MUMBAI: Ravi Kiran has put in his papers at Starcom, after serving the agency for 12 years.

Kiran, Starcom MediaVest Group CEO-South Asia and emerging market leader - specialist solutions. is currently serving his notice period.

"I will be with the company till December-end," Kiran tells Indiantelevision.com.

Kiran was responsible for setting up several non-classical businesses and disciplines across 11 markets in Asia. 
 
Speaking on the development, SMG‘s president - global operations Andrew Swinand, "Ravi has been a part of our India operations for over 11 years. In his various roles within the organisation he has been instrumental in taking Starcom MediaVest Group India to the level of trust and respect it enjoys today."
 
He added, "Ravi‘s vision and leadership have driven a period of tremendous growth for Starcom MediaVest Group in South Asia leading to a strong foundation for the future." 
 
Starcom MediaVest Group is close to finalising a successor for the role of CEO-South Asia. The choice will be made from a shortlist of internal as well as external candidates.