More About Kapil Sharma
Kapil Sharma is a seasoned communications leader with over two decades of experience shaping global strategic communications, integrated marketing, and reputation-building initiatives for some of the world’s most respected brands. His work has consistently centered on building narratives that resonate deeply with audiences while delivering measurable business impact.
As Chief Client Officer at Burson Group India, Kapil focuses on strengthening relationships with the firm’s key clients, and driving sustained growth, client retention and long-term value creation. He also leads new business development efforts across high-growth sectors including automotive, aviation, travel, manufacturing, renewable energy, and professional services.
Over the years, Kapil has led award-winning initiatives such as #CommittedToServe - recognized globally among the Top 40 campaigns worldwide; #DiscoverMore with Poetry - a breakthrough storytelling platform that won more than 20 industry awards; and Ford #Cartesy - a behaviour-change movement focused on road safety and responsible driving. Experience-led storytelling around the Ford Mustang remains another memorable milestone in creating emotional brand affinity at scale.
Kapil has earned several industry accolades, including Innovator 25 Asia Pacific by Provoke Media, PR Professional of the Year at the Campaign PR and Fulcrum Awards, Top Communications Professionals by Exchange4Media, and recognition among India’s Top 40 PR Professionals Under 40 and 100 Most Important Professionals by Reputation Today.
He holds a Master’s degree in Literature and a postgraduate diploma in Integrated Marketing Communications. Outside of work, Kapil is passionate about tennis and writes poetry under the pen name “Kalhan.”