Ravi Bhaya appointed MD of SMG South Africa

SMG South Africa’s CEO Aaron van Schaik says: “Ravi is a true SMG stalwart and has a proven track record of getting the very best out of his teams. His ability to build businesses in emerging markets has been very evident.”

“Ravi has a fantastic ability to influence and advise advertisers on their go-to market strategies via conventional media, digital asset creation, data analytics and content opportunities. He’s already hit the ground running and we look forward to taking this journey alongside him,” adds Van Schaik.

In his position as MD, Bhaya is responsible for all business aspects relating to SMG South Africa and the Africa region. “I am grateful for the opportunity and excited at the possibilities that the South African and African markets present,” he says.

“This region is primed for a rapid growth phase and its renewed focus and potential for marketers is immense. With the ongoing integration of the Lighthouse Digital and SMG teams, new leadership and the move to our new office premises, I keenly look forward to the journey ahead.”

Starcom MediaVest Group, the Human Experience Company, is one of the world’s largest and most celebrated brand communications and consumer contact organisations with nearly 6700 employees in 110 offices across 67 countries.

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