MET Institute of Mass Media oragnised ‘Media Colloquium 2024’ on 7th December 2024. As part of this initiative professionals from the Mass Media industry gathered to discuss & deliberate on the theme: Evolving trends and expectations in the media Industry.

The event was inaugurated in the presence of Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar Dean, MET IMM; Dr. Jyotsna Munshi, Deputy Director, MET Corporate Relations and Esteemed Guest Mr. Amar Vora, Founder, Innovate Digital Media; Mr. Elson Sequeira, Associate Director - HR, Madison World; Mr. Harsh Doshi, Talent Agent, Times Group; Ms. Kajal Kothari, Co-Founder, FreshBox Media Pvt. Ltd.; Ms. Fiona Machado, Head - HR, Endemol Shine India and Banijay Asia; Mr. Saharsh Shah, VP - HR & Talent Acquisition, 88 Pictures, Ms. Jiel Narvekar, HR Business Partner, Keva Fragnances; Dr. Jyoti Udaynath R, Group HR Manager, Ultra Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.; Ms. Rakhee Aggarwal, HR - Head, OktoBuzz, faculty members, students.

The events keynote speaker Mr. Amar Vora, Founder, Innovate Digital Media and an alumni of MET Institute of Management was welcomed. With over 8 years of expertise and a proven track record in managing ?21 crore+ in performance marketing, Mr. Amar shared groundbreaking insights on “Navigating the Future of Digital Marketing and Advertising”. He shared his journey from MET to founding his own digital media powerhouse which was inspiring, showcasing the power of innovation, data-driven strategies, and relentless passion. The interaction enlightened and inspired the future media professionals to dream big!

Mr. Elson Sequeira, Associate Director - HR, Madison World as A Keynote speaker shared his invaluable insights on “Overcoming Obstacles on the Path to Success”, inspiring everyone with his journey of innovation, resilience, and transformational leadership. From aligning talent strategies with organizational goals to creating empowering workplaces, Elson’s wisdom left the students motivated to strive for excellence and tackle challenges head-on.

Media Colloquium featured a panel discussion on the theme: Evolving trends and expectations in the media Industry. The Panel included esteemed panelists Ms. Fiona Machado, Head - HR, Endemol Shine India and Banijay Asia; Ms. Jiel Narvekar, HR Business Partner, Keva Fragnances; Dr. Jyoti Udaynath P, Group HR Manager, Ultra Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.; Ms. Rakhee Aggarwal, HR - Head, OktoBuzz; moderated by Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar, Dean, MET Institute of Mass Media.

From talent acquisition to employee engagement, and from cultural shifts to the future of HR in media, the discussion was packed with actionable insights and fresh perspectives.

Media Colloquium also featured interactive sessions. MET IMM welcomed Mr. Harsh Doshi, Talent Agent at The Times Group, for an interactive session. With his dynamic journey as a celebrity manager, Bollywood reporter, TedX motivational speaker, and even the youngest parenting coach, Mr. Harsh brought incredible energy and wisdom to the session. The topic, “Various Diversity of Jobs in the Media Industry and Talent Management”, gave our audience invaluable insights into the vast opportunities within the media world and the importance of managing talent effectively.

Ms. Kajal Kothari, Co-founder of FreshBox Media, interacted with Media students during an interactive session at ‘Media Colloquium 2024’. As an alumni of MET and a seasoned marketing professional with over 9 years of entrepreneurial excellence, Ms. Kajal shared her journey of transforming advertising dynamics and crafting impactful marketing strategies. Her session highlighted the power of innovation, creativity, and teamwork in building successful campaigns that inspire and connect.

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