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The Himalayan Times (THT), Nepal’s number one English daily, has been a trusted voice in Nepalese households for over a generation, fostering a relationship enriched by credibility, relevance, and consistency. Returning on 4–5 December 2025, THT BrandFest Nepal presents an engaging two-day summit that brings together insights, real-world examples, and meaningful conversations on the ever-evolving landscape of branding and marketing. Building on the momentum of BrandFest 2024, this year’s edition welcomes eight distinguished international speakers who will share global viewpoints and emerging trends shaping the future of branding. Complementing these keynotes, panel discussions featuring leading Nepali experts will offer grounded perspectives tailored to Nepal’s market reality. With a curated mix of theory, practical illustration, and strategic direction, BrandFest 2025 aims to broaden understanding, spark inspiration, and raise the standards of branding practice nationwide.

 

 

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AGENDA
1
  • 08:00 – 09:00

Registration and Refreshments

2
  • 09:00 – 09:10

Welcome Address - Ravin Lama, Managing Director, The Himalayan Times

3
  • 09:15 – 9:30

Opening Ceremony: Lighting of the traditional “Panas”

4
  • 09:30 – 10:30

From Fame to Impact: How Brands Can Shape a Better World

Linzi Boyd

Founder, One Earth Platform & Author of Brand Famous (United Kingdom)
5
  • 10:30 – 11:00

Tea/Coffee Break

6
  • 11:00 - 12:00

Creativity in Emerging Markets: How Underdog Nations Build Powerful, Purpose-Driven Brands.

Mohammad Akrum Hossain

Chief Creative Officer at :POP5 (Bangladesh)

 

 

7
  • 12:00 – 13:00

Networking Lunch

8
  • 13:00 – 14:00

Innovation for Brand Communications

Preetesh Sewraj

CEO of the LOERIES (South Africa)
9
  • 14:00 – 15:00

Lead. Learn. Or Get Out of the Way

Kandeban Balendran (KANDEE)

Founder & CEO, Academics Group / Miami Ad School Sri Lanka & Maldives
10
  • 15:00 – 15:30

Tea/Coffee Break

11
  • 15:30 – 15:45

Rebranding Nepal as Investment Destination

Ritu Pradhan Malla

Co-Head at NIBL Equity Partners
12
  • 15:45 – 16:25

Panel Discussion: Tourism Branding: Experiences, Storytelling and the Power of Place, Moderator: Asst. Professor Dr. Sushil Awale

13
  • 16:25 - 16:30

Closing Remarks: MC

1
  • 08:00 – 08:55

Registration and Refreshments

2
  • 09:00 – 10:00

AI can imitate. It can’t imagine.

Ronita Mukerjee

Executive Director Client Services, Landor and APAC Healthcare Practice Lead, India
3
  • 10:00 – 11:00

Brand Builders or Brand Killers: The Hidden Power of Data Management

Sheila Berman

Global Data Product Excellence at Brenntag, Singapore

 

 

4
  • 11:00 – 11:30

Tea/Coffee Break

5
  • 11:30 – 12:30

Belonging Beyond Platforms: Creating Seamless Brand Experiences

Jupiter Huidrom

Senior Vice President, Integrated Media Strategy at Weber Shandwick.
6
  • 12:30 – 13:30

Networking Lunch

 

 

7
  • 13:30 – 14:30

Go Big or Go Home: The Provocative Masterclass on Growth through Culture

Suhayl Limbada

Market Lead & Chief Marketing Officer KFC Thailand.
8
  • 14:30 – 15:00

Tea/Coffee Break

9
  • 15:00 – 15:55

Cannes Film Showreel 2025 by Ravin Lama

10
  • 15:55 – 16:00

Vote of Thanks and Closing Session - Ravin Lama, Managing Director, The Himalayan Times

11
  • 18:00 – 20:30

Networking Cocktails and Dinner