Brands
Fossil introduces Kriti Sanon as brand ambassador
Mumbai: American watch and lifestyle company Fossil has announced its partnership with Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon as the brand’s newest celebrity ambassador in India. Sanon’s optimism and organic take on fashion closely align with Fossil’s dedication to authenticity and creative spirit, the brand said.
Her collaboration with Fossil will extend to promoting the watch & accessory categories ranging from traditional & smartwatches to leather products and jewelry for women. Sanon will be seen in an upcoming brand campaign with fellow brand ambassador Varun Dhawan.
“As one of the leading accessories brands in the country, Fossil has always endeavored to design watches, jewelry and leather goods that preserve a unique modern-vintage spirit and exemplify creativity and optimism. Our commitment to authenticity extends to our products as well as our people,” said Fossil Group India managing director Johnson Verghese. “Kriti’s chic, vibrant fashion sense perfectly expresses her authenticity, aligning with Fossil’s brand ethos and commitment towards being true to oneself.”
“Crafting timeless styles through beautiful watches along with delicate jewelry and chic bags, the brand’s modern designs are the epitome of timeless style. Embracing the spirit of innovation and individuality, Fossil advocates authenticity that strongly resonates with my personal outlook towards style,” Kriti Sanon said.
Brands
Rohini Laya Venkateswaran named executive director at Gillette India
P&G veteran with two decades of experience steps into leadership role
NEW DELHI: Rohini Laya Venkateswaran has been appointed executive director at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd., bringing with her more than two decades of experience across sales, strategy and brand leadership within the consumer goods sector. In her new role, she will help steer the company’s strategic direction and growth while strengthening its footprint in the grooming and personal care category.
Venkateswaran joins the board after a long career at Procter & Gamble, where she spent nearly 21 years shaping sales strategy, building brands and driving market expansion across India and international markets.
Most recently, she served as chief sales officer for India at P&G. Prior to that, she was vice president and country manager for east gulf markets, overseeing operations in Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar while also guiding sales strategy across the Gulf region, including the UAE.
Earlier in her career, she led sales strategy and planning for India while serving as marketing leader for brands such as Olay and Old Spice. During this stint, she focused on reshaping go-to-market channels and building awareness through digital, social and influencer-led campaigns to drive growth.
Her journey at P&G also included roles such as director sales strategy and planning leader India, associate director modern retail and ecommerce, regional manager for Delhi and Rajasthan, and several key account and trade marketing roles across the country. She also spent time in the United States working on the P&G Walmart international team, collaborating on global retail initiatives.
Venkateswaran holds an MBA in marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from RV College of Engineering.
With her mix of sales acumen, brand-building experience and global exposure, Venkateswaran’s appointment signals a sharpened focus on growth and market leadership for Gillette India.
