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With over 14 years of brand and marketing leadership across APAC, I have shaped and scaled brands that influence culture and drive sustained business growth.

About

With over 14 years of brand and marketing leadership across APAC, I have shaped and scaled brands that influence culture and drive sustained business growth. My experiences span beauty, luxury, and sport across SEA and India, where I bring together strategy, storytelling, and data-driven insight to create meaningful consumer connections.

From redefining how Nike engages its Southeast Asian consumers to building 82°E into a global, celebrity-led luxury skincare brand, I have seen how cultural relevance translates into commercial success. I now partner with purpose-led startups across industries to define brand journeys and lay the foundations for long-term growth.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Brand & Marketing Leader – SEA & India · 82°E (Luxury skincare brand)Mar 2018 – Feb 2020 · 2 yrs

Built and executed regional rebranding across SEA markets, repositioning the brand as a premium lifestyle destination; shaped brand architecture, tone of voice, and messaging across digital, retail, and owned channels; led partnerships with creators, athletes, and industry leaders to drive awareness and growth.

Brand & Communications Leader – APAC / SEA & India · Nike IndiaAug 2012 – Feb 2018 · 5 yrs 7 mos

Led Nike India's brand and communications strategy across South East Asia and India, elevating brand presence across media, retail, and digital channels; built influencer ecosystem and partnerships; led campaigns and product launches with cross-functional teams to drive growth and cultural relevance.

Education

Bachelor's in Business Management · Bangalore University2007 – 2010

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