Porsche India Names Ashutosh Dixit as Brand Director
Porsche India, part of Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited, has declared the appointment of Ashutosh Dixit as Brand Director for Porsche India, effective immediately.
Dixit has a notable career that includes experience from India, China, and Europe, accumulating over 28 years in the automotive sector, with almost twenty years spent at the Volkswagen Group. In his former position as Market Development Director at the Porsche regional office for the Middle East and Africa, he significantly influenced initiatives targeted at the Indian market.
Dixit replaces Manolito Vujicic, who has chosen to seek opportunities beyond the Group. Škoda Auto Volkswagen India recognized Vujicic’s guidance and impact throughout his time there.
Dr. Manfred Bräunl, Chief Executive Officer, Porsche Middle East and Africa says, “Ashutosh brings a deep understanding of both the Porsche brand and the Indian market to this role. His leadership experience across regions and functions makes him exceptionally well-positioned to guide Porsche India into its next phase. India continues to be an important market for us, and we are confident that under his leadership, the brand will further strengthen its presence and performance.”
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Piyush Arora, MD and CEO, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India, added, “We are delighted to welcome Ashutosh Dixit as the new Brand Director of Porsche India, who will further bolster the leadership team in India. Ashutosh is a familiar face within the Volkswagen Group, with his understanding of markets, customers, and the brand making him well-suited to lead Porsche India. I’m confident he will build on the progress Porsche has made in India and continue to strengthen the brand’s presence. This appointment is a testament to our unwavering focus on strengthening internal talent from within India.”
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Jan Bures, Executive Director of Sales, Marketing and Digital, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India says, “Ashutosh’s appointment marks an exciting chapter for Porsche in India. His proven ability to navigate diverse markets and lead with vision makes him the right person to drive our journey forward."
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"India is a dynamic and strategic market for us, and with Ashutosh at the helm, we look forward to building stronger connections with our customers and achieving new milestones,” adds Jan.