Lowe Lintas has announced the appointment of Shantanu Sapre as chief business officer, effective immediately.

He returns to the agency after an independent role.

Sapre had been associated with MullenLowe Lintas Group for 15 years, from 2006 to 2021. His last role at the agency before he left in 2021 was president. 

Subramanyeswar S. (Subbu), group CEO - India and CSO - APAC, MullenLowe Global, said “For us, every client partnership is a shared journey of ambition and possibility. In welcoming Shantanu back, we are investing in leadership that understands not just brands, but the dreams and challenges behind them. His rare blend of depth and entrepreneurial agility will help us stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients - advancing their businesses and shaping stories that truly matter.”

Sapre said, “Coming back to Lowe Lintas feels like coming home - it’s familiar, but there’s so much new energy in the air. It’s exciting to be part of a fresh chapter as we all navigate the big changes happening in the industry. I’m glad to be back, and I am looking forward to being part of the journey of writing a new story.”

In the past, he has worked with MTV Networks, TBWA\ Worldwide and Leo, among others.