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Faisal Arab

Faisal Arab

Strategy & Consulting Senior Manager, Marketer, Singer, and IIT-IIM Alumnus

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Mumbai, India
Joined May 2026
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Faisal Arab is a seasoned marketing and consulting professional with a strong academic background from top Indian institutions, including an MBA from IIM Calcutta and a B.Tech from IIT Madras. He currently serves as a Strategy & Consulting Senior Manager at Accenture Song, bringing over 16 years of experience in the BFSI sector. rocketreach+2
He has held significant marketing leadership roles, including Head of Marketing at fisdom Private Wealth and Karvy Private Wealth, and VP Marketing at HSBC, demonstrating a deep understanding of corporate communication, brand management, and campaign execution. His expertise extends to teaching Business Transformation using Artificial Intelligence. rocketreach+1
Beyond his corporate career, Faisal is a passionate singer and self-taught guitarist, covering diverse genres such as Ghazals, Old Hindi, Classic Rock, and contemporary Bollywood. He commands a notable stage presence and often comperes events, combining his wit, theatrics, and musical talent. youtube+1
Faisal is also a thoughtful writer, having authored multiple articles on LinkedIn Pulse and his personal blog 'Faizilla'. His writings cover topics ranging from brand taglines and social media trends to workplace trust, productive debate, and personal reflections, showcasing his insights into marketing, human behavior, and professional development. linkedin+2

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Iconic Indian Brand Taglines: Part 1

September 1, 2024

Discusses iconic Indian brand taglines, following a previous article on global brand taglines.

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Top 7 Iconic Brand Taglines Of All Time

August 1, 2024

A list of taglines that effectively convey brand essence or USP.

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Distraction, Novelty & Marketing

June 1, 2023

Reflects on the impact of distraction and novelty in marketing.

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Social Media Preferences By Age

February 1, 2023

Provides a brief description of social media preferences across different age ranges (Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers).

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Eulogy To My History Teacher

March 1, 2022

A tribute written upon receiving news of his history teacher's passing.

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HOW TO DEBATE IDEAS PRODUCTIVELY AT WORK?

December 1, 2021

Shares insights on how to engage in productive debates in a professional setting.

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How to use your brain's Delete button?

October 1, 2021

Explores how to manage thoughts and information, likening the brain to a garden.

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The Dirty Business Of Business Networking

October 1, 2021

Inspired by an HBR article, this piece delves into the realities of business networking.

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7 Phrases To Build Trust

October 1, 2021

Highlights seven simple phrases to foster trust in the workplace, drawing from an Inc.com article.

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Lockdown Blues: To Strive Or Not To Strive?

April 1, 2020

Discusses the challenges and perspectives during a lockdown, focusing on emotional well-being.

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A passionate singer and musician who performs Ghazals, Old Hindi, Classic Rock, and contemporary Bollywood music. youtube

Plays guitar, having taught himself the instrument. youtube