United Spirits Limited Appoints Amitabh Pande as Chief Strategy Officer
United Spirits Limited has approved the elevation of Mr. Amitabh Pande to the position of Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). The appointment, which falls under the category of Senior Management Personnel (SMP), will see Mr. Pande reporting directly to Mr. Praveen Someshwar, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer.The board of directors approved the move following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Mr. Amitabh Pande’s new role will be effective from June 1, 2026.
Mr. Pande is described as a seasoned professional with 27 years of comprehensive experience across consumer strategy, insights, marketing, and business planning within multinational organizations.
Since 2021, Mr. Pande has been associated with Diageo India, where he has been leading consumer planning, strategy, and digital transformation. His previous senior leadership tenures include roles at IKEA and PepsiCo.
For a detailed profile, the following information was provided:
| Area of Expertise | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Length | 27 years |
| Domain Expertise | Consumer strategy, insights, marketing, and business planning across multinational organizations. |
| Current Association | With Diageo India since 2021, leading consumer planning, strategy, and digital transformation. |
| Prior Leadership Roles | IKEA and PepsiCo. |
| Education (MBA) | Marketing from Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development. |
| Education (Bachelor's) | Economics (Honours) from Hindu College, University of Delhi. |
The board approval for this change in designation formalizes Mr. Pande's role as the company's Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 1, 2026.
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