Investment group L Catterton has designated Vikram Kumaraswamy as partner and joint leader of its operations in India.
In a strategic move, consumer-focused investment firm L Catterton has appointed Vikram Kumaraswamy as partner and co-head of India. This appointment strengthens L Catterton's capabilities in Asia, with Kumaraswamy bringing substantial investment experience and operating knowledge to the table.
Kumaraswamy's impressive background includes a significant role within the Unilever PLC Group, where he led strategic capital allocation, portfolio development, corporate strategy, deal sourcing, and execution. He oversaw investments and divestments worth around $15 billion, focusing on both established and disruptive business models aligned with Unilever's priorities.
Scott Chen, Asia managing partner at L Catterton, emphasised Kumaraswamy's complementary skills to current leaders Sanjiv and Anjana in strengthening the firm's capabilities in Asia. Another senior figure, Sasidharan, highlighted the growth potential in India's consumer market and how Kumaraswamy's experience amplifies L Catterton’s sector expertise.
The appointment of Kumaraswamy marks a seasoned executive transitioning from Unilever’s strategic functions to a leadership role focused on consumer investments at L Catterton. This move underscores L Catterton's commitment to the Indian market and its potential for growth.
Meanwhile, the firm has also launched a mobile app, providing a convenient way for users to access industry news and trends in real-time. The app offers features such as saving favourite articles, a newsletter delivering content to the subscriber's inbox, and a community of over 2 million industry professionals.
With this app, staying updated on the latest industry news and trends has never been easier. Whether you're on the go or at your desk, you can now access the app's content on your smartphone. Subscribing to the newsletter also provides you with the latest insights and analysis.
The app is available for download on the article's website, with links also provided for Telegram, Facebook, and to copy the link. The article was published on July 24, 2025, at 03:05 PM IST.
[1] Unilever's Veteran Executive Joins L Catterton [2] L Catterton Strengthens Asian Presence with App Launch [3] India's Consumer Market Amplified by L Catterton's App [4] From Unilever to L Catterton: Vikram Kumaraswamy's Journey
- The strategic appointment of Vikram Kumaraswamy, a seasoned executive from Unilever, as partner and co-head of India at L Catterton signifies the firm's commitment to the Indian market and its potential for growth.
- With the launch of a mobile app, L Catterton aims to provide users with real-time industry news and trends, enabling them to stay updated on consumer trends and investing opportunities in business and finance.
- The shift from Unilever's strategic functions to a leadership role in consumer investments at L Catterton amplifies India's consumer market, leveraging Vikram Kumaraswamy's extensive experience in investment, advertising, and business strategy.
