Hires & Promotions: Honasa Consumer, Nissan

Honasa Consumer elevates Vipul Maheshwari to SVP - Product and Data Analytics

Honasa Consumer has elevated Vipul Maheshwari to Senior Vice President - Product and Data Analytics.

Maheshwari has been an integral part of Honasa for the past four years, bringing extensive experience in analytics and data science to manage the complete data lifecycle—from efficient collection to advanced analysis. In his new role, Maheshwari will lead this continued integration of advanced analytics for product development, further enhancing Honasa’s diverse brand portfolio.

Commenting on the appointment, Varun Alagh, Co-founder and CEO of Honasa Consumer says, “Data-driven decision-making has always been at the core of our growth, shaping how we understand and serve our customers. Vipul’s expertise in turning complex data into actionable insights has been instrumental in our growth journey. He has been working with a leadership mindset for years and this role is a natural next step for him.”

Speaking on his new role and development, Maheshwari shares, “The beauty and personal care industry is at an exciting intersection of product advancement and technological innovation. I'm honoured to lead Honasa's efforts in leveraging advanced analytics and product development to create more personalized, efficient, and delightful experiences for our consumers.”

He brings extensive experience in leveraging existing data infrastructure to solve complex business challenges. An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, with a master’s degree in mathematics and computer science, Maheshwari has previously held key positions at Delhivery and Global Analytics India Pvt Ltd, where he pioneered several data-driven business solutions.
 

Nissan names Abhishek Arora as Director - Dealer Network Development and Customer Quality Training (DND-CQT)

Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) has appointed Abhishek Arora as Director - Dealer Network Development and Customer Quality Training (DND-CQT), effective 14 November 2024. This role expands his current responsibilities as Director - Transformation & New Projects. In this new position, Arora will lead Nissan’s channel development and management, focusing on strategic initiatives to enhance network development and prepare for upcoming product launches. 

Arora joined Nissan in September 2024 as Director – Transformation and New Projects and assumed interim charge of DND-CQT in October 2024. He will now lead the DND-CQT function on a full-time basis while continuing his work on transformation projects. Before joining Nissan, Arora held roles at Audi India, where he managed Network Development, Business Management, Sales Training, and the Used Car Business. He has also worked with General Motors, Tata Motors, and Honda Motorcycles, gaining significant experience in channel sales and the management of premium automotive networks.

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director of Nissan Motor India, expresses confidence that Arora’s experience and leadership will strengthen Nissan's network capabilities and support its efforts to enhance customer experience and product launches in the Indian market. This appointment reflects Nissan's ongoing focus on network development and business continuity in India.