Mazhar Gadiwala
Pr & Communications Manager @Rise Worldwide Limited
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WORK HISTORY
Pr & Communications Manager @Rise Worldwide Limited
Mumbai, IN
This role sits at the intersection of athlete marketing, brand storytelling, and sponsorship PR. My core work is on the strategy and execution for communication around India’s top cricketers while shaping the media narrative for RISE’s sponsorship and brand partnerships.As a strategic storyteller, I craft compelling narratives, drive earned media, and build visibility for both talent and business. I have a strong understanding of the pulse of Indian sport and can translate personality into public impact, and help position the brand for both media and fan engagement in this role.Core responsibilities:1) Talent PR & Brand Building- Drive long-term PR strategy for RISE-managed cricketers, building strong on and off-field narratives- Shape athlete stories beyond the game—lifestyle, values, interests, causes- Collaborate across internal teams to craft brand stories across media, content, social, and campaigns- Guide athlete positioning to align with brand values and endorsement opportunities.2) Sponsorship PR & Brand Partnerships- Craft compelling media narratives around RISE’s sponsorships and brand alliances- Drive thought leadership via podcasts, panels, and industry events- Identify & amplify key PR moments across campaigns, renewals, and innovations- Partner with brands and rights holders to co-create impactful PR storytelling.
EDUCATION
University of Mumbai
HSC, Commerce
St Mary's ICSE
ICSE, Business/Commerce, General
Loughborough University London
Master's degree, Sport Business and Leadership
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Finance and Financial Management Services
SKILLS
ABOUT MAZHAR GADIWALA
Work harder than everyone else to make your dreams come true.”With 10 years of diverse, cross-industry experience — including 4 years in management consulting — I’ve been fortunate to combine strategic thinking with a lifelong passion for sport. Armed with a Master’s in Sports Business & Leadership, I’m driven by one mission: to shape the future of sport and storytelling through meaningful partnerships and powerful narratives. Across my career, I’ve worked with some of the most iconic institutions in global sport — Major League Baseball (MLB), Chelsea FC, Manchester City, LALIGA, Manchester United, the Premier League, and more — helping them deepen fan engagement, strengthen brand positioning, and unlock new commercial opportunities. Currently, I am member of the PR & Communications Team at RISE Worldwide. Prior to this, I led the Sports vertical at Togglehead, where I helped build India’s Creative Agency of the Year 2024 into a trusted partner for sports organisations seeking world-class digital, content, and marketing solutions. My journey in sport started with storytelling — as a Freelance Contributing Writer for Sportskeeda, covering the NBA and global football. Before that, I was part of the CFO Advisory team at KPMG, supporting IPOs, accounting convergence, and strategic advisory for organisations like J.P. Morgan Chase, Polycab, Sumitomo, and Sterling & Wilson.I am always open to conversations, collaborations, and new ideas in the world of sport, media, and talent. When you think about sport — don’t overthink. Let’s build something great.
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