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Board of Directors
Saugata Gupta
Chairman
Career Highlights
Saugata Gupta, the distinguished Chairman of Marico Bangladesh Limited since 2013, also serves as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Marico Limited. He joined Marico in 2004 as the Head of Marketing and was elevated to CEO of India Business in 2007. In 2014, he took over as Managing Director of the Marico Limited.
A dynamic leader with more than 35 years of experience, Mr. Gupta is renowned for his transformative leadership, driving Marico to significant growth and expanding its global presence. He has helped transform Marico into a high performing business with consistent, profitable and sustainable growth and best-in-class governance. His leadership has fostered a culture of transparency, integrity and accountability, ensuring Marico's compliance with international standards and strengthening investor confidence. During his tenure, Marico has scaled up its presence to over 25 countries spread across emerging markets of Asia, Africa and Middle East.
Over the years, Marico has been recognised across various forums for its commitment to sustainability and accountability in business operations. Marico has been featured in the ‘LEADERSHIP’ category on the IFC-BSE-IiAS Indian Corporate Governance Scorecard as assessed by IiAS for 6 consecutive years. Marico was awarded the Economic Times Corporate Citizen of the year 2022 in recognition of its unwavering commitment towards adopting highest ESG standards and Marico is among the few Indian companies to be rated “AA” in MSCI’s ESG Ratings.
Marico ranked 6th among India's most sustainable companies with an A+ rating by SUSTAIN LABS PARIS in association with BW Businessworld and was awarded the Best CSR Practices award at Responsible Business Awards 2021. Marico is amongst India’s 5 Best Workplaces in FMCG as per Great Place to Work® Institute (India) and one of the 25 Most Desirable Companies To Work for across sectors, as per the Dare2Compete.
Mr. Gupta was ranked #4 and #47 in the FMCG sector and Pan-India respectively in the Business Today-PWC list of India’s Top 100 CEOs in 2017 and was ranked as ‘India’s Most Valuable CEOs’ by Businessworld in 2016 and 2018. He was recognised as the Best CEO - Private Sector at Forbes India Leadership Awards 2019. He was also featured in the top 100 Business Leaders List 2020 by Impact Digital Power 100 and in 2021. He was recognized as one of India’s best leaders in the times of crisis 2021 by Great Places to Work. Mr. Saugata Gupta was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award 2022 by Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. He was conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award E4M Indian Marketing Awards 2025 for his outstanding contribution to brand building, business transformation and marketing leadership.
Outside Marico, Mr. Saugata Gupta is on the Board of Ashok Leyland as Independent Director and a member of its Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee and ESG Committee. He was also associated with Delhivery as an Independent Director.
Mr. Gupta is an alumnus of IIM Bangalore and holds a chemical engineering degree from IIT Kharagpur.
Directorship in Other Entities
Sumitava Basu
Managing Director
Career Highlights
Mr. Sumitava Basu joined Marico Bangladesh Limited on December 31, 2023. With a robust 25-year career in the FMCG sector, he has demonstrated remarkable leadership and expertise in driving business growth and organizational transformation. His extensive experience spans top-tier companies like Heinz, Perfetti Van Melle, and Himalaya, with significant contributions in both domestic and international markets, including Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and India.
Sumitava Basu has a proven track record of leading businesses through seeding, development, and achieving market leadership. His strategic vision has been instrumental in transforming underperforming businesses into profitable entities. He possesses deep insights into the Bangladesh market, honed over 10 years in various strategic and operational roles. His tenure has been marked by substantial market share growth and brand development.
An empathetic leader, Sumitava has successfully built and coached high-performing teams. His efforts in employee engagement and development have fostered a culture of trust, accountability, and teamwork. He believes in empowering his team members and providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. This approach has resulted in high levels of employee satisfaction and retention, contributing to the overall success of the organizations he has led.
Sumitava has a strong background in enhancing operational efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and ensuring regulatory compliance. His commitment to long-term business sustainability is evident in his strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing operational processes and reducing the environmental footprint. He understands the importance of balancing business growth with sustainability, ensuring that the company remains compliant with all regulatory requirements while pursuing its growth objectives.
Sumitava Basu holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur and completed an Executive Program on Accounting & Finance for Non-Financial Managers from NUS, Singapore. His strong academic background provides a solid foundation for his professional expertise and strategic acumen. Beyond his professional life, Sumitava has a keen interest in sports, current affairs, and cosmology, reflecting his well-rounded personality and curiosity about the world around him.
Sumitava Basu's extensive experience and strategic acumen make him a pivotal leader in driving business growth and organizational excellence at Marico Bangladesh Limited. His commitment to operational efficiency, market leadership, and people development has propelled his teams and organizations towards greater success. Under his leadership, Marico is poised to achieve new heights of success and innovation in the FMCG sector.
With his background and leadership skills, Sumitava Basu is expected to significantly contribute to Marico Bangladesh Limited’s goals. His focus on operational efficiency and sustainable growth, coupled with his dedication to team development, positions the company for continued success and industry leadership. His appointment is seen as a strategic move that will likely drive Marico Bangladesh Limited towards achieving its ambitious business objectives.
Zakir Ahmed Khan
Independent Director
Career Highlights
Mr. Zakir Ahmed Khan inducted to the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited on September 22, 2020. He is a distinguished bureaucrat renowned for his exemplary service as the former Finance Secretary to the Government of Bangladesh. With an academic foundation rooted in Economics, Mr. Khan obtained his MA from the University of Dhaka and pursued further studies, earning an MBA from Vrije University, Brussels, Belgium. His quest for knowledge led him to delve into Development Economics and Administration at the Colorado State University as a Hubert Humphrey Fellow.
Before embarking on his illustrious bureaucratic journey, Mr. Khan briefly served as a Research Associate at the Bureau of Economic Research and as a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Dhaka. His academic prowess extended to the Department of Finance at the same institution, where he served as a part-time Lecturer.
Throughout his distinguished 40 year career in public service, Mr. Khan held pivotal roles within the Bangladesh Audit and Accounts Department, as well as in key Ministries such as Establishment, Finance, Commerce, and Cabinet Division. Notably, he served as Finance Secretary and Secretary of the Internal Resources Division, as well as Chairman of the National Board of Revenue for approximately five years.
Mr. Khan's expertise transcended national boundaries, as evidenced by his role as a senior national consultant in the public sector financial reform program of the Government of Bangladesh. He also served as an External Auditor to esteemed international organizations such as the United Nations, United Nations Development Programme, United Nations Fund for Population Activities, United Nations Industrial Development Organization, and United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America.
Prior to his retirement in early 2009, Mr. Khan contributed significantly to global governance as the Alternate Executive Director representing Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and Sri Lanka at the World Bank. In addition to his illustrious career in public service, Mr. Khan continues to contribute his expertise as Chairman of Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) and Pioneer Insurance Limited. He also serves as Director of the Policy Research Institute (PRI).
Directorship in Other Entities
Sheela Rubina Rahman
Independent Director
Career Highlights
Ms. Sheela Rubina Rahman joined the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited on June 05, 2022. She is a legal professional in Bangladesh, qualified as an Advocate in the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and was called to the Bar of England and Wales as a Barrister-at-law from London, England. She has experience as in-house counsel, litigator and arbitration counsel. With a rich and diverse background, she brings extensive experience from both the private sector, international organisations and non-governmental organisations.
Currently serving as the Director of Legal & Compliance at BRAC, a prominent civil society organization in Bangladesh, Ms. Rahman is in charge of general legal and compliance support for the organization, and its development activities and social enterprises, and overseas nationwide litigation management. In addition, she serves as an Independent Director on the Board of Apex Footwear Limited since January 2025.
Ms. Rahman's professional journey encompasses various roles, including serving as in-house legal counsel for a project finance company and a foreign bank. Her leadership skills were further honed as she led a law office, Maxima. Legal, rendering legal professional services on banking, corporate finance and commercial matters. She was also consultant to multilateral organisations, including International Finance Corporation (IFC), where she provided legal expert advisory services on corporate governance work and assessments for various types of enterprises in the South Asian region, complementing board oversight on environmental and social matters.
Ms. Rahman co-authored a comprehensive comparison of corporate governance laws in South Asia and a code of corporate governance published by the Bangladesh Enterprise Institute, reflecting her deep understanding and commitment to promoting best practices in corporate governance.
With her wealth of experience and dedication to upholding legal standards, Ms. Rahman continues to make significant contributions to the legal landscape of Bangladesh.
Pawan Agrawal
Nominee Director
Career Highlights
Pawan Agrawal has been serving as a Nominee Director on the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited since 2020. He is also the Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer - International Business at Marico. In addition to the role of Group CFO, Pawan assumed the role of CEO - International Business (Rest of South Asia and SE Asia) effective April 1, 2025, leading the business of Marico Southeast Asia and Marico Bangladesh.
Under his leadership, these businesses continued to deliver robust performance, driven by a strong innovation pipeline, new product launches, and consistent execution excellence. Pawan has played a key role in strengthening business fundamentals, enhancing operational discipline, and building organizational resilience, contributing to the sustained momentum of Marico’s international portfolio. Effective April 1, 2026, Pawan has taken over expanded responsibilities of leading the overall international business of Marico and has been designated as Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer - International Business.
As the Group CFO, Pawan is entrusted with the organization’s financial well-being, where he continues to play a key role in driving business growth, enhancing operational performance and supporting the development of long-term financial strategies. With an overall 25 years of experience, Pawan has worked across various finance verticals, including Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations, Taxation, Commercial and Corporate Governance functions.
Pawan joined Marico in 2004 as Regional Operations Manager for the South Sales Division in Hyderabad. Over the years, he has contributed extensively to several key areas in Finance and Business while handling scale & complexity. He has been instrumental in executing Marico's diversification strategy, notably facilitating the acquisitions of digital first brands such as Beardo, Just Herbs, True Elements, Plix, 4700BC and Cosmix.
Pawan was awarded CFO of the Year in the Consumer Sector category at the 3rd Edition of the CII CFO Excellence Awards 2023-24. Pawan was also felicitated with The Financial Express CFO of the year Award 2020, under the Large Enterprises Category in Manufacturing Sector. Under his leadership, Marico has been ranked in the ‘LEADERSHIP’ category on the IiAS Indian Corporate Governance Scorecard for six consecutive years and was awarded ‘Best Governed Company in Listed Segment: Medium Category’ at the 23rd ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2023.
Before joining Marico, Pawan worked with Eveready Industries (I) Limited for four years, focusing on Internal Audit and Sales Commercial functions. Pawan is a Chartered Accountant and holds a B.Com (Hons) degree from St. Xavier’s College, Calcutta.
Ashish Goupal
Nominee Director
Career Highlights
Ashish Goupal serves as the Nominee Director on the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited since 2018. He is also the Chief Executive Officer – India Core Business of Marico Limited, responsible for the integrated business structure in India across categories of Foods, Personal care and Skin care.
Prior to this, Ashish has led the company’s international operations across multiple geographies, including Bangladesh, South-East Asia, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), South Africa and Exports Markets. Within the Marico Group, he plays a pivotal role as a member of the Executive Committee and serves on the Board of Marico Bangladesh (MBL).
His journey with Marico began in 2006 when he joined Marico India as Area Sales Manager. Over the years, Ashish consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership and was subsequently appointed as the Managing Director of Marico Bangladesh Limited (MBL) in July 2018. Under his leadership MBL with listings on the Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchanges since 2009, has rapidly emerged as one of the most dynamic and fast-growing FMCG companies in Bangladesh. In February 2022, Ashish assumed the role of COO for the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) business, as well as New Country Development (NCD) business, in addition to his responsibilities in Bangladesh. In October 2023, Ashish assumed role of CEO International Business and was responsible for driving Marico’s business and people growth journey in international markets. Effective April 01, 2025, he has transitioned as the CEO- India Core Business.
Throughout his impressive 18+ years at Marico, Ashish excelled and delivered remarkable results in various domains, including Revenue Management, Brand Management, New Product Development, Trade Marketing, Shopper Marketing, and Demand Planning. He has successfully introduced new brands and spearheaded transformative initiatives in areas such as Business Transformation, Talent value proposition, Governance & Sustainability, and Cost Management.
Under Ashish's leadership, Marico Bangladesh achieved the significant milestone of crossing the 1000 Crores business mark. The company also earned numerous industry accolades for its outstanding brands, exemplary corporate governance, and contributions to corporate social responsibility in Bangladesh. He holds a degree from the Jamanalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and started his career as a management trainee with the global consumer durable leader, Samsung, in 2004. He has a combined experience of over 21 years.
Beyond his commitments at Marico, Ashish has held positions on the boards of prominent organizations, including the American School of Dhaka, FICCI Bangladesh, and the Indo-Bangla Chamber of Commerce, further exemplifying his dedication to community and industry involvement.
Directorship in Other Entities
Sumitava Basu
Managing Director
Career Highlights
Mr. Sumitava Basu joined Marico Bangladesh Limited on December 31, 2023. With a robust 25-year career in the FMCG sector, he has demonstrated remarkable leadership and expertise in driving business growth and organizational transformation. His extensive experience spans top-tier companies like Heinz, Perfetti Van Melle, and Himalaya, with significant contributions in both domestic and international markets, including Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and India.
Sumitava Basu has a proven track record of leading businesses through seeding, development, and achieving market leadership. His strategic vision has been instrumental in transforming underperforming businesses into profitable entities. He possesses deep insights into the Bangladesh market, honed over 10 years in various strategic and operational roles. His tenure has been marked by substantial market share growth and brand development.
An empathetic leader, Sumitava has successfully built and coached high-performing teams. His efforts in employee engagement and development have fostered a culture of trust, accountability, and teamwork. He believes in empowering his team members and providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. This approach has resulted in high levels of employee satisfaction and retention, contributing to the overall success of the organizations he has led.
Sumitava has a strong background in enhancing operational efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and ensuring regulatory compliance. His commitment to long-term business sustainability is evident in his strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing operational processes and reducing the environmental footprint. He understands the importance of balancing business growth with sustainability, ensuring that the company remains compliant with all regulatory requirements while pursuing its growth objectives.
Sumitava Basu holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur and completed an Executive Program on Accounting & Finance for Non-Financial Managers from NUS, Singapore. His strong academic background provides a solid foundation for his professional expertise and strategic acumen. Beyond his professional life, Sumitava has a keen interest in sports, current affairs, and cosmology, reflecting his well-rounded personality and curiosity about the world around him.
Sumitava Basu's extensive experience and strategic acumen make him a pivotal leader in driving business growth and organizational excellence at Marico Bangladesh Limited. His commitment to operational efficiency, market leadership, and people development has propelled his teams and organizations towards greater success. Under his leadership, Marico is poised to achieve new heights of success and innovation in the FMCG sector.
With his background and leadership skills, Sumitava Basu is expected to significantly contribute to Marico Bangladesh Limited’s goals. His focus on operational efficiency and sustainable growth, coupled with his dedication to team development, positions the company for continued success and industry leadership. His appointment is seen as a strategic move that will likely drive Marico Bangladesh Limited towards achieving its ambitious business objectives.
Zakir Ahmed Khan
Independent Director
Career Highlights
Mr. Zakir Ahmed Khan inducted to the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited on September 22, 2020. He is a distinguished bureaucrat renowned for his exemplary service as the former Finance Secretary to the Government of Bangladesh. With an academic foundation rooted in Economics, Mr. Khan obtained his MA from the University of Dhaka and pursued further studies, earning an MBA from Vrije University, Brussels, Belgium. His quest for knowledge led him to delve into Development Economics and Administration at the Colorado State University as a Hubert Humphrey Fellow.
Before embarking on his illustrious bureaucratic journey, Mr. Khan briefly served as a Research Associate at the Bureau of Economic Research and as a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Dhaka. His academic prowess extended to the Department of Finance at the same institution, where he served as a part-time Lecturer.
Throughout his distinguished 40 year career in public service, Mr. Khan held pivotal roles within the Bangladesh Audit and Accounts Department, as well as in key Ministries such as Establishment, Finance, Commerce, and Cabinet Division. Notably, he served as Finance Secretary and Secretary of the Internal Resources Division, as well as Chairman of the National Board of Revenue for approximately five years.
Mr. Khan's expertise transcended national boundaries, as evidenced by his role as a senior national consultant in the public sector financial reform program of the Government of Bangladesh. He also served as an External Auditor to esteemed international organizations such as the United Nations, United Nations Development Programme, United Nations Fund for Population Activities, United Nations Industrial Development Organization, and United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America.
Prior to his retirement in early 2009, Mr. Khan contributed significantly to global governance as the Alternate Executive Director representing Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and Sri Lanka at the World Bank. In addition to his illustrious career in public service, Mr. Khan continues to contribute his expertise as Chairman of Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) and Pioneer Insurance Limited. He also serves as Director of the Policy Research Institute (PRI).
Directorship in Other Entities
Sheela Rubina Rahman
Independent Director
Career Highlights
Ms. Sheela Rubina Rahman joined the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited on June 05, 2022. She is a legal professional in Bangladesh, qualified as an Advocate in the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and was called to the Bar of England and Wales as a Barrister-at-law from London, England. She has experience as in-house counsel, litigator and arbitration counsel. With a rich and diverse background, she brings extensive experience from both the private sector, international organisations and non-governmental organisations.
Currently serving as the Director of Legal & Compliance at BRAC, a prominent civil society organization in Bangladesh, Ms. Rahman is in charge of general legal and compliance support for the organization, and its development activities and social enterprises, and overseas nationwide litigation management. In addition, she serves as an Independent Director on the Board of Apex Footwear Limited since January 2025.
Ms. Rahman's professional journey encompasses various roles, including serving as in-house legal counsel for a project finance company and a foreign bank. Her leadership skills were further honed as she led a law office, Maxima. Legal, rendering legal professional services on banking, corporate finance and commercial matters. She was also consultant to multilateral organisations, including International Finance Corporation (IFC), where she provided legal expert advisory services on corporate governance work and assessments for various types of enterprises in the South Asian region, complementing board oversight on environmental and social matters.
Ms. Rahman co-authored a comprehensive comparison of corporate governance laws in South Asia and a code of corporate governance published by the Bangladesh Enterprise Institute, reflecting her deep understanding and commitment to promoting best practices in corporate governance.
With her wealth of experience and dedication to upholding legal standards, Ms. Rahman continues to make significant contributions to the legal landscape of Bangladesh.
Pawan Agrawal
Nominee Director
Career Highlights
Pawan Agrawal has been serving as a Nominee Director on the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited since 2020. He is also the Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer - International Business at Marico. In addition to the role of Group CFO, Pawan assumed the role of CEO - International Business (Rest of South Asia and SE Asia) effective April 1, 2025, leading the business of Marico Southeast Asia and Marico Bangladesh.
Under his leadership, these businesses continued to deliver robust performance, driven by a strong innovation pipeline, new product launches, and consistent execution excellence. Pawan has played a key role in strengthening business fundamentals, enhancing operational discipline, and building organizational resilience, contributing to the sustained momentum of Marico’s international portfolio. Effective April 1, 2026, Pawan has taken over expanded responsibilities of leading the overall international business of Marico and has been designated as Group CFO and Chief Executive Officer - International Business.
As the Group CFO, Pawan is entrusted with the organization’s financial well-being, where he continues to play a key role in driving business growth, enhancing operational performance and supporting the development of long-term financial strategies. With an overall 25 years of experience, Pawan has worked across various finance verticals, including Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations, Taxation, Commercial and Corporate Governance functions.
Pawan joined Marico in 2004 as Regional Operations Manager for the South Sales Division in Hyderabad. Over the years, he has contributed extensively to several key areas in Finance and Business while handling scale & complexity. He has been instrumental in executing Marico's diversification strategy, notably facilitating the acquisitions of digital first brands such as Beardo, Just Herbs, True Elements, Plix, 4700BC and Cosmix.
Pawan was awarded CFO of the Year in the Consumer Sector category at the 3rd Edition of the CII CFO Excellence Awards 2023-24. Pawan was also felicitated with The Financial Express CFO of the year Award 2020, under the Large Enterprises Category in Manufacturing Sector. Under his leadership, Marico has been ranked in the ‘LEADERSHIP’ category on the IiAS Indian Corporate Governance Scorecard for six consecutive years and was awarded ‘Best Governed Company in Listed Segment: Medium Category’ at the 23rd ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2023.
Before joining Marico, Pawan worked with Eveready Industries (I) Limited for four years, focusing on Internal Audit and Sales Commercial functions. Pawan is a Chartered Accountant and holds a B.Com (Hons) degree from St. Xavier’s College, Calcutta.
Ashish Goupal
Nominee Director
Career Highlights
Ashish Goupal serves as the Nominee Director on the Board of Marico Bangladesh Limited since 2018. He is also the Chief Executive Officer – India Core Business of Marico Limited, responsible for the integrated business structure in India across categories of Foods, Personal care and Skin care.
Prior to this, Ashish has led the company’s international operations across multiple geographies, including Bangladesh, South-East Asia, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), South Africa and Exports Markets. Within the Marico Group, he plays a pivotal role as a member of the Executive Committee and serves on the Board of Marico Bangladesh (MBL).
His journey with Marico began in 2006 when he joined Marico India as Area Sales Manager. Over the years, Ashish consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership and was subsequently appointed as the Managing Director of Marico Bangladesh Limited (MBL) in July 2018. Under his leadership MBL with listings on the Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchanges since 2009, has rapidly emerged as one of the most dynamic and fast-growing FMCG companies in Bangladesh. In February 2022, Ashish assumed the role of COO for the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) business, as well as New Country Development (NCD) business, in addition to his responsibilities in Bangladesh. In October 2023, Ashish assumed role of CEO International Business and was responsible for driving Marico’s business and people growth journey in international markets. Effective April 01, 2025, he has transitioned as the CEO- India Core Business.
Throughout his impressive 18+ years at Marico, Ashish excelled and delivered remarkable results in various domains, including Revenue Management, Brand Management, New Product Development, Trade Marketing, Shopper Marketing, and Demand Planning. He has successfully introduced new brands and spearheaded transformative initiatives in areas such as Business Transformation, Talent value proposition, Governance & Sustainability, and Cost Management.
Under Ashish's leadership, Marico Bangladesh achieved the significant milestone of crossing the 1000 Crores business mark. The company also earned numerous industry accolades for its outstanding brands, exemplary corporate governance, and contributions to corporate social responsibility in Bangladesh. He holds a degree from the Jamanalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and started his career as a management trainee with the global consumer durable leader, Samsung, in 2004. He has a combined experience of over 21 years.
Beyond his commitments at Marico, Ashish has held positions on the boards of prominent organizations, including the American School of Dhaka, FICCI Bangladesh, and the Indo-Bangla Chamber of Commerce, further exemplifying his dedication to community and industry involvement.
Directorship in Other Entities