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Arun Sudhaman

Arun Sudhaman

Bengaluru
Arun Sudhaman is a global media entrepreneur and journalist, and founding editor of Earned First. He has spent more than two decades reporting on PR and communications, with deep insight across both established and emerging markets.
The government dividend 🇮🇳

The government dividend 🇮🇳

As 'cockroach' protests erode the state's credibility, new data reveals the PR sector's growing proximity to power.
Arun Sudhaman 24 Jul 2026
PR in Cannes: Exploring the era of relationship capital

PR in Cannes: Exploring the era of relationship capital

ICCO's PR in Cannes roundtable explored how trust is migrating from institutions to networks.
Arun Sudhaman 17 Jul 2026
Africa Consultancy Performance Index: Leaders' Shortlist

Africa Consultancy Performance Index: Leaders' Shortlist

Earned First's Index Champions will be revealed at PRAXIS Africa in Nairobi on 26 August.
Arun Sudhaman 16 Jul 2026
Brazen hires Angeline Tan to lead Asia-Pacific expansion

Brazen hires Angeline Tan to lead Asia-Pacific expansion

Middle East PR firm launches in Asia-Pacific with offices in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
Arun Sudhaman 16 Jul 2026
Earned First Awards: Final extension ⌛️

Earned First Awards: Final extension ⌛️

In response to popular demand, entries will remain open until 20 July.
Arun Sudhaman 08 Jul 2026
Finn Partners acquires Australia's Honner

Finn Partners acquires Australia's Honner

Finn's acquisition of the financial and corporate comms agency marks the independent firm's expansion into the Australian market.
Arun Sudhaman 08 Jul 2026
Real Chemistry launches APAC hub via Spurwing acquisition

Real Chemistry launches APAC hub via Spurwing acquisition

Spurwing founder Emma Thompson becomes president of APAC growth at world's biggest healthcare communications firm.
Arun Sudhaman 07 Jul 2026

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