Reliance Industries has appointed Gayatri Yadav as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Executive Vice President (EVP) – Strategic Initiatives. She will work closely with the Ambani family and the leadership team to enhance brand strength, innovation, and a customer-centric approach. Gayatri is an IIM Kolkata graduate who previously held leadership roles at Procter & Gamble, General Mills, Star India, and Peak XV Partners.
Gayatri Yadav’s New Role at Reliance:
- Position: Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Executive Vice President (EVP) – Strategic Initiatives.
- Key Objectives: Focus on driving innovation, strengthening the brand, and promoting customer-centricity.
- Collaboration: Gayatri will work alongside the Ambani family, including Chairman Mukesh Ambani, Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani, Akash Ambani, and the entire leadership team.
Educational Background:
- Degree: MBA from IIM Kolkata.
Career Journey:
- Procter & Gamble: Gayatri started her career in brand management.
- General Mills India: She played a key role in launching the Pillsbury brand in India and promoting the packaged food sector.
- Star India: As President of Consumer Strategy & Innovation, she contributed to the launch of Star Sports and Hotstar, and championed the “Nayi Soch” campaign to promote women’s empowerment.
- Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia India): Gayatri helped in brand transitions and building stronger companies.
Experience and Impact:
Marketing Leadership: Gayatri has rich experience in the areas of consumer markets, digital platforms, and brand building.
Past Assignments: She has led teams as a leader across leading organizations such as Peak XV Partners, Star India, General Mills, and Procter & Gamble.
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Comment from Isha Ambani:
Isha, Reliance’s director, welcomed Gayatri’s appointment. Isha describes Gayatri Yadav as a marketing leader experienced enough to guide Reliance through a new way to higher horizons.
New Responsibilities:
- Focus Areas: In this new position, Gayatri will focus more on marketing innovation, enhancing the brand value of Reliance and taking it towards further success.
- Collaboration: She will work very closely with the Ambani family and other leadership team members to make these happen.
Gayatri Yadav’s significant experience in marketing, brand building, and strategic initiatives will, without a doubt, be of immense value to Reliance Industries as it looks to expand further and innovate further across sectors.
