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A CEO’s Brew Stirred with Passion, Purpose and Humbition

A CEO’s Brew Stirred with Passion, Purpose and Humbition

My Unilever Journey to Creating Over $60 Billion Value

Sanjiv Mehta
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Sanjiv Mehta began his career at Union Carbide India Ltd following the tragic Bhopal Gas disaster. He later joined Hindustan Lever (now Hindustan Unilever Limited) in 1998, initially leading operations. By early 2002, he had risen to the position of Chairman, overseeing Unilever Bangladesh. His vision and strategic acumen led him to manage territories in the Philippines, North Africa, and the Middle East. In 2013, he became the Chairman and Managing Director of HUL. Under his leadership, HUL’s market capitalization grew significantly, making it one of India’s top five most valuable companies. From a middle-class Indian upbringing to leading one of the world’s most valuable consumer goods companies, Sanjiv Mehta’s three-decade career offers a wealth of leadership lessons that bridge legacy and innovation.
Held with some career defining moments, A CEO’S Brew is a must-read memoir for aspiring leaders.

Imprint: Penguin Business

Published: Jan/2026

ISBN: 9780143473091

Length : 392 Pages

MRP : ₹799.00

A CEO’s Brew Stirred with Passion, Purpose and Humbition

My Unilever Journey to Creating Over $60 Billion Value

Sanjiv Mehta

Sanjiv Mehta began his career at Union Carbide India Ltd following the tragic Bhopal Gas disaster. He later joined Hindustan Lever (now Hindustan Unilever Limited) in 1998, initially leading operations. By early 2002, he had risen to the position of Chairman, overseeing Unilever Bangladesh. His vision and strategic acumen led him to manage territories in the Philippines, North Africa, and the Middle East. In 2013, he became the Chairman and Managing Director of HUL. Under his leadership, HUL’s market capitalization grew significantly, making it one of India’s top five most valuable companies. From a middle-class Indian upbringing to leading one of the world’s most valuable consumer goods companies, Sanjiv Mehta’s three-decade career offers a wealth of leadership lessons that bridge legacy and innovation.
Held with some career defining moments, A CEO’S Brew is a must-read memoir for aspiring leaders.

Buying Options
Paperback / Hardback

Sanjiv Mehta

Sanjiv Mehta is a business leader who led Hindustan Unilever Limited for a decade, shaping it into one of India’s most valuable companies. He is known for driving growth with purpose, championing sustainability, women’s empowerment, and rural entrepreneurship. After serving on several global and Indian boards, he began a new chapter in 2024 as Executive Chairman, India, at L Catterton.

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