Lubrizol Names Abhishek Shrivastava Managing Director for IMEA
Lubrizol has appointed Abhishek Shrivastava as the Managing Director for India, the Middle East, and Africa (IMEA). Abhishek will lead the company's efforts to drive growth in the region, with an emphasis on customer impact, local innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and talent development.
In his role as IMEA Managing Director, Abhishek will guide Lubrizol’s growth strategy by empowering local teams and promoting a local-for-local business approach. He will collaborate closely with both global and regional leadership to pinpoint market-specific opportunities. Additionally, he will enhance cooperation with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders across India, the Middle East, and Africa.
According to the company, Abhishek brings nearly two decades of experience to this position. His background includes business transformation, new business development, research and development, innovation, manufacturing technology, and quality management. Previously, he held the position of Vice President, Innovation and Decision Science at Lubrizol, where he led initiatives in developing innovation platforms, sustainable product solutions, and digital innovation capabilities.
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“Abhishek’s appointment underscores the strategic significance of the IMEA region for Lubrizol’s future,” stated Rebecca Liebert, President and CEO of Lubrizol.
“His extensive industry knowledge, technical skills, and capacity to align innovation with customer requirements make him the perfect candidate to enhance our presence and unlock the growth potential of the region,” Liebert continued.
Abhishek remarked, “India, the Middle East, and Africa represent vibrant areas rich with opportunities and extraordinary talent.
Lubrizol has a solid legacy in these markets, and we aim to promote localized innovation, regional partnerships, and impactful collaborations. As industries change, we will keep developing solutions that cater to local requirements and work closely with stakeholders to encourage growth.”
Previously, Lubrizol announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Arihant Innochem, a prominent distributor of specialty chemicals in the Health, Home, and Personal Care markets, to include its range of Nutraceutical ingredients. This strategic decision builds on a successful collaboration that has lasted over thirty years. The relationship with Arihant Innochem allows Lubrizol to enhance its health and wellness offerings in the Indian market.
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Jayesh Vithalani, Senior Manager, Regional Beauty & Home at Lubrizol, highlighted, “The alliance with Arihant Innochem merges Lubrizol’s expertise in high-performance, science-driven nutraceutical solutions that address consumers' changing needs with Arihant’s support and distribution frameworks, fostering ongoing growth in a swiftly expanding market.”