Vadilal Industries has named Himanshu Kanwar as its Chief Executive Officer, effective September 29, 2025. His appointment marks a historic shift for the company, as he becomes the first non-family CEO in its long legacy. The move underscores Vadilal’s commitment to professional leadership and future-focused growth in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
Kanwar brings over two decades of experience in FMCG and consumer businesses, having worked with leading organizations such as Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and high-growth startups. During his tenure at HUL, he played a pivotal role in expanding the ice cream portfolio through innovations and acquisitions, and later served as Global Brand Director for South Asia Haircare.
Most recently, Kanwar was General Manager at XTO10X, where he advised and mentored emerging ventures across beauty, food, fintech, and OTT. His expertise in scaling digital-first businesses positions him well to guide Vadilal’s next phase of growth.
With a career that blends traditional brand-building with digital fluency, Kanwar is expected to drive innovation, strengthen market presence, and create long-term sustainable value for the frozen desserts and ice cream major.
The appointment signals Vadilal Industries’ ambition to modernize its brand strategy, accelerate growth, and reinforce its competitive edge in the dynamic frozen foods market.
