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Tista Sen
Creative Brand Consultant
Tista Sen is a veteran advertising executive who was the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Creative Officer at Ladyfinger, an all-women advertising agency in India.1 She has a long and distinguished career in the advertising industry, having started her career with Whitelight Production, one of India's leading ad film production companies.2
Career Highlights
Prior to joining Ladyfinger, Sen held a prominent position at Wunderman Thompson (formerly JWT) for over two decades, where she served as the Regional Creative Director for South Asia.4 Her extensive experience in the industry made her a well-respected figure in Indian advertising.
Ladyfinger
In 2023, Sen co-founded Ladyfinger, which was initially reported as India's first all-women advertising agency (though this claim was later corrected).1 The agency's mission was to:
- Provide gender balance in advertising
- Challenge the status quo
- Shatter stereotypes
- Raise the voices and perspectives of women
- Empower women through inclusivity, progressive mindset, and creativity
As CEO and CCO, Sen aimed to create ideas for women across various genres and work with a diverse panel of women advisors from different fields, including architecture, film production, and law.1
Recent Developments
It's important to note that as of January 25, 2024, Tista Sen has reportedly exited her position at Ladyfinger.3 This recent development suggests that her role at the agency has come to an end.
Vision and Goals
During her time at Ladyfinger, Sen expressed interest in:
- Creating impactful brand communication
- Potentially working on political campaigns for women leaders
- Focusing on creative excellence and consumer-centric approaches
Sen's career has been marked by her commitment to challenging industry norms and advocating for greater representation of women in advertising.14