Srinivasan K. Swamy Re-Elected President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for 2025–26.
Obituary
On 14 August 2025, Srinivasan K. Swamy, Executive Group Chairman of R K Swamy Ltd, was re-elected as President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for the year 2025–26—marking his fourth term in the role, with Jaideep Gandhi serving as Vice-President.
- Srinivasan Swamy’s recent election marks his return to AAAI’s helm after an 18-year hiatus. His earlier leadership spanned three consecutive terms from 2004 to 2007, shaping him as a seasoned and trusted industry veteran.
- The appointment took place at AAAI’s Annual General Body Meeting held on 14 August 2025. Alongside Swamy, Jaideep Gandhi was elected Vice-President. The new Board includes prominent figures from leading agencies like Leo Burnett, Madison Communications, Grey Worldwide, Havas Media, and more.
- A stalwart of India’s advertising and marketing communications sector, Swamy has previously held leadership roles in numerous national and international organizations—including the International Advertising Association (IAA), the Confederation of Asian Advertising Agencies Association, Advertising Standards Council of India, and the Audit Bureau of Circulations—highlighting his widespread influence and commitment.
Main Point :- (i) Outgoing President Prasanth Kumar, who served from 2022–23 to 2024–25, welcomed Swamy’s return and expressed confidence that Swamy’s vast expertise would propel AAAI toward new milestones. Kumar will now serve as an ex-officio member of the AAAI Board.
(ii) Widely recognized with multiple awards, including AAAI’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Swamy has been instrumental in advancing industry standards, fostering collaboration, and championing advertising interests across India and internationally, reinforcing his legacy as a guiding force.
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