MUMBAI: Starcom MediaVest Group (SMG) has promoted Sriram Sharma to the post of SMG South India VP. He will take over as the head of the Chennai operations in addition to the Bangalore office and will continue reporting in to SMG India CEO Mallikarjunadas CR.

Meanwhile, SMG has also announced appointment of GV Sudha as Starcom and VivaKi Exchange Chennai business director. She will lead all businesses in Chennai and will report in to Sharma.

Sudha comes to SMG after a two year stint with Madison. She has 14 years of experience in media and has worked with organisations like Lodestar UM, Ogilvy & Mather and Lintas.

Mallikarjunadas said, "Sriram’s track record with us speaks volumes of his talent and capabilities. We are sure he will lead the southern offices successfully. As for Sudha, we are extremely happy to welcome her to the SMG family. Her experience in media will surely accelerate the growth of SMG in Chennai."

Sharma added, "I am honoured to be given this opportunity to lead SMG in the South. My experience till now has been fabulous and I look forward to the new responsibilities."