Brands
Larah Opalware by Borosil become India’s number-one brand in the opalware segment
Mumbai: Borosil is thrilled to announce that Larah Opalware by Borosil, has become India’s number-one brand in the opalware segment, according to the latest sales report 2024.
Larah’s Opalware range surges 37 per cent in sales, outpacing its competitors and propelling Borosil’s overall revenue to Rs 942.3 crores.
On the occasion, Borosil Ltd MD Shreevar Kheruka expressed by saying “We extend heartfelt gratitude to our customers for making Larah by Borosil the number one opalware brand in the country. We are committed to providing our audiences with the highest quality products, contemporary designs and exceptional service.”
The brand recently underwent a significant transformation in its identity and positioning, focusing on empowering modern Indian women who excel in multitasking and strive for excellence in all areas of life. This strategic shift has resonated well with its target audience, further solidifying its market leadership.
As the brand moves forward, it aims to enhance its product offerings and expand its reach, setting new benchmarks in the industry.
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.
