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USIBC names Rahul Sharma as India managing director
In the new role, Sharma will lead a team of policy experts focused on the Council's over-200 member companies and U.S.-India relations.
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The United States Chamber of Commerce has appointed former journalist and newspaper editor, Rahul Sharma as the new India-based managing director of the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), effective Aug. 20, 2024.
His appointment comes as Alexander Slater, USIBC’s current India managing director, is scheduled to return to Washington, D.C. to serve as senior advisor to USIBC president and Ambassador (Ret.) Atul Keshap.
In the new role, Sharma will lead a team of policy experts focused on the Council's over-200 member companies and U.S.-India relations. He takes helm as USIBC prepares to celebrate its Golden Jubilee in 2025, marking 50 years of its role as the leading business advocate in the U.S-India corridor.
Sharma previously served APCO India, where he guided corporate clients, managed business and policy advocacy goals, and advised state governments in investment communications. He was also deputy secretary general for the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), where he was instrumental in driving the organization’s membership growth.
Sharma’s journalistic roles include stints at organizations such as Reuters, Hindustan Times, Khaleej Times, and The Economic Times. He is a founding member and past president of the Public Affairs Forum of India (PAFI.)
Acknowleging Sharma’s experience, Amb.Keshap said, “Rahul’s vast experience and proven track record in media, policy, and corporate advisory and communications will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen the U.S.-India partnership and achieve a shared goal of $500 billion in trade.”
“Rahul’s globally recognized leadership and hands-on experience managing regulatory and policy developments will further enhance our ability to advocate for our members and build U.S.-India business and investment ties,” he said.
Commenting on the new role, Sharma said, “I look forward to my new role at USIBC and working with a unique set of people who are committed to enhancing and deepening business and strategic ties between the world’s two greatest democracies.”
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