Colgate Palmolive
Sustainability Lead APAC
Shashank is a sustainability professional with nearly 13 years of diverse experience in manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and consulting. Holding a mechanical engineering degree, he spent 3.5 years in manufacturing plants, gaining strong technical skills and a good understanding of manufacturing environments. Through a leadership program, he transitioned to marketing, acquiring 1.5 years of core marketing experience that positions him well to bridge the gap between supply chain and commercial discussions. Post his MBA, he entered sustainability consulting to refine his problem-solving skills. As a consultant, Shashank has worked with several government bodies, multilateral organizations, multinationals, and NGOs/non-profits and gained valuable insights into key sustainability topics like decarbonization, waste management, water, audits, regulatory landscapes, and sustainability reporting. He is a firm believer in building relationships and fostering collaboration to achieve shared sustainability goals. Above all, Shashank is a devoted father to a 4-year-old boy and striving to be the best father.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
– Connect with more like minded people
– More collaboration