Priya Barve joins WPP as India Client Head for Hindustan Unilever

Priya Barve has been appointed as India’s client head for Hindustan Unilever Limited at WPP. With a distinguished career spanning leadership roles at Google, Mondelez, and Leo Burnett across the Asia Pacific region, Barve brings a wealth of experience to her new position.

Barve's expertise lies in managing global brands and platforms, steering product development, crafting marketing strategies, and spearheading advertising campaigns. Her extensive background encompasses diverse perspectives on communications and media, derived from her experiences on both the agency and client sides, as well as collaborations with tech platforms.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Barve is renowned for her passion for food and cooking. Notably, she showcased her culinary talents on MasterChef Asia in 2015 and currently hosts a dining experience with her husband, highlighting regional Indian cuisine.

Moreover, Barve actively engages in social sector initiatives, lending her expertise to program design, fundraising, and communications efforts. Her commitment to social impact was further underscored by her recent completion of the 'Women on Boards for Social Impact' course offered by ISDM x Dasra.

Barve's multifaceted background and dedication to excellence make her a valuable addition to WPP's team, poised to drive innovative strategies and elevate Hindustan Unilever Limited's brand presence in the Indian market.