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Colgate-Palmolive Appoints Mafla Mudgal as Senior Director – India Modern Trade
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Colgate-Palmolive has appointed Mafla Mudgal as Senior Director – India Modern Trade, reinforcing its retail leadership as the company continues investing in India's fast-growing modern trade and omnichannel ecosystem.
The appointment marks Mafla's return to India following a successful leadership assignment with the company's UK & Ireland business.
Returning to Lead India's Modern Trade Business
Announcing the move on LinkedIn, Mafla shared her excitement about returning to India to lead the company's modern trade business.
Reflecting on the past three years in the UK and Ireland, she described the experience as a valuable opportunity to navigate one of the world's most advanced retail markets, gaining deep expertise in retail execution while contributing to several successful business initiatives.
She expressed gratitude to her colleagues across the UK and Ireland for their support and the experiences that shaped her leadership journey.
Driving Growth Across India's Retail Landscape
As Senior Director – India Modern Trade, Mafla will lead Colgate-Palmolive's modern trade strategy across India, supporting growth in one of the world's fastest-evolving retail markets.
She highlighted the rapid expansion of omnichannel shopping, changing consumer preferences, and increasing premiumization as key trends shaping the future of India's retail sector.
Working closely with internal teams and retail partners, Mafla will focus on strengthening execution and delivering continued growth across the company's modern trade business.
Looking Ahead
Mafla's appointment reflects Colgate-Palmolive's continued investment in strengthening its leadership as India's retail landscape evolves through digital commerce, organized retail expansion, and changing consumer behavior.
Her international experience and deep understanding of modern retail position her to help accelerate the company's growth across one of its most strategically important markets.
About Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer products company specializing in oral care, personal care, home care, and pet nutrition. Operating in more than 200 countries and territories, the company serves consumers through a portfolio of trusted brands while continuing to expand its presence across modern retail and digital commerce channels.