Ameya Velankar joins Ixigo as Group SVP – Marketing

Ixigo has appointed Ameya Velankar as Group Senior Vice President – Marketing, strengthening its leadership team as the company scales its travel platform ambitions.

Velankar joins Ixigo after nearly five years at Uber, where he most recently served as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia. During his tenure, he played a key role in shaping large-scale, culturally resonant campaigns.

Announcing his move on LinkedIn, Velankar reflected on his time at Uber, calling it a “masterclass in building bold, culture-defining marketing at scale.” He noted that the experience reinforced his belief that the most impactful brands go beyond communication to truly move people.

At Ixigo, Velankar aims to bring a strong focus on consumer obsession, creativity, and strategic agility. He highlighted the company’s mission to make travel more accessible, intuitive, and exciting, especially for the next billion users in India.

With over 15 years of experience, Velankar has previously worked across marketing, sales, and operations with organisations such as SC Johnson, Marico Limited, and RPG Enterprises.