Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Great brands are built on timeless insights: HUL’s Rohit Jawa

Rohit Jawa further added that by harnessing HUL's research and development capabilities, supply chain expertise, and wide distribution network, Minimalist is expected to further strengthen its presence in India's burgeoning premium beauty market.

HUL secures a 90.5% stake in the fastest-growing D2C skincare brand Minimalist, signalling an expanded foray into the premium beauty segment.

India’s hiring market poised for strong 2025 start as recruitment activity surges by 12%: Report

AI-powered applications like fashion avatars, smart shopping carts, and virtual influencers are enhancing customer engagement. 47% of retailers state that AI has led to new product and service developments

Over the last three months, an 8% increase in hiring activity highlighted sustained progress, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of Indian businesses in a dynamic market.

HUL’s Minimalist 90% acquisition a big big win for entire Indian D2C ecosystem: Aman Gupta

In a recent LinkedIn post, Aman Gupta celebrated the acquisition, "HUL's acquisition of a 90% stake in Minimalist for ₹2,955 crore is a BIG BIG WIN for the entire Indian D2C ecosystem!"

BoAt Lifestyle co-founder and CMO Aman Gupta praises the deal as a game-changer for Direct-to-Consumer brands, highlighting the immense potential of India’s emerging D2C sector.

Visionary leader and Nestle India CMD, Suresh Narayanan, joins Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit

Returning to India as the Managing Director of Nestlé India in 2015, Suresh Narayanan took the helm at a crucial time for the company, during the Maggi crisis. He steered Nestle through some of its most turbulent times in global markets, establishing himself as one of the greatest business leaders to emerge from India.

Suresh Narayanan of Nestlé, will share insights on leadership and innovation at the prestigious summit, set to spotlight global industry leaders and visionaries. To be held in March 2025, the Global Pioneers Summit is a celebration and exploration of the transformative potential of creativity, empowering individuals and businesses to craft a future that resonates with purpose and vision.

Samsung’s JB Park: Competition makes us better

JB Park highlighted that Indians are among the biggest adopters of artificial intelligence features, citing tools like "Circle to Search" that have gained rapid traction. (Image: NCN Magazine)

“Will ‘fruit company’ be the dominant brand forever? I don’t think so,” said Samsung’s Southwest Asia CEO JB Park.

Deepak Agrawal appointed as LinkedIn’s chief AI officer

Deepak Agrawal previously worked at Pinterest, where he served as the Chief AI Officer and VP of Consumer Trust Engineering. (Image: Pinterest)

Deepak Agrawal previously led LinkedIn’s AI initiatives as Vice President for eight years, spearheading innovations that have become integral to the platform’s data-driven systems and personalized member experiences.

Pragya Bijalwann appointed as Head of Marketing at Voltas

With a diverse career across the lubricants, paints, and consumer good industries, she has honed her expertise in areas such as strategy, financial management, team leadership, and operational excellence.

Pragya Bijalwann previously worked as a Chief Marketing Officer at Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited, and spearheaded the marketing domain for the company’s entire business units.