Uber’s India and South Asia Head of Marketing, Ameya Velankar, has stepped down from his role, marking the end of a more than seven-year stint with the company, according to recent reports.
Velankar has exited his position as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia at Uber. His departure concludes a long association with the company, during which he held multiple roles across marketing functions.
While his next move was initially undisclosed, subsequent updates indicate that he is expected to transition to a new organisation.
Role And Responsibilities
In his most recent role, Velankar led marketing for Uber across India and South Asia. His responsibilities included overseeing brand strategy, consumer engagement, and growth initiatives in one of the company’s key markets.
His tenure coincided with a period of rapid evolution in the mobility sector, where ride-hailing platforms focused on localisation, digital adoption, and expanding service offerings.
Tenure At Uber
Velankar spent over seven years at Uber, during which he worked across product marketing, category marketing, and eventually led the overall marketing function for the region.
He played a role in shaping Uber’s brand positioning in India, contributing to marketing strategies across offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals, and Intercity services.
Tenure At Uber
Velankar spent over seven years at Uber, during which he worked across product marketing, category marketing, and eventually led the overall marketing function for the region.
He played a role in shaping Uber’s brand positioning in India, contributing to marketing strategies across offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals, and Intercity services.
Previous Experience
Before joining Uber, Velankar worked with SC Johnson as Category Head. Prior to that, he spent over seven years at Marico in brand and category roles.
He began his career with RPG Enterprises, building early experience in marketing and business operations.
Velankar holds a PGDM in Sales and Marketing from the Management Development Institute.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
Leadership changes at companies like Uber reflect the fast-evolving nature of consumer businesses in India. As brands continue to adapt to shifting user expectations and market dynamics, continuity in strategy and communication becomes important for maintaining trust.
Smooth transitions in leadership roles help ensure that innovation, accessibility, and service reliability remain consistent for users across the region.
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