Astrum, India's first research-based strategic communications consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Harsh Shrivastava as Senior Advisor. Harsh's appointment is part of Astrum's continued investment in building specialised advisory capabilities to serve Indian and global clients operating in fast changing, high-stakes environments.
Joining a distinguished roster of Senior Advisors, Harsh will counsel Astrum's clients on matters at the intersection of regulation, and reputation related stakeholder engagement, working alongside the firm's leadership to expand its leadership bench in executive content, policy advocacy and government relations.
An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, Harsh brings more than three decades of distinguished experience spanning government, industry, media and civil society. He served in the Planning Commission and in the Prime Minister Office. He has subsequently been the CEO of the Public Affairs Forum of India and the Microfinance Institutions Network, an SRO under the Reserve Bank of India. He has represented the sector before regulators, government, investors, media, customers. His corporate career includes senior roles at the Confederation of Indian Industry, and Feedback Ventures, and other large companies, where he led mandates spanning policy advocacy, corporate affairs, and business development.
Commenting on the appointment, Ashwani Singla, Founding Managing Partner, Astrum, said, "Harsh's unique vantage point having shaped communication at the very centre of government, led national industry bodies and operated at senior levels in corporate India gives our clients an extraordinary advantage in navigating today's interconnected world of policy, regulation and reputation.”
"What drew me to Astrum is its distinctive belief that great counsel begins with rigorous research. In a country where policy, regulation and public perception are increasingly intertwined, that discipline is more relevant than ever, “ says, Harsh Shrivastava, “I look forward to working with Astrum's capable and committed team. And with Astrum’s clients to shape strategies that are not only effective, but built on insight, evidence and a deep understanding of India's evolving public landscape."
