Mahendra Barve

Mahendra Barve possesses extensive experience in product development and innovation within the food and beverage sector. As the Vice President of Product Development at ITC Limited, Mahendra oversees key initiatives driving growth. Previously, Mahendra held significant roles at PepsiCo, including Associate Director and Vice President of New Tech Development, where responsibilities included spearheading technological advancements. Mahendra's career also includes tenure at Nestlé, serving as Sr. Manager & Head of Chocolates and Confectionery Innovation & Renovation, and as QA & Production Officer for Coffee & Beverages, demonstrating a robust background in quality assurance and production management.