Reckitt, a consumer health and hygiene company, announced the appointment of Kanika Kalra as the Regional Marketing Director, Health & Nutrition at Reckitt - South Asia. Kanika has joined Reckitt from McKinsey & Company. She brings over 20 years of diverse experience in personal care, beauty, food and beverage, fashion, and E-Commerce among others.

As a regional marketing director, Kanika will be responsible for leading marketing strategies for Reckitt’s portfolio of health and nutrition brands across India and other South Asian markets.

Before McKinsey, Kanika worked with Snapdeal, Unilever in Personal Care, and Pepsico as well as GSK Consumer.

Commenting on Kanika’s appointment, Gaurav Jain, Executive Vice President, Reckitt – South Asia, said, “As the Indian consumer is ever evolving, Kanika’s proven ability and expertise will further help us lead our strategic marketing in a direction that meaningfully connects and resonates with our consumer base across markets.”

“I am excited about working with our portfolio of iconic brands and creating new experiences that address the deepest needs of our consumers, at a time when we are all resetting the way we think about our health and that of our family and community,” said Kanika.