Published on: October 23, 2026
Colgate-Palmolive (India) has named Akash Parekh as its Executive Vice President – Marketing, with the appointment taking effect on December 1, 2026.
Parekh will take over from Gunjit Jain, who is set to leave the position on November 30, 2026, to pursue a professional growth opportunity outside the company.
Currently serving as Senior Director, Marketing – APAC, Parekh is responsible for leading marketing strategies across the Asia-Pacific region. Since joining Colgate-Palmolive in 2009, he has held various positions across India, North America and APAC, gaining experience across multiple markets.
With approximately two decades of experience in consumer marketing, Parekh’s expertise includes brand strategy, commercial execution, market expansion and consumer insights. He began his professional career at Nielsen in 2006.
His appointment marks a leadership transition in Colgate-Palmolive India’s marketing function as he prepares to take on the role in December.
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