Rahul Sharma

Rahul Sharma is a seasoned professional in the fields of public affairs, advocacy, and communications. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy at Burson, a position he assumed in June 2024.2 With a career spanning over two decades, Rahul has accumulated extensive experience across various sectors of media, policy, and corporate communications.

Career Highlights

Rahul's professional journey includes significant roles in prominent organizations:

• Senior Director & Division Head (Public Affairs & Advocacy) at BCW India Group, part of the WPP Group2
• Managing Director of APCO's India operations1
• Deputy Secretary General of the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)1
• President of Rediffusion Communications1
• President of Genesis Burson-Marsteller's public affairs practice in India1

Expertise and Responsibilities

In his current role, Rahul leads the public affairs division at Burson, supporting clients across diverse sectors with their public affairs and advocacy strategies for India.2 His areas of expertise include:

• Public policy
• Advocacy
• Reputation management
• Crisis management
• Political and government communication

Educational Background

Rahul's academic credentials include:

• BA in Economics from the University of Delhi2
• Postgraduate diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi2
• Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy from the Indian School of Business (2022-2023)2

Additional Information

Rahul is a founding member and past president of the Public Affairs Forum of India (PAFI).1 He has also worked as a journalist for various publications, including Reuters, Hindustan Times, and The Economic Times.1 His global experience includes reporting and editing in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Sri Lanka, which contributes to his international perspective in leadership.1