The “CK Prahalad Chair for Marketing Award” was conferred on Sudhakar Rao, Director, Branding ICFAI Group, Hyderabad. The Award was constituted by MIT ADT University, Pune which was presented by their Executive Director Prof.(Dr.) Sunita M Karad, in a glittering ceremony organised at its University campus, Pune on 3 May 2024.
While presenting the Award Prof. Dr. Sunita M Karad said “We are happy to inform you that, MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune, has established MIT ADTU Chairs, which is a platform that recognizes and pays gratitude to the eminent academicians, business titans, decision makers and innovators of various fields Viz. Management including HR, Finance, Marketing, Civil & Construction, Mechanical etc.”
While receiving the prestigious Award Sudhakar Rao said, “I am truly privileged to be the recipient of the “CK Prahalad Chair Award for Marketing” for the year 2024. This recognition fills me with immense joy and pride, and I am truly elated to receive such a prestigious accolade.”
He added, “The significance of this award, named after the renowned business strategist CK Prahalad, is not lost on me. It underscores the sincere effort and enthusiasm I've invested in my work within the branding and marketing sphere. To have my efforts acknowledged in this manner is both humbling and deeply gratifying.”
“I am incredibly thankful to the selection committee constituted by the MIT ADT University, Pune and all those involved in the decision-making process for believing in my contributions to the marketing domain. This award serves as a powerful motivator for me to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in my work. I am eager to leverage this honour to further contribute to the advancement of marketing knowledge and practice. Through research, mentorship, and collaboration, I am committed to making a meaningful impact in the field and inspiring future generations of marketers."
ICFAI was established in 1984 as a not-for-profit society with the broad objective of empowering citizens through world-class quality education. The ICFAI Group has been pioneering professional education for over 40 years. It has carved a niche for itself in delivering quality education through its innovative and in-depth knowledge programs to the students enabling them to compete with the best in the global arena. It is present across India with 11 Universities, 9 Business Schools, 9 Law Schools and 7 Tech Schools.
