Rajiv Rajgopal is a seasoned business leader with over three decades of experience spanning the paints and coatings, FMCG, telecommunications, and lubricants sectors. Currently serving as the Joint Managing Director & CEO of JSW Dulux, Rajiv Rajgopal is responsible for driving the company’s growth, innovation, market expansion, and customer-centric business strategy in one of India’s most competitive consumer industries.
Widely recognized for his expertise in general management, sales and marketing, business operations, and organizational transformation, Rajiv Rajgopal has built a distinguished career leading high-performance teams and delivering sustainable business growth across global and Indian markets. His leadership combines strategic vision with execution excellence, enabling organizations to strengthen market presence, accelerate profitability, and build strong customer-focused brands.
Prior to joining JSW Dulux, Rajiv Rajgopal served in several senior leadership positions at AkzoNobel, including Managing Director of Akzo Nobel India Limited and Regional Director for Performance Coatings across the Middle East and Africa. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in business expansion, portfolio growth, and organizational transformation while also serving on the boards of multiple international group companies.
Before AkzoNobel, Rajiv Rajgopal held leadership roles at Bharti Airtel, Hindustan Unilever Limited, and Castrol India, gaining extensive experience across consumer products, telecommunications, and industrial businesses.
A Chemical Engineer from the University of Mumbai and an MMS in Marketing from S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, Rajiv Rajgopal is widely respected for his ability to build winning teams, drive business transformation, and create long-term value through innovation, operational excellence, and customer-focused leadership.
