Pradeep Poddar

Background

About Pradeep Poddar

A business leader with expertise in consumer strategy & marketing - Pradeep has a demonstrated history of exceptional performance and in innovation and brand creation. After Chemical Engineering from UDCT and his MBA from IIM-Ahmedabad Pradeep started his career with Glaxo before rising up the ranks to the head of Sales & Marketing of their foods division. He was then appointed as the first MD & CEO of Heinz in South Asia where he lead and established the business over 10 years. During his transformative time at Heinz - Pradeep built a portfolio of 5 power brands (Heinz Tomato Ketchup, Complan, Glucon-D, Farex & Nycil) and positioned Heinz as a leading food company in India. Post Heinz, Pradeep joined the Tata Group to head their foray into the Water & Functional Beverages business. In addition to re-launching Himalayan in India he represented the Tata Group's interests globally in developing a range of futuristic beverage products centered on wellness and nutrition. Following his retirement from the Tata Group in 2016, Pradeep has been advising several business leaders and companies on growth strategy, branding & corporate governance. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board at Tasty Bites (a Mars subsidiary) and United Way Mumbai. Additionally, he is an independent Director & strategic advisor to the Welspun Group, and UFlex.