McCann Worldgroup has welcomed Sumeer Mathur as its new Chief Strategy Director, a key appointment aimed at strengthening the agency’s strategic leadership in India. Mathur announced his new role via a post on LinkedIn.
With a strong background in brand strategy and creative planning, Mathur brings nearly two decades of experience to his new position. Prior to joining McCann, he served as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Dentsu Creative India, a role he held for almost three years. During his tenure at Dentsu, Mathur was instrumental in leading integrated strategic thinking across disciplines and played a vital role in shaping the agency’s creative and strategic direction.
Industry peers and former colleagues have welcomed the move, describing it as a strong strategic addition for McCann, which continues to emphasize innovation and culturally driven storytelling across markets.
Mathur’s appointment underscores McCann Worldgroup’s continued focus on bringing in experienced, forward-thinking leaders to drive brand-building and creative effectiveness in a competitive market landscape.