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Curry-Nation picks up Nirlep’s creative biz
MUMBAI: Non stick utensils manufacturer Nirlep has named creative agency Curry-Nation as its agency of record.
The company is looking to expand its brand presence and plans to launch a slew of products in new categories.
The win comes on the back of a multi agency pitch involving agencies like Meridian, Interface, McCann Erickson, Postscript and Network.
In an official communiqué, the agency said that Curry-Nation used its usual insight tool for market research – indsights before going into the pitch.
Curry-Nation director Priti Nair said, “Nirlep is a brand that is very Indian and is a part and parcel of every day life since childhood. The brand needs to be repositioned, given the change in consumer mindset.”
Nirlep GM Sanjay Shingikar said, “The consumer understanding & the strategy that emanated thereof showcased by Curry – Nation and the ‘Indianness‘ of their communication was truly amazing. That really sealed our decision in their favour.”
The campaign is slated to be launched in April. The media mix will involve TV, print, radio and outdoor.
Curry-Nation director Nagessh Pannaswamy added, “It was very exciting for all of us at Curry-Nation when we worked on the brand. From personal experience we had with the brand ,it is close to every one’s heart and culturally it just seems the right fit for CurryNation”.
Brands
Safex Group appoints Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer
Former Standard Chartered executive to steer finance
NEW DELHI: Safex Chemicals has appointed Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for the next phase of expansion in specialty chemicals and global agrochemicals.
In her new role, Malhotra will lead the group’s financial strategy, capital architecture and governance framework as Safex scales operations across multiple verticals including branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing.
A chartered accountant and graduate of Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi, Malhotra brings more than two decades of experience in business finance, strategic planning, corporate banking and client management.
Before joining Safex, she served as executive director, financial markets at Standard Chartered, where she led teams across India and Sri Lanka and worked closely with large corporates, global subsidiaries and commercial banking clients. Her expertise includes capital structuring, treasury operations, risk management and financial markets led financing solutions.
Safex Group promoter director and joint managing director Piyush Jindal, said the appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company. “Safex stands at an inflection point as we build an integrated platform across branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing. Richa’s experience across global financial institutions will strengthen our financial discipline and help unlock value across the group,” he said.
Malhotra said she was looking forward to contributing to the company’s next chapter of growth. “Safex has built a strong reputation over 35 years with its focus on integrity, innovation and agricultural insight. I am excited to be part of the organisation as it expands its footprint in India and global markets,” she said.
The appointment comes as Safex continues to strengthen its financial foundations and scale operations internationally, positioning itself for future growth milestones.
