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Pushkaraj Shenai steps down from CEO role at Lakmé Lever
Mumbai: In a move that’s making waves in the cosmetic realm, Pushkaraj Shenai has bid adieu to his role as the dynamic chief executive officer at Lakmé Lever, leaving behind a legacy that echoes the iconic lyrics of the Eagles’ “Hotel California”. In a LinkedIn post that reads like a lyrical farewell, he teased his upcoming adventure, assuring that while he’s moving forward, the friendships, memories, hustle, disappointments, and victories of the last decade will forever linger. Shenai, who’s no stranger to the game, graciously thanked his stellar team and the powerhouse parent company, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, in a display of gratitude. This marks his second stint with HUL, preceded by his
noteworthy tenure as the chief operating officer at Piramal Realty. Before diving into the cosmetic cosmos, Shenai showcased his marketing prowess as the head of marketing at Globus. With an illustrious career path resembling a blockbuster script, Shenai’s departure from Lakmé Lever seems more like the closing scene of a gripping chapter, leaving us eagerly anticipating the next captivating chapter in his professional journey.
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Emami names Dhruv Aggarwal as chief growth officer
Former Bain partner steps in as FMCG firm sharpens growth playbook
MUMBAI: Emami Limited has appointed Dhruv Aggarwal as its chief growth officer, effective 25 March 2026, following the resignation of Giriraj Bagri.
Aggarwal joins the FMCG major from Bain & Company, where he most recently served as partner. With over two decades of experience across consulting and strategy, he brings a global perspective shaped by work across India, the US, the UK and Germany.
During his tenure at Bain, Aggarwal advised consumer, retail and media companies on large-scale transformations, business turnarounds and growth strategies. He was also closely involved with India’s startup ecosystem, guiding early-stage ventures on scaling and digital expansion, while supporting private equity and venture capital firms on investment decisions.
His earlier stints include a brief role at Barclays Capital and operational experience at Jindal Power, giving him a mix of financial and industry exposure.
Academically, Aggarwal holds an MBA from Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and has also been associated with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as a PhD candidate and teaching assistant.
The appointment comes at a time when Emami Limited is looking to sharpen its growth strategy in a competitive consumer market. With a seasoned strategist now at the helm of growth, the company appears set to double down on transformation and expansion in the months ahead.
