Ipsos has officially announced the elevation of Suresh Ramalingam as the new Chief Executive Officer for India, underscoring the company’s commitment to strategic leadership and accelerated growth in the region. Suresh transitions into this role from his previous position as Chief Client Officer for APEC at Ipsos, where he played a key role in driving client-centric strategies and fostering regional synergies across Asia Pacific.
With over three decades of international leadership experience, Suresh brings to the role a rich portfolio of expertise in business strategy, client development, and organizational transformation. His career has taken him across diverse markets—India, Cyprus, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UAE, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia—enabling him to develop deep cross-cultural understanding and an adaptive leadership style. He has consistently demonstrated an ability to build and lead high-performing teams, and was instrumental in setting up a successful joint venture in Myanmar during his tenure with Nielsen.
Before joining Ipsos, Suresh held various senior positions at Nielsen, where he served as Managing Director for Consumer Insights covering LATAM, Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa, and led operations in Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. His global journey also includes leadership roles in Telecom Practice and Consumer Research across Asia Pacific, Greater China, and MENAP regions. His experience spans sectors such as CPG, retail, telecom, automotive, financial services, and media, offering a well-rounded perspective on market dynamics and consumer behavior.
As CEO of Ipsos India, Suresh is expected to steer the organization into its next phase of growth by driving innovation, operational excellence, and client engagement. His elevation reflects Ipsos’s strategic vision to strengthen its leadership bench with seasoned professionals capable of delivering impactful insights and measurable value in a rapidly evolving market.
Suresh Ramalingam’s dynamic leadership, global exposure, and proven track record make him uniquely positioned to lead Ipsos India toward greater heights. His appointment signals an exciting new chapter for the company as it sharpens its focus on client outcomes and market leadership.