INDIAN INFLUENCER GOVERNING COUNCIL

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Vision Statement

Guiding Principles and Future Aspirations of the Council

To become the foremost authority and catalyst in shaping a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable influencer marketing ecosystem in India. The Indian Influencer Governing Council aims to unite stakeholders from diverse sectors, including influencers, brands, and consumers, under a shared commitment to transparency, innovation, and excellence.

By fostering industry-wide collaboration and creating standardized practices, we seek to enhance trust and credibility in influencer marketing. Our vision is to empower influencers to deliver authentic and impactful engagements, ensure brands maximize value through ethical campaigns, and protect consumer interests by promoting honest and responsible communication.

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Founding Members

Sahil Chopra

CEO & Founder

Anurita Chopra

CMO

Tejas Apte

GM - Media & DMC, South Asia

Rajiv Makhni

Gadget Guru

Nitin Sethi

Ex-CDO

Deepali Naair

Group CMO

Hari Krishnan

MD - Content

Board Advisors

Gaurang Thosani

Head Digital Marketing and e-Sales

Juhie Gorwara

Head of Brand, Communications, Digital

Nipun Marya

CEO

Vishnu Kaushal

Content Creator & YouTuber

Dr. Ashish Bajaj

CMO

Taranjeet Kaur

VP & Head Of Media Digital Marketing Brand PR

Sushant Divgikar

Artist, Human rights activist and motivational speaker

K.Ganapathy Subramaniam

CMO

Neha Bareja

Head of Marketing

Lakshmi Sharath

Travel Blogger

Amrita Kumar

VP & Head of Marketing

Varun Suri

CEO

IIGC Protect

IIGC protect is an initiative aimed at equipping influencers with legal knowledge and mental health support, backed by partnerships with Trilegal and United We Care

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IIGC Taskforce

IIGC Taskforce is an initiative that provides ongoing support to brands through real-time digital listening, sentiment analysis, and crisis response. It also offers confidential mediation services for resolving disputes

Code of Standards

The Indian Influencer Governing Council (IIGC) has developed the Code of Standards to establish clear, ethical guidelines for influencers, brands and consumers. This framework ensures authenticity in collaborations, responsible content creation, and consumer protection, fostering trust within the influencer marketing ecosystem.

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Indian Influencer Ratings

The Indian Influencer Rating (IIR), an IIGC initiative, showcases top content across categories each week. It recognizes trendsetting creators, emerging talent, and standout brands for excellence in storytelling and creativity. Ratings are based on adherence to content standards and alignment with the IIGC Code of Standards.

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Governance Initiatives

Key Initiatives for Effective Governance

Research and Insights

Publish research papers on industry trends, best practices, and emerging issues

Release monthly white papers on topics such as influencer marketing effectiveness, consumer behavior, and platform trends

Thought Leadership

Monthly columns by the Founding Team on industry developments, challenges, and opportunities

Quarterly catchups with all the stakeholders to discuss progress, address concerns, and set priorities

Communication and Outreach

Press releases to announce key initiatives, research findings, and industry developments

Industry-wide case studies to showcase successful influencer marke4ng campaigns and strategies

Support and Resources

Complaint forums for consumers, creators, and brands to report issues and seek resolution

Resource centre with guidelines, templates, and tools for ethical influencer marketing practices

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Roles and Responsibilities

The key roles and responsibilities essential for effective governance.