NIVEA India has appointed Akshay Kawale as the Business Unit Head- Derma, effective April 3, 2025. In his new role, Kawale will be responsible for leading the Derma business unit for Eucerin in India.
Known for his strategic mindset and executional excellence, he is adept at crafting and driving consumer-centric, high-impact growth strategies, as per the company.
Kawale brings with him over 16 years of diverse experience across various organisations including Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Abbott, GSK, and L’Oréal. Most recently, he served as Business Head- Cosmetology at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, where he played a pivotal role in building and scaling skincare-led business strategies.
As per the company, this appointment underscores Eucerin’s commitment to strengthening its leadership in the Indian skincare space and continuing to offer science-backed, high-performing solutions for evolving consumer needs.
Geetika Mehta, Managing Director, NIVEA India, commented, “We are delighted to welcome Akshay Kawale to the India leadership team. His deep understanding of the derma category, combined with his ability to drive business transformation, will be instrumental as we expand Eucerin’s footprint in India. His consumer-first approach and sharp strategic acumen are exactly what we need to power the next phase of our growth.”
Speaking about his new role, Kawale shared, “I’m truly excited to be a part of Eucerin- a brand globally known for its dermatological expertise and trust. I look forward to contributing meaningfully to its growth in India, while staying true to the values that make the brand a pioneer in skincare science and care.”
