Shalimar Paints has appointed C Venugopal as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic move reflects the company’s commitment to driving growth and reinforcing its dedication to innovation, customer satisfaction, and unparalleled quality.
Venugopal, a seasoned leader with 30 years of experience, excels in driving profitability and growth through strategic marketing and operational expertise. He leads initiatives for a more focused, sustainable business model in line with Shalimar 2.0’s vision of becoming a tech-driven organization, setting new industry standards.
“We are delighted to welcome Mr. Venugopal, a dynamic, values-driven business leader with a diverse experience, as the COO of Shalimar Paints. With his depth of expertise in strategic capabilities, operational effectiveness, and a strong track record in both developed and developing markets, we are confident that he will deliver excellence and innovation at scale for the benefit of all stakeholders,” said Aaditya Sharda, Co-founder of Infra.Market and Director on the board of Shalimar Paints Ltd.
Before joining Shalimar Paints Ltd., Mr. Venugopal held pivotal roles at Morton Foods Ltd., Umang Diaries Ltd., Nippon Paints India, and Kansai Nerolac Paints, leaving a lasting impact. He has also made noteworthy contributions at companies including Godrej Sara Lee, Reckitt Benckiser, CavinKare, Cussons India Pvt Ltd and Pepsi Foods Ltd. Renowned for his innovative drive, vision, and ability to drive transformative change, he is widely regarded as a persistent innovator and team motivator.
C Venugopal, COO, Shalimar Paints Ltd. said, “I am thrilled to take on the leadership position at Shalimar Paints, a company with a rich legacy that continues to meet the needs of today’s rapidly evolving consumers. My focus will remain on enhancing business performance and foster growth through technology-driven services and innovations. Together with the talented team, I am eager to navigate the progressing landscape and propel the company to new heights of success.”
Shalimar Paints excels with a wide range of innovative paints and coatings, aiming to exceed national standards by introducing international-level products through upgraded facilities.