India – 22feet Tribal Worldwide appointed Axon Alex as head of strategy to lead the agency’s strategic planning. In addition, Shikha Davessar has been promoted to EVP and head of client business. Both individuals will report directly to Vanaja Pillai, president of 22feet Tribal Worldwide.
Alex, a MICA alumnus, began his advertising career with DDB Tribal and has worked there for almost 16 years. Throughout his professional career, he held crucial positions, including as strategy director at BBH India and managing partner at Jack in the Box Worldwide, where he contributed to the agency’s growth. Axon has built a portfolio, working with companies such as McDonald’s, Vi (Vodafone Idea), Mars Petcare, and ITC Hotels.
Davessar, who has worked with DDB Mudra Group for nearly a decade, provides expertise working with companies like Fortune 500 global brands including Britannia, Battlegrounds Mobile India, Diageo, Flipkart, LG, and Mars Petcare.
Speaking about the appointments, Vanaja Pillai, president, 22feet Tribal Worldwide, said, “I am delighted with these developments at 22feetTribal Worldwide, building off the success we experienced over the last year. Axon joins us at a perfect time, with an enviable roster of clients and exciting business challenges ahead. He brings a wealth of experience from his 16 years in the industry, including key roles at esteemed agencies and a strong portfolio with marquee brands. His expertise will undoubtedly enrich our strategic capabilities and propel our agency’s further growth.”
Pillai added, “We’ve made great strides in new business and creative wins, and Shikha’s contributions have been significant in making this happen. Her journey within our agency exemplifies our commitment to nurturing and recognizing internal talent, and her elevation is a well- deserved recognition. We can’t wait for the amazing journey we have ahead at 22feetTribal WW!”
Meanwhile, Alex commented, “This agency in its previous avatar was where it all started for me, and I made the promise to come back someday. I’ve come back not on the back of the promise I made but the promise 22Feet holds. The teams have built a reputation in being in the consideration set when you think about the top agencies in the country. Strategy is simply the process of charting the way forward and I hope I’ll play a part in our growth story through the work for our clients and the thinking behind it.”
