Manish Tiwari, the visionary founder, and Managing Director of ‘Here and Now 365’, was celebrated as the British Indian of the Year 2024 at the prestigious Viksit Bharat Investment Summit on November 29. Hosted by the Indo-European Business Forum (IEBF), the summit brought together distinguished leaders, diplomats, and entrepreneurs to discuss trade, innovation, and sustainability between India and Europe.
Mr Tiwari, a pioneer in multicultural advertising, was recognised not only for his contributions to bridging cultural divides and championing the Indian diaspora in the UK but also for his research on the influence and impact of migration in the UK. His latest theory Shaping Economic Resilience, Cultural Dynamism, and Global Influence: Migration in the UK is a new chapter in the study of the economic and socio-cultural contribution of the migrants, especially the Indian diaspora, to the UK.
While accepting the award, Manish excerpted: "Indian migrants have emerged as critical drivers of the UK’s post-Brexit recovery, bolstering sectors like healthcare, technology, and entrepreneurship while enriching the nation’s cultural and social fabric. Their contributions underscore the essential role of migration in sustaining the UK’s competitive advantage and positioning it as a dynamic, globally connected nation.”
Under Tiwari’s leadership, ‘Here and Now 365’ has become the UK’s largest multicultural advertising consultancy, crafting campaigns that resonate with diverse ethnic communities. His work reflects the immense potential of cross-cultural collaboration, fostering inclusivity and understanding.
The summit also recognised other trailblazers, including Krishna N. Narnolia and Shailendra Kumar, who were awarded ‘Top Fund Manager of the Decade’, Shreeram Iyer for Global Firm of the Year in Visual AI and Ashesh Jani, who was honoured as ‘Fintech of the Year’.
