Hangover Media Recognized for B2B Branding Excellence at the 9th SME Business Award 2026 by Great Companies
- Great Companies
- Aug 5
- 4 min read
Honouring India's pioneering B2B Brand Recall Agency for helping businesses build memorable brands through strategic positioning, founder branding, and long-term brand recall.
About Hangover Media
Founder: Ankit Majethia
Business: Hangover Media
Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Founded: 2016
Recognition: B2B Branding Excellence
Industry: Branding | Marketing & Advertising | B2B Marketing
Website: https://hangovermedia.com/
Company Overview
Founded in 2016, Hangover Media is India's first B2B Brand Recall Agency, dedicated to helping businesses build brands that customers remember long after the first interaction.
Unlike conventional marketing agencies that primarily focus on visibility, impressions, or engagement metrics, Hangover Media specializes in creating lasting brand recall—ensuring that when buyers are ready to make purchasing decisions, the brand naturally comes to mind.
The agency delivers an integrated branding ecosystem encompassing brand strategy, visual identity, digital brand recall, founder branding, business presentations, marketing collateral, and content-driven positioning across every customer touchpoint.
With more than 300 brands served across Manufacturing, Logistics, EdTech, FMCG, Healthcare, and other B2B sectors, Hangover Media has established itself as a trusted strategic branding partner for organizations seeking sustainable business growth through memorable brand experiences.
Award Recognition
At the 9th SME Business Award 2026, Great Companies proudly recognizes Hangover Media with the B2B Branding Excellence recognition for redefining how B2B organizations build memorable brands through strategic positioning, founder-led branding, and structured brand recall systems.
Its innovative approach has created a new category within India's branding industry by shifting the focus from short-term visibility to long-term customer memory and brand preference.
Why Hangover Media Was Selected
Hangover Media has pioneered an entirely new way of approaching B2B branding.
Instead of measuring marketing success solely through clicks, reach, or impressions, the agency focuses on building mental availability—ensuring brands remain top-of-mind throughout long B2B buying cycles.
Its integrated methodology combines strategic positioning, consistent digital storytelling, founder visibility, sales collateral, and customer touchpoints into one cohesive Brand Recall System.
This differentiated philosophy enables clients to strengthen trust, improve brand perception, and increase long-term business opportunities by becoming memorable rather than merely visible.
By introducing and leading the concept of Brand Recall Marketing in India, Hangover Media has established itself as a deserving recipient of the B2B Branding Excellence recognition at the 9th SME Business Award 2026.
The Vision Behind Hangover Media
Hangover Media believes that successful brands are not built through isolated campaigns but through consistent experiences that stay in people's minds.
Its vision is to help B2B organizations become the first choice in their industries by creating strong brand positioning, authentic storytelling, and meaningful customer recall across every interaction.
Through strategic branding, education, and innovation, the agency continues to elevate the standard of B2B marketing in India.
Leadership That Inspires
Founder Ankit Majethia established Hangover Media with a simple yet powerful belief:
"Brands don't grow by being seen once—they grow by being remembered consistently."
With over 13 years of branding and marketing expertise, he has transformed Hangover Media into India's first agency dedicated exclusively to B2B Brand Recall.
Beyond client consulting, Ankit actively contributes to the branding ecosystem through The Branding Circle Podcast and The Marketing Xchange Community, where founders, marketers, and business leaders come together to learn, collaborate, and exchange ideas that shape the future of branding.
His leadership continues to inspire organizations to think beyond marketing campaigns and build brands with lasting business value.
What Makes Hangover Media Different
✔ India's First B2B Brand Recall Agency
✔ Strategic Brand Positioning
✔ Founder & Executive Branding
✔ Digital Brand Recall Systems
✔ Marketing & Sales Collateral Strategy
✔ Business Presentation Design
✔ Long-Term Brand Memory Framework
✔ End-to-End B2B Branding Solutions
Key Achievements
Successfully served 300+ B2B brands across diverse industries.
Built a team of 15+ branding and creative professionals.
Established India's first dedicated B2B Brand Recall Agency.
Created The Branding Circle, a podcast featuring leading entrepreneurs, marketers, and industry experts.
Built The Marketing Xchange, an exclusive community for founders, CXOs, and marketing leaders.
Developed a structured Brand Recall methodology that integrates branding, founder visibility, digital presence, and customer communication into one unified strategy.
Successfully delivered branding solutions for organizations across Manufacturing, Logistics, Healthcare, EdTech, FMCG, and Technology sectors.
Creating Meaningful Impact
Hangover Media believes stronger brands create stronger businesses.
The agency actively supports startups, MSMEs, founders, and business leaders by sharing branding knowledge, mentoring entrepreneurs, building collaborative communities, and helping organizations compete through strategic brand differentiation rather than price alone.
Its educational initiatives continue to empower India's growing entrepreneurial ecosystem while promoting thoughtful, long-term brand building.
Great Companies Editorial Note
The 9th SME Business Award 2026 celebrates organizations that demonstrate exceptional innovation, leadership, customer value, and business excellence.
Hangover Media has introduced a fresh perspective to India's branding industry by positioning Brand Recall as a measurable business advantage rather than simply a creative outcome. Through strategic thinking, founder-led branding, and integrated customer experiences, the agency continues to redefine how B2B organizations build memorable brands that drive sustainable growth.
Great Companies proudly recognizes Hangover Media for its outstanding contribution to branding innovation and business excellence.
About Great Companies
Great Companies is one of India's leading online business magazines dedicated to recognizing entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, and innovative organizations creating meaningful impact across industries. Through editorial features, business recognition, and prestigious award programs, Great Companies celebrates organizations that inspire innovation, leadership, customer excellence, and sustainable growth.