Rajesh Ramakrishnan

Rajesh is a transformative leader with 30 years of experience driving business and people growth across renowned companies such as Reckitt, Marico, Pepsico, Hindustan Times, and Perfetti Van Melle. As the Managing Director of Perfetti Van Melle India from 2018 to 2023, he successfully doubled the topline within five years while achieving double-digit profitability, earning accolades such as the Economic Times Inspiring CEO Award in 2022 and the ET Ascent CEO of the Year Award in 2023. Balancing strategic thinking with operational excellence, Rajesh excels in managing complexities to deliver impactful results. His personal mission is to positively influence and inspire those around him, having mentored talent both within and outside his organization.

Beyond his professional pursuits, he is passionate about coaching, yoga, photography, travel, and trekking, having reached notable heights such as Everest Base Camp and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Rajesh co-founded the non-profit “My Daughter is Precious,” supporting the education of over 70 deserving girls. An ICF Certified Coach (ACC) currently on his PCC journey, he has extensive coaching experience across diverse industries, helping senior leaders unleash their full potential for personal and organizational growth. He has also been a mentor with BD Foundation for eight years, aiding women in mid to senior management in advancing their careers.