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I’m Janice Goveas, a strategic communications leader with over twenty two years of experience in building reputations, crafting content that makes you feel, and advocating for the voices that often go unheard. Whether it’s shaping employee culture, partnering on executive visibility, or driving equity through storytelling, I believe communication must move beyond optics, it must build trust. My work sits at the intersection of inclusion and impact. Having seen neurodivergence very closely, I sponsored of the Persons with Disabilities ERG at Merck, not because I want to speak about accessibility, I have lived it - up close and personal. From launching India-wide voice training programme for women leaders, to building internal advocacy for physical and invisible disabilities, I use empathy, clarity and courage to change the narrative. I also bring an entrepreneurial spirit to everything I do, whether it's supporting startups and social entrepreneurs through community-driven content, or building Helen’s Kitchen, my home-chef venture in the pandemic. Every experience has shaped the leader I am today: collaborative, values -led, and committed to meaningful progress. My mission is simple: elevate communications to the strategy table, make inclusion a habit not a headline, and support women and caregivers who feel they can’t lead, yet. Let’s connect if you're building a brand, a culture, or a workplace that’s brave enough to include everyone and smart enough to listen.…I’m Janice Goveas, a strategic communications leader with over twenty two years of experience in building reputations, crafting content that makes you feel, and advocating for the voices that often go unheard. Whether it’s shaping employee culture, partnering on executive visibility, or driving equity through storytelling, I believe communication must move beyond optics, it must build trust. My work sits at the intersection of inclusion and impact. Having seen neurodivergence very closely, I sponsored of the Persons with Disabilities ERG at Merck, not because I want to speak about accessibility, I have lived it - up close and personal. From launching India-wide voice training programme for women leaders, to building internal advocacy for physical and invisible disabilities, I use empathy, clarity and courage to change the narrative. I also bring an entrepreneurial spirit to everything I do, whether it's supporting startups and social entrepreneurs through community-driven content, or building Helen’s Kitchen, my home-chef venture in the pandemic. Every experience has shaped the leader I am today: collaborative, values -led, and committed to meaningful progress. My mission is simple: elevate communications to the strategy table, make inclusion a habit not a headline, and support women and caregivers who feel they can’t lead, yet. Let’s connect if you're building a brand, a culture, or a workplace that’s brave enough to include everyone and smart enough to listen.

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I’m Janice Goveas, a strategic communications leader with over twenty two years of experience in building reputations, crafting content that makes you feel, and advocating for the voices that often go unheard. Whether it’s shaping employee culture, partnering on executive visibility, or driving equity through storytelling, I believe communication must move beyond optics, it must build trust. My work sits at the intersection of inclusion and impact. Having seen neurodivergence very closely, I sponsored of the Persons with Disabilities ERG at Merck, not because I want to speak about accessibility, I have lived it - up close and personal. From launching India-wide voice training programme for women leaders, to building internal advocacy for physical and invisible disabilities, I use empathy, clarity and courage to change the narrative. I also bring an entrepreneurial spirit to everything I do, whether it's supporting startups and social entrepreneurs through community-driven content, or building Helen’s Kitchen, my home-chef venture in the pandemic. Every experience has shaped the leader I am today: collaborative, values -led, and committed to meaningful progress. My mission is simple: elevate communications to the strategy table, make inclusion a habit not a headline, and support women and caregivers who feel they can’t lead, yet. Let’s connect if you're building a brand, a culture, or a workplace that’s brave enough to include everyone and smart enough to listen.…I’m Janice Goveas, a strategic communications leader with over twenty two years of experience in building reputations, crafting content that makes you feel, and advocating for the voices that often go unheard. Whether it’s shaping employee culture, partnering on executive visibility, or driving equity through storytelling, I believe communication must move beyond optics, it must build trust. My work sits at the intersection of inclusion and impact. Having seen neurodivergence very closely, I sponsored of the Persons with Disabilities ERG at Merck, not because I want to speak about accessibility, I have lived it - up close and personal. From launching India-wide voice training programme for women leaders, to building internal advocacy for physical and invisible disabilities, I use empathy, clarity and courage to change the narrative. I also bring an entrepreneurial spirit to everything I do, whether it's supporting startups and social entrepreneurs through community-driven content, or building Helen’s Kitchen, my home-chef venture in the pandemic. Every experience has shaped the leader I am today: collaborative, values -led, and committed to meaningful progress. My mission is simple: elevate communications to the strategy table, make inclusion a habit not a headline, and support women and caregivers who feel they can’t lead, yet. Let’s connect if you're building a brand, a culture, or a workplace that’s brave enough to include everyone and smart enough to listen.

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I’m Janice Goveas, a strategic communications leader with over twenty two years of experience in building reputations, crafting content that makes you feel, and advocating for the voices that often go unheard.

Whether it’s shaping employee culture, partnering on executive visibility, or driving equity through storytelling, I believe communication must move beyond optics, it must build trust.

My work sits at the intersection of inclusion and impact.

Having seen neurodivergence very closely, I sponsored of the Persons with Disabilities ERG at Merck, not because I want to speak about accessibility, I have lived it - up close and personal. From launching India-wide voice training programme for women leaders, to building internal advocacy for physical and invisible disabilities, I use empathy, clarity and courage to change the narrative.

I also bring an entrepreneurial spirit to everything I do, whether it’s supporting startups and social entrepreneurs through community-driven content, or building Helen’s Kitchen, my home-chef venture in the pandemic. Every experience has shaped the leader I am today: collaborative, values -led, and committed to meaningful progress.

My mission is simple: elevate communications to the strategy table, make inclusion a habit not a headline, and support women and caregivers who feel they can’t lead, yet.

Let’s connect if you’re building a brand, a culture, or a workplace that’s brave enough to include everyone and smart enough to listen.

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Head – Corporate Communications | Life Science Communications Partner | Sponsor – PWD at Merck India

November 1, 2021 - Present

Leads end-to-end reputation building for Merck India across media strategy, social media, website management, leadership positioning, and communication training. Partners with senior leadership through the Merck India Country Council to shape strategic organizational priorities and thought leadership. Manages communications for launches and key announcements across Merck Life Science and supports change communications tied to country leadership transitions. Owns crisis communications for site-related incidents and drives employee engagement through Belonging & Inclusion and EVP initiatives, including talent acquisition events and all-women group coaching. Supports CSR communications including SPARK, school infrastructure development, digital classrooms, and mini science labs.

Head, Corporate Communications | Life Science Communications Partner | Sponsor, PWD ERG at Merck India

November 1, 2021 - Present

Lead end-to-end corporate narrative and reputation building for Merck India across media strategy, social media, website, leadership positioning, and communications training. Partner with the Merck India Country Council and align communications to country-level priorities. Architect thought leadership positioning for the India Country Council and lead communications for the launch of Merck Electronics’ semiconductor business in India, including change communications ahead of market entry. Serve as communications business partner for Merck Life Science, supporting external campaigns for product/service launches, MoUs, and key announcements, including reputation-building content such as the Science Behind film and comic series. Provide crisis communications for site-related incidents and drive employee engagement across 4,500+ employees via townhalls, site visits, and leadership engagement. Steward brand integrity and governance across multiple legal entities and businesses and lead CS

Vice President (Corporate Reputation) at Edelman India

July 1, 2015 - November 1, 2021

Led external communications, media relations, and content strategy for marquee brands including Hindustan Unilever, Shell India, Virgin Hyperloop, Swiggy, Indeed, JSW Group, Arvind Group, TÜV SÜD, Tata Consultancy Services, Titan Company Limited, Tata Technologies, Tata Elxsi, Monsanto, Green Business Certification Inc., and Western Union. Managed crisis communications (including Kwality Walls under Hindustan Unilever) using myth-busting and consumer trust strategy. Directed flagship event communications for Tata Literature Live! and supported high-stakes corporate communications including delisting/re-listing mandates for Arvind Group. Built insight-led campaign frameworks for Indeed and Western Union and delivered award-winning B2B and consumer campaigns.

Vice President, Corporate Reputation at Edelman India

July 1, 2015 - November 1, 2021

Led external communications, media relations, and content strategy for technology and corporate brands including Tata Consultancy Services, Titan, Tata Technologies, Tata Elxsi, Hindustan Unilever, Shell India, Virgin Hyperloop, Swiggy, Indeed, JSW Group, Arvind Group, TÜV SÜD, Monsanto, and Western Union. Managed crisis communications for Kwality Walls through myth-busting and consumer trust initiatives. Directed high-stakes delisting and re-listing communications mandates for Arvind Group, supporting market-sensitive corporate disclosure. Developed future-focused technology narratives for audiences (including Virgin Hyperloop test-ride communications during Covid-19) and built research-led campaign frameworks for Indeed and Western Union. Delivered flagship event communications for Tata Literature Live! across consecutive editions and produced award-winning campaigns across B2B and consumer segments.

Associate Partner at Genesis Burson-Marsteller

January 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015

Led PR for COLORS and supported corporate account management for Viacom18. Contributed to new business development efforts.

Independent Comms Consultant and Entrepreneur

January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2014

Worked on communications for startups, social entrepreneurs, and mompreneurs; served as a city reporter for DNA West Coast & Downtown in Mumbai and as a freelance writer for websites and publications. Supported communications for Laadli Media and Advertising Awards for Gender Equality (UNFPA initiative). Launched firstmomsclub.in, a large community for moms on social media.

Independent Communications Consultant & Entrepreneur

January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2014

Provided communications strategy for startups, social entrepreneurs, and founder-led businesses. Worked as a city reporter for DNA (West Coast & Downtown editions, Mumbai) and as a freelance writer for publications and websites. Supported communications for Laadli Media and Advertising Awards for Gender Equality (UNFPA initiative) and launched firstmomsclub.in, growing it into a large social media community of mothers.

Manager – Corporate Strategy and Communications at Tata Communications

November 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011

Part of the corporate strategy and marketing team managing international PR and media relations. Worked on brand migration from VSNL to Tata Communications across online/offline touchpoints. Managed events in the UK (London), Middle East (Dubai), and Asia Pacific (Singapore), including tradeshows and internal marketing meetings in the US. Managed the Global Ambassador Programme for senior management engagement with key media and analysts globally. Liaised with TCS and Group companies for Group social media initiatives.

Manager, Corporate Strategy & Communications at Tata Communications

November 1, 2007 - December 1, 2011

Managed international PR, media relations, and business analyst relations for a listed telecom/technology company. Led communications for the brand migration from VSNL to Tata Communications across online and offline channels. Managed the Global Ambassador Programme to engage senior management with key media and analysts worldwide. Coordinated events and tradeshows across London, Dubai, Singapore, and the US, and liaised with Tata Group and TCS teams to launch Group social media initiatives at Tata Communications.

Senior Consultant at MSL Group (FKA Hanmer & Partners)

April 1, 2004 - August 31, 2007

Led a team of 8 handling client accounts spanning media entertainment, healthcare, consumer durables, banking, and aviation.

Senior Consultant at MSL Group (formerly Hanmer & Partners)

April 1, 2004 - August 1, 2007

Handled a team of 8 across clients in media & entertainment, healthcare, consumer durables, banking, and aviation.

Client Servicing Executive at R&P - Edelman (Formerly B-MRP)

April 1, 2002 - April 1, 2004

Client servicing role supporting accounts including Colgate, Monsanto, Tencel, Ajinomoto, Citigroup, JP Morgan, Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Festa Italiana), Aventis, and Motion Picture Association of America (MPA).

Client Servicing Executive at R&P-Edelman (formerly B-MRP)

April 1, 2002 - April 1, 2004

Worked on accounts including Colgate, Monsanto, Tencel, Ajinomoto, Citigroup, JP Morgan, Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce (Festa Italiana), Aventis, and the Motion Picture Association of America.