Gopal Chakarapani is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in market intelligence, sales, and marketing within the consumer packaged goods sector. Currently serving as the Country Manager for India at Innova Market Insights since January 2021, Gopal oversees operations focused on food and beverage and personal care industries. Prior to this role, Gopal was the Sales & Marketing Lead - Global at Giract, where responsibilities included managing consulting project sales, developing strategies for key accounts, and leading targeted marketing campaigns. Gopal's earlier positions include Global Marketing Manager at Firstmr Business Analytics, Market Research Analyst at Infiniti Research, and Research Analyst at MarketsandMarkets. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Marketing from Anna University Chennai and a Master's degree in Biomedical Genetics from the University of Madras.