I don’t just build brands — I craft powerhouses. I engineer product experiences that don’t just meet customer needs — they own the space they live in. I dive deep into human behavior, decode environments, and design interactions so damn valuable, they turn users into loyal believers.
I don’t follow the trends — I like to set the standard.
I don’t follow the trends — I like to set the standard.
Hi there — I’m a Brand & Product Specialist based in New York with 15+ years of experience helping organizations drive digital transformation through meaningful, human-centered innovation.
Learn more about what I'm building. Write to me on vaibhav7bhanot@gmail.com
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Over the years, I’ve had the privilege to lead and collaborate with incredible talent across the globe, delivering award-winning work for brands across industries. My work has been recognized by the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, CES, Clio Image Awards, AdForum, AdAge, and CreativeBrief.
I'm also the co-founder of LinkIt.Black — a platform challenging the status quo in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion recruitment by spotlighting underrepresented creative talent. Our mission is simple: use your platform to open doors. If you’re here for recruiting, I encourage you to also explore HireBlackCreatives.co and WomenWhoCreate.org. Our industry needs broader perspectives — and bold action.
AWARDS, HONORS & FEATURES:
Business Insider 2021 - 50 Rising stars of Madison Avenue who are revolutionizing advertizing in 2021
AdForum 2020 - Interviews - Uncomfortable Conversations
LLBOnline 2020 - How the ad industry can spotlight black talent with LinkItBlack
CES Innovation Design 2019: Honoree - Bongiovi Aria - "Tech for a Better World"
D&AD Impact Awards 2018: JWT, NY - Bongiovi Aria - Health & Wellness
Clios 2018 - JWT, NY - Bongiovi Aria - Product Design
Rockstar of the Quarter: For outstanding conceptualization and execution of 'MTV From The Vault'.
Hall of Fame - IDMA 2013 MTV India - For best digital and social media advertiser.
Business Insider 2021 - 50 Rising stars of Madison Avenue who are revolutionizing advertizing in 2021
AdForum 2020 - Interviews - Uncomfortable Conversations
LLBOnline 2020 - How the ad industry can spotlight black talent with LinkItBlack
CES Innovation Design 2019: Honoree - Bongiovi Aria - "Tech for a Better World"
D&AD Impact Awards 2018: JWT, NY - Bongiovi Aria - Health & Wellness
Clios 2018 - JWT, NY - Bongiovi Aria - Product Design
Rockstar of the Quarter: For outstanding conceptualization and execution of 'MTV From The Vault'.
Hall of Fame - IDMA 2013 MTV India - For best digital and social media advertiser.
Digital 360 Degree Campaign:
- Yahoo Big Idea Chair 2013: (Gold) - MTV India
- RoadiesX - best content strategy and promotion.
- Best Integrated Campaign – Philips MTV mPowerPack (Gold)
- Social Media Campaign of the Year – CEAT Chase the Monsoon (Gold)
- Yahoo Big Idea Chair 2013: (Gold) - MTV India
- RoadiesX - best content strategy and promotion.
- Best Integrated Campaign – Philips MTV mPowerPack (Gold)
- Social Media Campaign of the Year – CEAT Chase the Monsoon (Gold)
SPIKES ASIA 2014 Best Media: - MTV Rock The Vote (Bronze)
EMVIES 2014 - Gold
- Best Media Innovation: Digital (Social Media) for 'Dial The Hashtag' - MTV Rock The Vote
- Best Media Strategy for MTV Rock The Vote
- Best Media Innovation: Digital (Social Media) for 'Dial The Hashtag' - MTV Rock The Vote
- Best Media Strategy for MTV Rock The Vote
APPIES ASIA 2014 (Singapore):
- Best Integrated Campaign for MTV Rock The Vote. (Silver)
- Best Integrated Campaign for MTV Rock The Vote. (Silver)