Sunil Kataria becomes CEO of Godrej Agrovet

Sunil Kataria Appointed CEO & MD of Godrej Agrovet Limited. In a major leadership move, Godrej Agrovet Limited, a leading food and agri-business company driven by research and innovation, has appointed Sunil Kataria as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) for a five-year term. He succeeds Balram Singh Yadav, signaling a new chapter focused on growth, transformation, and sustainability. Key Highlights: 1. Proven Cross-Industry Leadership – Brings over 20 years of experience across top brands like Marico Limited, VIP Industries Limited , Subhiksha Trading Services Limited, Idea Cellular Ltd, Godrej Consumer Products Limited, Raymond Lifestyle Limited, and The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA). 2. Expertise in Scaling & Transformation – Known for driving market expansion, business transformation, and operational excellence across diverse consumer sectors. 3. Strategic Growth Roadmap – Will focus on strengthening emerging verticals, scaling core businesses, and enhancing sustainable profitability across the agri-business spectrum. 4. Leadership Endorsement – Nadir Godrej, Chairman & MD, Godrej Industries, noted: “Sunil’s proven leadership in complex markets aligns with our vision of expanding Agrovet’s portfolio and driving long-term growth and profitability.” This transition highlights Godrej Agrovet’s commitment to innovation, strategic expansion, and shaping a more resilient and future-ready agri-business sector in India. Could this leadership shift be the catalyst for India’s next phase of agri-business transformation? #Leadership #CEO #ManagingDirector #GodrejAgrovet #SunilKataria #CEOAppointment #AgriBusiness #Agriculture #Innovation #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #Transformation #CorporateLeadership #FutureOfFarming #StrategicGrowth #MarketExpansion #OrganisationalDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #BusinessLeadership #CorporateNews

This is what I've been saying all this while! I came across this reel of Dipak Sanghavi and HAD to share it with all. He talks about how going rural before any of their competitors gave Nilons Enterprises Pvt Ltd a huge competitive advantage. How instead of high cost tube packs, they entered the market with 5 rupee sachets and are the largest in the segment ahead of major players like Dabur India Limited and Tata Consumer Products. Tier - 2,3,4 towns in India are the next huge market opportunity for new age brands and those who capitalise on them today will be the leaders of tomorrow. Your thoughts?

I used to think stability was everything in FMCG. Turns out, I was wrong. Not wrong about discipline. Not wrong about building the right portfolio. But wrong about expecting the world to stay stable. I first learned that in 2006, when I walked into Gujarat’s most unprofitable territory. Distribution gaps everywhere. A demotivated team. We had to rebuild everything from scratch. Later, in Nepal, volatility was constant. In some quarters, it felt like the norm. Yet by 2020, in the middle of all that volatility, we took PepsiCo to leadership share for the first time in 25 years. During COVID, when competition shut down, agility meant: → We reimagined supply routes. → Broke large territories into 20–30 km clusters with clear ownership. → Met unmet demand in tough times. → Became seen as both socially responsible and commercially resilient. For me, an unstable situation isn’t the enemy. It’s the raw material for transformation. The future won’t reward those who just wait it out. It’ll reward the ones who build while everything around them is breaking. #Leadership #Resilience #FMCG #ConsumerProducts #GrowthMindset #BusinessTransformation

A historic milestone for India’s food sector! At World Food India 2025, the government secured a record ₹1.02 lakh crore worth of MoUs with top global and Indian giants. 👉 Reliance to invest ₹40,000 crore in food manufacturing facilities nationwide. 👉 Coca-Cola bottlers pledge ₹25,760 crore for greenfield and brownfield projects. 👉 Amul, Nestlé, Tata Consumer, Dabur, Patanjali, Godrej, Haldiram, Carlsberg, and more join the mega push. 💼 These investments are set to: ✔ Create 64,000+ direct jobs ✔ Generate 10 lakh+ indirect opportunities ✔ Boost farmers with stronger supply chains ✔ Power growth in dairy, packaged foods, beverages, spices, fruits & more From Gujarat to the Northeast, over 15 states will benefit. This isn’t just investment - it’s a game-changer for India’s farmers, jobs, and economy. #WorldFoodIndia #FoodProcessing #IndiaGrowth #FarmersFirst #PNBFoodDeals #Reliance #CocaCola #Nestle #Amul #InvestInIndia

A historic milestone for India’s food sector! At World Food India 2025, the government secured a record ₹1.02 lakh crore worth of MoUs with top global and Indian giants. 👉 Reliance to invest ₹40,000 crore in food manufacturing facilities nationwide. 👉 Coca-Cola bottlers pledge ₹25,760 crore for greenfield and brownfield projects. 👉 Amul, Nestlé, Tata Consumer, Dabur, Patanjali, Godrej, Haldiram, Carlsberg, and more join the mega push. 💼 These investments are set to: ✔ Create 64,000+ direct jobs ✔ Generate 10 lakh+ indirect opportunities ✔ Boost farmers with stronger supply chains ✔ Power growth in dairy, packaged foods, beverages, spices, fruits & more From Gujarat to the Northeast, over 15 states will benefit. This isn’t just investment - it’s a game-changer for India’s farmers, jobs, and economy. #WorldFoodIndia #FoodProcessing #IndiaGrowth #FarmersFirst #PNBFoodDeals #Reliance #CocaCola #Nestle #Amul #InvestInIndia

“Early in my career, I chased the ‘other side’ — only to discover real leadership grows where you nurture your team.” “I always thought the grass was greener on the other side… until I realized I had the power to make it green where I stood.” Being a young Sales professional at P&G and Godrej, I believed the “other side” meant becoming an ASM (Area Sales Manager). This thought came from my father, whose life has been a masterclass in dedication and service. From educating others at a young age, to serving in the Armed Forces and later in various government ministries, he taught me that true success comes from discipline, perseverance, and serving others. I had my first taste of early success at 26, joining Henkel as Area Head for Greater Punjab and parts of Rajasthan. But the real lesson came quickly: the grass is greener where you nurture people, build processes and systems, and lead from the front. Training, development, empathy, and understanding your team’s pulse are what create a high-performing culture. Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about enabling others to grow and thrive. The grass isn’t greener elsewhere — it grows where you invest your heart, energy, and vision. #Leadership #TeamBuilding #SalesExcellence #CareerGrowth #Mentorship #EmpathyInLeadership #TrainingAndDevelopment #LeadFromFront #SuccessMindset #GrowthMindset Picture Credit: https://lnkd.in/gFdbBnEN

JK Organisation, in collaboration with IIM Bangalore, successfully hosted a 5-day residential Management Development Program from 8 – 12 September 2025. Designed with insights from JKO Business Leaders and the valued support of our DICs, Presidents, Business Heads, Business HR Heads and their teams, this program brought together 22 senior leaders across businesses to sharpen knowledge, skills and competencies while exploring the latest concepts, trends, emerging technologies, global perspectives and best practices through engaging sessions. Led by Program Director Prof. D. Krishna Sundar and five other eminent IIM Bangalore faculty members, the program covered modules like Integrated Business Planning, M&A Valuation, Data-Driven Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Customer Centricity, Creativity & Innovation, and Marketing Strategy. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants for their commitment and collaboration in making this initiative a resounding success. #onejkfamily - JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., JK Paper Ltd., JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd., Udaipur Cement Works Limited, JK Fenner (India) Ltd, JK Agri Genetics Limited, JK Foods, Umang Dairies Ltd., JK Insurance Brokers Limited, DELOPT, JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur, PSRI Hospital, CliniRx Prem Singh, Dr Sudhansu Pathak, B.S. Dagar, Ashok Varma, Dr. Tapomoy Deb, Barkha Kaul Bhattacharjee, Keerthi Reddy, Sakthivel M, Hariom Goswami, Indu Singh, Pramod Khandelwal, Damanjeet Chadha (She/ Her), Suhasi Rana, Kaustabh Hazarika, Manish Bhardwaj, Sunny Goyal, Ankit Kumar #JKOrganisation #IIMBangalore #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessAcumen #Strategy #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability #FutureReady

Earnings Per Day – India’s FMCG Giants (FY25) The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector is one of the strongest pillars of India’s economy. With daily consumption-driven demand, these companies enjoy steady cash flows and resilient growth. But when we break it down to profits earned per day, the numbers tell a fascinating story 👇 📊 Daily Net Profits (FY25): ITC Limited – ₹96 Cr HUL (Unilever) – ₹29 Cr Nestlé India – ₹9 Cr Varun Beverages – ₹6 Cr Britannia – ₹6 Cr Marico – ₹4 Cr Dabur – ₹4 Cr Godrej Consumer Products – ₹4 Cr Tata Consumer Products – ₹3 Cr 📝 Key Insights: 1️⃣ ITC’s Massive Lead – ITC earns more in one day (₹96 Cr) than the combined profits of the next 7 FMCG players (₹41 Cr). This showcases its dominance, driven by a wide product portfolio spanning cigarettes, packaged foods, and personal care. 2️⃣ HUL as a Strong #2 – Despite being a pure FMCG play, HUL earns only one-third of ITC’s daily profits. Still, its brand power and penetration keep it a formidable competitor. 3️⃣ Nestlé, Britannia & Varun Beverages – Niche yet powerful players. Nestlé dominates packaged foods, Britannia rules biscuits & bakery, while Varun Beverages leverages the PepsiCo franchise in India. 4️⃣ Marico, Dabur, Godrej Consumer, Tata Consumer – Each of these companies has carved a unique identity in personal care, natural products, and beverages, contributing steadily to the FMCG landscape. 📌 Key Takeaway: Profitability in FMCG isn’t just about brand presence—it’s about scale, product mix, and execution. #FMCG #BusinessGrowth #ITC #HUL #Nestle #Investing #ConsumerGoods #India #Strategy #Leadership

Beyond Snack, a brand originating from Kerala, has transformed from a local favorite into a global snacking phenomenon, significantly impacting the Indian FMCG sector. Founder Manas Madhu successfully increased monthly sales from 20 lakh to 2.25 crore and scaled daily production from 700 kg to 3,800 kg to accommodate rising demand. His guiding principle, "Think Local, Go Global," emphasizes the fusion of authentic banana chip flavors with premium packaging, appealing to consumers both in India and internationally. A pivotal moment for Beyond Snack occurred during Season 1 of Shark Tank India when investor Ashneer Grover provided not only financial backing but also strategic mentorship. This partnership facilitated the brand's expansion from fewer than 1,000 retail locations to over 4,000 across the country. Beyond Snack exemplifies how a clear vision, combined with the right investment, can elevate a modest snack into a widely recognized household name. #startupshivay #BeyondSnack #FMCGsuccess #SharkTankIndia #ThinkLocalGoGlobal #SnackRevolution

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited, is setting up its first integrated food park at Brahmanapalli village in Orvakal, Kurnool district, with an investment of ₹768 crore. The project is part of RCPL’s broader ₹40,000 crore strategy to establish multiple food parks across India over the next three years, aimed at boosting production, distribution, and its footprint in the FMCG sector. The Kurnool facility will produce noodles, atta, rice, spices, chocolates, packaged snacks, and will create around 500 direct jobs. Unlike government-backed mega food parks, this one will be fully owned and operated by Reliance, ensuring end-to-end control over manufacturing and distribution. At Reliance’s AGM in 2025, Executive Director Isha Ambani stated that this initiative is a key step toward RCPL’s ambition to become India’s largest FMCG company within five years, supported by its nationwide food park expansion and integrated supply chain strategy. #reliance #foodPark #andhraPradesh #FMCG #ManufacturingFacilities #40000CrInvestment #StartupUpdates #Startupro