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Dheeraj Sinha

Strategist | Brand Builder | Innovator | Author

Dheeraj Sinha is the Group CEO of FCB India & South Asia, leading one of the country’s most integrated and fast-growing creative networks. Since 2023, he has driven a bold transformation—delivering double-digit growth, launching future-facing platforms like FCB Now, and winning landmark clients across categories.

A strategist by training and a builder at heart, Dheeraj has helped shape some of India’s most iconic brands, from Spotify and Amazon to KFC and Mountain Dew. His leadership has led to wins at Cannes Lions, Effie’s, and One Show and creative recognition on the world stage.

Author of two bestselling books and host of the acclaimed podcast Speakeasy, Dheeraj is also a sought-after voice on branding, business, and leadership. He blends creativity, commerce, and culture to build ideas that don’t just win, but move the market.

Most popular episodes

Designing the Future of SUVs from India Ft. Pratap Bose

Pratap Bose — Chief Design & Creative Officer at Mahindra — joins Dheeraj Sinha for an inspiring conversation on how design drives emotion, innovation, and brand power.

From the Tata Nano to Mahindra’s Born Electric lineup, Pratap unpacks what it truly means to build icons that inspire. In a world where attention is the new showroom, this episode dives deep into creativity, courage, and the rise of Indian automotive design on the global stage.

A must-watch for anyone passionate about cars, creativity, leadership, and the future of design from India.

The Hidden Cost of the Convenience Economy Ft. Dr. Marcus Ranney

In the latest episode of TDSP - “The Hidden Cost of the Convenience Economy”, Dr. Marcus Ranney dives into how modern comforts are quietly eroding our health, resilience, and performance.

He explains why embracing discomfort, like cold exposure, fasting, and movement - can be the key to living stronger, healthier, and longer.

It’s Not Storytelling, ​It’s About Creating a Feeling Ft. Ram Madhvani

Filmmaker Ram Madhvani joins Dheeraj Sinha on The Dheeraj Sinha Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on art, technology, and the craft of creativity.

They explore how creativity thrives when humans and technology collaborate, how fear drives reinvention, and why the constant search for a personal voice is key to making work that is both authentic and universal. This isn’t just about storytelling — it’s about creating that feeling.

Unpacking AI Beyond the Hype Ft. Kashyap Kompella

Kashyap Kompella and Dheeraj Sinha, in this episode of Unpacking AI Beyond the Hype, cut through the noise around AI.

They explore its real opportunities and risks. The conversation dives into AI’s impact on creativity and the emerging new skills it demands. They also discuss what the future of AI could look like in India and globally.

Building A Fintech For Indian SMEs Ft. Deepak Jain

How are digital loans triggering economic change for Bharat? How does one stand out in a saturated category such as financing? What's behind the speed at which brands are scaling-up today?

In Episode 10 of the podcast ‘Speakeasy with Dheeraj Sinha – Season 3,’ Deepak Jain, Co-Founder at FlexiLoans speaks about how regional micro business enterprises in India are contributing towards national economy with the support of digital loans, how fintech is shaping a new India. He also shares his views on strategy to chase IPOs for a business and cites some thought-provoking insights. Deepak Jain was born in a family of jewellers and moneylenders. He was an in-house consultant with JSW Group when he decided to become an investment banker. He joined Indian School of Business and started working for ENAM in 2009. He worked for 15 years in the corporate world before being bitten by the entrepreneurial bug.

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