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Mashreq chooses Jyothi Bhatula as MGN India MD
MUMBAI: Indian women executives have been making their mark in the world of finance like never by leading banks and what have you. Now, here’s another one who has joined the pack of women financial leaders.
Jyothi Bhatula has been appointed as the global head of Mashreq Global Network (MGN) as well as managing director of MGN India,. In her new role, Jyothi will oversee the operations of MGN’s distributed workforce platform across India, Pakistan, and Egypt, ensuring it continues to deliver dynamic, high-quality talent and services to support Mashreq’s strategic, digital, and operational goals. MGN is part of the Mena-based financial services group Mashreq.
With a professional career spanning over 20 years, Jyothi brings extensive experience in banking and technology services. Prior to joining Mashreq, she served as the chief operating officer for UBS India Service, where she also managed India operations and the technology divisions, playing a key role in integrating Credit Suisse into UBS. Previously, Jyothi held leadership roles in Singapore and India at Credit Suisse, where she managed global programs and enhanced operational efficiencies.
Mashreq group head of operations Mark Edwards, said: “Jyothi’s extensive experience in banking, technology services, and leadership equips her to drive MGN’s continued evolution as a strategic enabler of Mashreq’s global operations. With her expertise and proven track record, we are confident that MGN will continue to advance as a world-class talent and services platform, enabling Mashreq to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers globally.”
Added Jyothi: “Mashreq is an institution with a remarkable legacy in banking and financial services. Mashreq’s commitment to driving innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation is truly inspiring and resonates with my professional journey. I look forward to working closely with the talented teams at MGN and Mashreq to enhance our distributed workforce platform further, ensuring it remains a strategic enabler of the bank’s global vision and growth.”
Jyothi’s entrepreneurial spirit is also reflected in her tenure as the owner and operator of two restaurants in Mumbai. She holds a degree in electronics engineering from JNTU Hyderabad and an MBA from NUS Business School.
Brands
Radico Khaitan appoints Kunal Madan as chief marketing officer
Promotions signal focus on premium spirits, global expansion and homegrown leadership
UTTAR PRADESH: Radico Khaitan has elevated two long-serving insiders to its top leadership team, signalling a bold push into premium spirits and global markets. Kunal Madan steps in as chief marketing officer, while Sudhir Upadhyay takes charge as chief sales officer, both part of what managing director Abhishek Khaitan calls a consciously built next-generation leadership bench.
“At Radico Khaitan, our growth has always been powered by people,” Khaitan said. “True leadership is not imported, it is cultivated.” He added that empowering internal talent ensures continuity while keeping the company globally competitive and future-ready.
Madan, with over 20 years of experience across global sales and marketing, will drive brand architecture, marketing strategy, and the premiumisation agenda, including travel retail. Upadhyay, who has 25 years in the industry and was most recently national sales head, will oversee distribution expansion and execution across markets.
The leadership reshuffle comes amid Radico’s intensified focus on premium spirits, a segment driving higher margins and international growth. Last year, Ajay Kakkar was brought on to head the Premium On-Trade vertical, targeting modern and institutional channels to boost presence in high-growth segments.
Meanwhile, Amar Sinha stepped down as chief operating officer after contributing across multiple growth phases. Khaitan acknowledged Sinha’s role in supporting the company’s trajectory, while Sinha described his tenure as “an absolute privilege,” crediting Khaitan’s leadership for shaping the company’s strategic direction.
With a homegrown leadership bench and a clear premium agenda, Radico Khaitan is set to accelerate its global expansion while doubling down on brand elevation and market impact.
