Kaizzen, a leading independent Communications Agency, announces the strategic appointment of Ankita Malik as Vice President-North. With more than 14 years of experience in the communications industry, Ankita brings a wealth of expertise in crafting impactful strategies and fostering client relationships.Ankita's appointment underscores Kaizzen's commitment to enhancing its presence and service offerings in the Northern markets. In her new role, Ankita will spearhead initiatives to drive growth, expand client engagement, and elevate Kaizzen's standing as a trusted partner for strategic communications solutions across verticals."We are thrilled to welcome Ankita to our team as Vice President for North," said Vineet Handa, CEO, Kaizzen. "Her proven track record of delivering results and her deep understanding of the communications landscape will be instrumental in propelling our North operations to newer heights. Ankita's strategic vision and leadership will undoubtedly reinforce Kaizzen's position as a preferred communications partner in the region."Ankita’s expertise spans technology, telecommunications, auto, and lifestyle sectors. With her dynamic leadership, Ankita is poised to deliver top-notch services and drive competitive advantages for products and services, bolstering Kaizzen's revenue portfolio.Welcoming her to the team, Nikhil Pavithran, Group President, Kaizzen said, “Ankita’s experience will not only help us in growing Kaizzen’s portfolio but will also be instrumental in expanding our other specialized verticals. With her appointment, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering diverse leadership perspectives and working towards a more inclusive organization. I welcome her formally on-board and wish her the best.” "I am excited to embark on this new journey with Kaizzen and contribute to the company's continued success," said Ankita Malik. "The opportunity to lead the North operations presents an exciting challenge, and I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at Kaizzen to deliver unparalleled value to our clients."Ankita has served on senior counsel teams and contributed to renowned PR consultancies such as Zeno Group, MSL Group, and Six Degrees BCW. She has also led marketing communications for notable brands like Intex Technologies and Comio Smartphones. With over 14 years of experience, Ankita has managed brands across India, China, the USA, and APAC regions, showcasing her versatility and global perspective. Based in New Delhi, she brings a wealth of international expertise to her role at Kaizzen.

Zeno Group has promoted two global leaders to newly created roles essential to the agency’s ongoing growth and evolution. Mark Shadle has been appointed Chief Reputation Strategist and Julie Georgas has been named President of Zeno Canada.  Currently Global Managing Director of Corporate Affairs, Mark Shadle joined Zeno in 2010 to establish and build the firm’s Corporate practice, which today is an award-winning, multi-dimensional global offering that works with clients across myriad industries addressing complex business challenges. Shadle’s new role comes at a pivotal time as C-suite executives are navigating geopolitical and societal issues with the potential for significant business impact.  Shadle will continue to lead the agency’s global Corporate Affairs practice, which grew 27% last year with a range of specialty areas including purpose and impact, employee engagement, executive positioning, C-suite consulting and issues/crisis management.   Shadle has also spearheaded several Zeno research initiatives that explore key corporate affairs topics from research on the evolving workplace and corporate structures to "Signals of Change: The Future of Corporate Affairs." In his new role, he is driving the firm's new global study that compares C-suite and consumer expectations on today's societal issues. Julie Georgas has led Zeno Canada’s transformation over the past seven years as Managing Director, significantly building its presence and reputation in the country. Georgas has grown her team to more than 40 people across three markets – Vancouver, Toronto and Quebec – and built a multi-sector client portfolio. In her new role, Georgas will continue to oversee all operations and develop additional growth strategies for the region.  “Mark and Julie embody Zeno’s commitment to driving both impactful client work and a culture that invites all points of view and opens opportunities for talent to grow. They have inspired colleagues and clients alike and have written many important chapters of Zeno’s story with more to come as we continue to evolve and expand,” said Global CEO Barby K. Siegel.