Marico Limited is reshaping its leadership across its international business portfolio. Pawan Agrawal, who has been serving as Group CFO and CEO International Business (Rest of South Asia and SE Asia), will take on an expanded mandate to lead the company’s overall international operations, with the new title of Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer – International Business, effective April 1, 2026. This move signals a consolidation of Marico’s international ambitions under a single, high‑visibility leadership spine as it looks to scale its overseas footprint.
In tandem with this shift, Binjit Kadakapcedlikayal, Executive Vice President – Middle East & North Africa, and Ryan Bartram, Managing Director – Marico South Africa, will come under the umbrella of the CEO – International Business and will cease to be categorized as Senior Management Personnel from April 1, 2026. The restructuring aligns reporting lines under a unified international CEO, aiming to sharpen execution across diverse markets in the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and beyond.
Pawan Agrawal brings to the table roughly a quarter‑century of finance leadership, with notable stints spanning Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Governance. He has steered Marico’s international business through a period of robust growth, including the acquisitions of brands such as Beardo, Just Herbs, True Elements, Plix, 4700BC and Cosmix. His leadership has also been recognized with CFO of the Year awards and governance accolades, underscoring Marico’s emphasis on disciplined execution and resilient growth. As the company doubles down on its international play, the leadership realignment is poised to translate strategic intent into stronger on‑the‑ground performance across regions.