Honasa Consumer appoints Nilesh Kotalwar as senior vice president - online revenue and growth
In his new role, Nilesh Kotalwar will spearhead the online revenue strategy, driving growth and profitability for Honasa Consumer's diverse portfolio of brands, including Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Dr Sheth’s, and Bblunt.
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Honasa Consumer Limited, the holding company of brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Bblunt and Dr Sheth's, and the fastest-growing BPC brand in India, appoints Nilesh Kotalwar as Senior Vice President – Online Revenue & Growth.
In his new role, he will spearhead the online revenue strategy, driving growth and profitability for Honasa Consumer's diverse portfolio of brands, including Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Dr Sheth’s, and Bblunt. He will focus on building a robust online network strategy, optimizing digital marketing efforts, and enhancing the overall online consumer experience.
Kotalwar is an alumnus of IIM-Lucknow and has experience in the FMCG domain. He has managed cross-functional teams in various roles across revenue channels, with expertise in eCommerce, digital marketing, customer & shopper marketing, and brand management. His career includes roles at conglomerates like Godrej Consumer and Hindustan Unilever. In Hindustan Unilever, apart from sales and marketing, he played a pivotal role in Center of Excellence team to develop and roll out new age digital and tech tools. Most recently, he served as AVP - Business Transformation at Godrej Consumer Product Limited.
Varun Alagh, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Honasa Consumer Ltd., commented on the appointment, “We are thrilled to welcome Nilesh as our new Head of Online Business. His extensive background in managing cross-functional teams and driving growth in established brands will be invaluable as we focus to continue expanding our online presence. Nilesh’s expertise in leveraging digital strategies and understanding the needs of today’s digital-savvy consumers will be key in enhancing our online approach and ensuring our brands are accessible wherever consumers choose to shop.”
Kotalwar commented, "I am thrilled to join Honasa Consumer and contribute to its vision of building purpose-driven consumer brands. The company’s commitment to a digital-first approach has been pivotal in establishing Mamaearth and other brands as leaders in the Indian market. I am excited to leverage my experience and insights to support the team, drive further growth, and achieve new milestones for these dynamic brands.”
