Mr. Shashvat Somany takes up the role of Joint Managing Director at Hindware Limited with effect from today. In this role, he will lead the Company’s Bathware and Pipes businesses, strengthening their market position, sharpening execution and creating long-term value.
Mr. Shashvat Somany began his career in consulting advising clients across the consumer, industrial and telecommunication sectors. He then joined Somany Impresa Group, where, as Head of Strategy, he led transformation and operational excellence across the Group’s businesses. He is also the founder of Tattva, the Group’s corporate venture capital platform, which works at the intersection of startups, industry, deep tech and innovation. Mr. Shashvat Somany holds an MBA in Technology and Analytics from London Business School and a BA in Economics and also in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Mr. Sandip Somany, Chairman and Managing Director, Hindware Limited, said: “Hindware stands on a strong foundation of trust and quality, and the next phase is about building on it with greater ambition. As the industry evolves, we see significant scope to create new avenues for growth and play a defining role in the category. Shashvat has worked across the Group’s businesses, and his data-driven, innovation-led approach will help enhance performance and nurture our relationships with stakeholders. This appointment also reflects the Group’s long-term commitment to Hindware. I am delighted to welcome him to this role and look forward to working closely with him as we take the company forward.”
Mr. Shashvat Somany, Joint Managing Director, Hindware Limited, said: “I am honoured to take on this responsibility at Hindware and look forward to leading the next phase of our growth. The Bathware business has an iconic legacy, and there is an exciting opportunity to build on that heritage while continuing to evolve the portfolio around changing consumer lifestyles and aspirations. Anchored by state-of-the-art manufacturing plants and an established reputation for quality, our Pipes business is geared for strong, profitable growth. Going forward, my focus will be on sharpening execution, evolving our business practices and bringing greater agility and innovation into the way we operate, while translating the strengths of each business into consistent performance.”