Recently, packaged food company Unibic Foods announced the appointment of Naveen Pandey as its Chief Executive Officer. He will be accountable for leading the calculated direction and growth journey of the company.

An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, Naveen had past stints with companies such as PepsiCo and Asian Paints. His last assignment before joining Unibic was as the Head of Marico’s New Foods’ Business Unit.

“We believe that the experience Naveen brings to the table would bolster Unibic’s already impressive track record of delivering innovative products and help drive the company into a linear growth trajectory. He will contribute to develop strategic alliances and expand Unibic’s presence in India and in international markets,” said, Sandeep Reddy, Chairman of Board of Directors, Unibic.

Having kicked off in association with Unibic Australia in 2004, the company became a 100 percent sovereign Indian entity in 2012, backed by investments from Peepul Capital. The company has a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, which is the largest wire-cut cookie manufacturer in India. It also undertakes private label manufacturing for notable brands.