Odgers Berndtson, a global executive search firm, has announced the appointment of Kaushik DasGupta as the new Lead of Consumer & Retail Practice across the Asia-Pacific region.
Kaushik has been a part of Odgers Berndtson since 2020 as a Partner, focussing on Consumer, Media, and Retail sectors. With over 20 years of experience in executive search, he has successfully led CXO-level mandates across industries including FMCG, Consumer Durables, Media, and Retail.
In his new role as Partner & Lead for APAC, he will now be responsible for shaping and scaling the Consumer & Retail Practice throughout the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on client engagement, enhancing market reach, and building long-term partnerships.
“The consumer sector is a key focus as part of our growth plan in APAC. Kaushik’s industry expertise and deep understanding of the consumer landscape will not only enhance our capabilities but also accelerate our growth trajectory in the region,” said Mark Braithwaite, Managing Director APAC at Odgers Berndtson.
“Kaushik’s leadership has been instrumental in building the consumer practice of Odgers Berndtson in India. His enhanced role testifies to our capabilities in the APAC region and will accelerate our expansion.” said Dr. Prasad Medury, Managing Director India, Odgers Berndtson.
Kaushik DasGupta said, “I am truly excited about this opportunity. The consumer and retail sector in Asia-Pacific is undergoing a dynamic phase, with significant momentum, innovation and transformation across all areas. I look forward to working closely with our clients and our teams across the region, to help shape leadership teams that drive exponential growth for their brands.”
