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Spirits marketer Renu Yadav swaps Grey Goose for homegrown gin
MUMBAI: Renu Yadav has traded the global sophistication of Grey Goose and Bombay Sapphire for the patriotic promise of Vanaha Gin, becoming marketing lead at Revelry Distillery in a bet that Indian spirits can conquer international palates.
Yadav’s departure from Only Much Louder, where she shepherded premium Bacardi brands including Patron tequila, signals her confidence in homegrown distilling. At Revelry, she will champion Vanaha Gin, a craft spirit that founders Vaniitha Jaiin and Navvin Jaiin position as India’s answer to the global gin renaissance.
The move caps a decade-long love affair with the spirits industry that began somewhat accidentally. Yadav’s immersion in the alcoholic beverages world through Bacardi’s portfolio awakened what she describes as her “passion for building brands that create not just products, but experiences.”
Her career trajectory reads like a route map in modern marketing evolution. From co-founding agency Notch It UP to producing content for Condé Nast India, Yadav has bounced between entrepreneurship and corporate roles with characteristic restlessness. A stint at Extento Experiences, where she managed experiential marketing for premium alcohol and lifestyle clients, provided the final polish to her spirits credentials.
Yadav’s appointment comes as Indian craft distilleries eye international expansion, riding a wave of global curiosity about subcontinental flavours. Her dream of opening her own bar remains on hold, but this role represents what she calls “a big step in that direction.”
Revelry Distillery will be banking on her knack for creating memorable brand experiences—a skill honed through years of managing everything from live activations to trade marketing. Whether Vanaha Gin can match the marketing panache of its international rivals remains to be seen, but Yadav’s track record suggests the spirit has found a formidable champion.
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YFLO appoints Tania Nijhawan as president for 2026-27 term
Dentist-entrepreneur to lead women’s body amid rising focus on leadership
NEW DELHI: Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO), the women’s arm of FICCI, has appointed Tania Nijhawan as its president for the 2026-27 tenure, effective April 2026, at a time when conversations around women’s leadership in India are gaining fresh momentum.
A cosmetic and paediatric dentist with over 15 years of experience, Nijhawan is the founder of Udana Wellness, a multi-speciality clinic in Vasant Vihar known for its focus on advanced treatments and patient-centric care. She also serves as director at Nijhawan Group and is an active investor in start-ups across health, wellness and hospitality, including Nuts For Us.
Her academic credentials include advanced training from global institutions such as New York University, the University of Southern California and University College London, shaping her multidisciplinary approach across dentistry and wellness.
YFLO has long positioned itself as a platform for leadership, entrepreneurship and professional growth, bringing together women across industries to drive dialogue and collaboration. Under Nijhawan’s leadership, the organisation is expected to sharpen its focus on cross-sector engagement and meaningful, future-facing conversations.
Speaking on her appointment, Tania Nijhawan said, “YFLO has always stood for meaningful engagement and forward-thinking dialogue. I look forward to building a platform that not only encourages exchange of ideas but also actively supports emerging voices and creates opportunities for collaboration across sectors.”
She added, “The Women’s Reservation Bill, which seeks to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, is not just a policy shift, it is a generational opportunity. It acknowledges the urgent need for women to have a stronger voice in shaping the nation’s future. True progress lies not just in representation, but in enabling women to lead with agency, confidence and impact.”
As president, Nijhawan will focus on curated programming, high-impact industry conversations and initiatives that bring together women across disciplines. Her theme for the year, “Lead With Your Light,” signals a push towards purpose-led leadership and greater confidence among emerging voices.
Her appointment marks a new chapter for YFLO, one that aims to align leadership, enterprise and policy at a time when women’s voices are increasingly central to India’s growth story.
