MUMBAI, INDIA (January 05, 2024) –Luigi Mirri was appointed general manager of India by The Hershey brand, a multinational food brand, on January 1. Luigi will now have an extra duty in addition to his present role as general manager of APAC.
Currently serving as general manager for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions, Luigi ensures that his team stays customer-focused while skillfully integrating many business units into a single, cohesive region.
Luigi was located in India and worked for another confection company before joining The Hershey Company five years ago. There, he held important leadership roles and devoted a significant amount of his time to business operations.
Notably, he was instrumental in stabilising Hershey Korea, set Hershey Philippines and Thailand on a multi-year double-digit growth trajectory, and led the brand’s expansion into important markets like Australia. He also cultivated a strong relationship with 7-Eleven convenience stores.
“Both India and APAC play crucial roles in shaping our company’s future. Our business in India, in particular, is growing, and is a strategically important market for the future. Luigi’s outstanding track record in steering growth for large enterprises, driving profitability, and turnarounds, will guide his leadership as we continue to tap our desired growth and unlock new potential,” said Rohit Grover, President, International The Hershey Company.
“I’m looking forward to embracing my new role and the opportunity it brings, including my return to India which is a key focus for Hershey,” said Luigi