Specialist agency of the year - 2019 | Goafest Abbys

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