Sanjiv Mehta is the chief executive officer of Hindustan Unilever. Mehta is based in India. Earlier roles include positions at Hindustan Unilever.
Sanjiv Mehta is an Indian business executive, and the former chairman and managing director (MD) of Hindustan Unilever Limited, India's largest fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) company and one of the top five most valuable companies in India. Mehta became the CEO and MD of Hindustan Unilever in October 2013, and in June 2018 was appointed chairman. He also heads Unilever's business in South Asia, as cluster president encompassing businesses in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Mehta is a member of the Unilever leadership executive, its global executive board.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Sanjiv Mehta's activities following his tenure at Hindustan Unilever, particularly his leadership of L Catterton India's consumer-focused investment fund and investments in Indian consumer businesses including Haldiram's. Headlines have also highlighted Mehta's reflections on business leadership, growth strategy, and his legacy building HUL into a major enterprise, with recognition of his contributions to the Indian consumer sector through speaking engagements and media appearances.
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Sanjiv Mehta: FAQ
- Where did Sanjiv Mehta work previously?
- Earlier roles include Hindustan Unilever (CEO, until 2023).