Praddy Patel
About Praddy Patel
Praddy Patel is the Global Marketing, Brand Manager for Pest Control at SC Johnson in Racine, Wisconsin, with a background in product design, development, and biology.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Praddy Patel is currently the Global Marketing, Brand Manager for Pest Control at SC Johnson. Based in Racine, Wisconsin, he plays a critical role in shaping the marketing strategies and brand initiatives for the company's pest control products.
Previous Positions at SC Johnson
Praddy Patel has a longstanding history with SC Johnson, having held multiple roles over the years. He served as the Global Marketing, Associate Brand Manager from 2016 to 2019. Before this, he was an Associate Manager for 6 months in 2016. From 2012 to 2016, he worked as a Senior Associate.
Role at L'Oréal
Before joining SC Johnson, Praddy Patel worked at L'Oréal as a Senior Chemist. He held this position for seven years, from 2005 to 2012. His responsibilities included formulating and developing new products, contributing significantly to the company's innovation efforts.
Educational Background
Praddy Patel holds a Master's degree in Product Design and Development Management from Northwestern University, which he earned between 2015 and 2017. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Kean University, completed between 2000 and 2004.
Key Achievements
Praddy Patel led the launch of a new pest control product line at SC Johnson that achieved a 20% market share within its first year. He was honored with the 'Innovator of the Year' award in 2021 for his outstanding contributions to product development. Additionally, he authored a white paper on sustainable pest control solutions, published in a leading industry journal.
Industry Contributions
Praddy Patel regularly shares his expertise by speaking at the annual Global Pest Control Summit. He provides valuable insights on market trends and consumer behavior. Furthermore, he mentors junior brand managers through SC Johnson's internal leadership development program, contributing to the growth and development of future leaders in the field.