Nigel Saldanha has been appointed as the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Prestige Ice Creams Pvt Ltd., bringing with him over two decades of rich global experience across the FMCG, consumer health, and consumer goods sectors. With a proven track record of driving brand growth, market expansion, and digital transformation, Nigel steps into this leadership role poised to strengthen Prestige Ice Creams’ strategic direction and market presence.
Nigel’s professional journey spans some of the most respected organizations in the industry. He most recently led the consumer health (OTC) marketing division at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, where he played a key role in shaping category growth and brand strategy. His earlier tenure as Director of Marketing – COE at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories further strengthened his expertise in brand building, consumer engagement, and marketing excellence across a large portfolio.
Before his work in healthcare, Nigel built a strong foundation in FMCG brand management through leadership roles at Emami Ltd., IFFCO, CavinKare, and Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting. At Emami, he served as Business Head, managing end-to-end portfolio responsibilities across iconic brands such as Zandu, BoroPlus, HE Deodorants, and Ayurvedic wellness extensions, contributing significantly to category expansion and digital-led brand building.
His global leadership experience deepened during his role as Global Head of Marketing at IFFCO, where he strengthened international brand strategies for Savannah, Royal Lather, Eva, and Guardex across MENAP and Eastern Europe. Earlier in his career, Nigel helped drive growth on high-impact Indian FMCG brands such as Santoor, Sweet ’n’ Healthy, Meera, Spinz, and Fairever, further sharpening his expertise in product development, consumer insights, and marketing innovation.
With extensive cross-functional leadership experience and a strong foundation built across Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Emami Ltd., IFFCO, CavinKare, Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting, and TNS India Pvt. Ltd., Nigel brings a dynamic blend of strategic vision and operational excellence. His appointment marks a significant milestone for Prestige Ice Creams Pvt. Ltd. as the company continues to scale its national presence and strengthen its brand portfolio.
As Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Nigel Saldanha is expected to lead transformative initiatives, enhance consumer engagement, and unlock new growth opportunities for Prestige Ice Creams Pvt. Ltd. His deep industry experience and passion for brand innovation position him as a valuable addition to the company’s leadership team.