In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, women are not just participants but pioneers, reshaping industries, challenging norms, and driving economic growth. Shark Tank fame Vineeta Singh, the CEO of Sugar Cosmetics, sheds light on the challenges, triumphs and prospects of women in business. When it comes to breaking into international markets, Vineeta acknowledges the existence […]
BW Retail World unveils ‘Most Influential Women 2024’, from entrepreneurs and industry captains shaping sectors to rising stars charting new territories, driving success and innovation in the landscape of Indian retail From meal makers to deal makers and bread bakers to bread earners, women across India are making significant strides in the workplace, challenging stereotypes […]
Grant Thornton Botswana (GTBW) conducted a poll in February 2024, highlighting the continued challenge of achieving gender parity in the country’s top management roles. Even though 81 per cent of respondents felt there weren’t enough women in top positions in their firms, the slow rise of women in business is a global phenomenon. According to […]
Katie Bickerstaffe, co-CEO of British apparel and food store Marks & Spencer, is quitting the firm and giving over sole control to Stuart Machin, Sky News reported Wednesday. According to the article, Bickerstaffe will quit the firm this year and join European home improvement retailer Kingfisher as a non-executive director. Katie Bickerstaffe and Stuart Machin […]
Parag Milk Foods, a manufacturer and marketer of dairy-FMCG products, appointed Sumit Jain as President of Finance. With an extensive background in financial management and a track record of success, Jain brings a wealth of expertise to the organisation. A Chartered Accountant, Jain achieved an All India Rank of 18 in 2012 and an All […]
Pernod Ricard India has named Gagandeep Sethi as its head of sustainability and responsibility (S&R), in addition to his current position as senior vice president of integrated operations. In his new post, Sethi will head the social responsibility and sustainable development activities, according to the company release. “Gagandeep has played a pivotal role in driving […]
Pidilite Industries, an adhesive and construction chemicals company, revealed on Thursday the appointment of Sudhanshu Vats as Managing Director designate. According to a statement from Pidilite Industries, incumbent Bharat Puri would step down in April next year after serving as Managing Director. The board of Pidilite Industries, which manufactures Fevicol, Dr Fixit, Fevikwik, and M-Seal, accepted Vats’ […]
The World Gold Council on Tuesday selected Sachin Jain as its new CEO for India. Jain, who will take on the new post next month, has extensive knowledge of the Indian consumer and jeweller markets. He arrives from De Beers, where he held many top positions over the last 13 years. As managing director of […]
Paytm said on Monday that Vijay Shekhar Sharma stepped down as non-executive chairman and board member from its payments bank, as the troubled digital payments startup restructured its board following a central bank crackdown. According to the media report, the action against Paytm Payments Bank was prompted by “serious supervisory concerns,” such as inadequate customer […]
Abhishek Shetty has joined Swiggy as a marketing lead, where he will oversee operations for Swiggy Instamart and private brands. Shetty announced the appointment on his LinkedIn. He stated, “Excited by the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative company that is revolutionizing the way people experience convenience and accessibility in their daily lives. […]
