Harnish Pawani
About Harnish Pawani
Harnish Pawani is a Senior Brand Manager at Brown-Forman, specializing in the MENA local economy. With extensive experience in brand management across various companies, he has contributed significantly to brand growth and market penetration in the region since 2019.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Harnish Pawani serves as the Senior Brand Manager for the Mena Local Economy at Brown-Forman. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to brand growth and market penetration in the MENA domestic markets. His role involves developing and executing brand strategies tailored to local economic conditions.
Previous Experience in Brand Management
Prior to his current role, Harnish Pawani worked at MMI - Maritime and Mercantile International as a Senior Brand Manager for the Brown-Forman Portfolio from 2014 to 2015. He also served as a Marketing Manager for International Strategic Markets at MMI from 2017 to 2019. His experience includes managing brand strategies across various markets.
Career Background in Diageo
Harnish Pawani has a significant history with Diageo, where he held multiple roles. He began as a Digital Marketing Manager at Diageo India Ltd from 2006 to 2009, then transitioned to Brand Manager for the Whisky Category at Diageo MENA from 2012 to 2013. He later worked as an Innovation Project Manager at Diageo MENA for five months in 2012 and as Retail Marketing Manager at Diageo GTME Pte Ltd from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Harnish Pawani studied at S.I.E.S College of Commerce and Economics, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from 1998 to 2001. He furthered his education at K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, obtaining a Masters of Management Studies/Masters of Business Administration from 2001 to 2003. His foundational education was completed at Indian School Muscat from 1985 to 1998.
Expertise in Marketing and Brand Strategy
Harnish Pawani possesses extensive experience in managing brand strategies, particularly in the MENA region. His expertise encompasses both the FMCG and hospitality industries, with a strong focus on digital marketing and customer relationship management (CRM). He has demonstrated proficiency in driving brand initiatives that align with local market dynamics.