Combining Strategy and Character Empowering People

With a strong foundation in trichology and product development, Rochelle Chhabra brings over 25 years of experience in the beauty and professional haircare industry and has played an important role in strengthening Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd.’s professional beauty portfolio while driving innovation across hair colour and care categories. A qualified pharmacist by education, she has been closely associated with the development and growth of iconic brands such as Vasmol Kali Mehendi and the Streax range of hair colours, contributing to product innovation and consumer-centric solutions over the years.

Over the years, Rochelle has contributed significantly to the growth of Streax Professional by building a strong salon-focused ecosystem centred around education, innovation, and industry collaboration. Under her leadership, the brand has introduced trend-led collections such as Spectrum and Evoque, designed to bring global hair fashion trends closer to Indian salon professionals and consumers.

A strong advocate of skill development, she has led several education initiatives, including Artistic Colour Training programs and large-scale showcases, helping train and upskill over 200,000 stylists and beauty professionals. She continues to focus on enhancing product innovation, strengthening salon partnerships, and supporting the evolving needs of the professional beauty industry.

Passionate about skill development, she has led several education initiatives, including Artistic Colour Training programs and large-scale showcases, collectively helping train and upskill over 200,000 stylists and beauty professionals. A certified Independent Director on Boards (KPMG), Rochelle also co-founded the Women Leadership Circle, supporting initiatives that encourage and empower women leaders.
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Sabu C. Abraham is a seasoned corporate professional with over 30 years of extensive experience across legal affairs, compliance management, corporate governance, administration, and intellectual property rights (IPR). Associated with Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL) since 2000, he has played a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s governance and compliance framework while supporting its evolving business needs.

As the Head – Legal & Compliance, Sabu oversees a wide spectrum of responsibilities including legal and regulatory compliance, contract management, IP asset protection, product and packaging compliance, advertisement self-regulation, corporate administration, and governance-related functions. His expertise also extends to project management and operational support, enabling seamless coordination across functions.

Over the years, he has been instrumental in building robust systems and processes that ensure regulatory adherence, operational efficiency, and sustainable business practices. Known for his practical approach, balanced judgment, and deep understanding of corporate and operational dynamics, Sabu continues to contribute significantly to HRIPL’s growth journey and organizational excellence.

Mr. Amol Lovalekar is the Senior Vice President – Supply Chain & Manufacturing at Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL), where he leads the company’s end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing operations. With over two decades of experience across leading multinational and Indian organizations, he brings deep expertise in planning, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain transformation.

A Mechanical Engineering graduate with a PGDIE from National Institute of Industrial Engineering (now IIM Mumbai), Amol has held leadership roles at renowned companies including Hindustan Unilever, Colgate-Palmolive, Tata Motors, TVS Motor Company, and DHL.

Throughout his career, he has successfully led large-scale manufacturing operations, nationwide planning functions, customer service and logistics, network design, and digital transformation initiatives. His expertise spans Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), contract manufacturing, lean operations, warehousing, transportation, and process excellence.

Known for his strategic and operational leadership, Amol has consistently driven efficiency, capability building, and sustainable growth across complex supply chain ecosystems.

Mr. Manish Sharma is the Senior Vice President – Sales at Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL), where he leads the sales function for the company’s prominent haircare and personal care brands including Streax, Vasmol, and Florozone. With over two decades of experience across leading Fortune 500 FMCG organizations, he brings deep expertise in sales leadership, distribution strategy, business transformation, and market expansion.

An alumnus of IIM Bangalore and Punjab Engineering College, Manish has held key leadership roles at globally renowned companies, including Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Colgate-Palmolive, Gillette, and Philip Morris International.

Throughout his career, he has successfully led large-scale businesses, driven accelerated growth across categories and channels, and built high-performing teams across India. Known for his strategic mindset and execution excellence, Manish has consistently delivered impactful business results in highly competitive and evolving markets.

Ms. Priyancka Puri is the Senior Vice President – Marketing at Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL), where she leads the marketing vision for the company’s portfolio of leading beauty and personal care brands. With over two decades of experience across consumer and expert categories, she has played a pivotal role in building brands, driving business growth, and shaping impactful consumer narratives.

Before joining HRIPL, Priyancka held leadership positions at globally reputed organisations, including Marico, Godrej, Abbott, and Whirlpool Corporation. Throughout her career, she has successfully led brand transformations, innovation launches, and digital-first initiatives that strengthened market presence and consumer engagement.

Known for combining strategic thinking with creativity and consumer insight, Priyancka brings a balanced approach to long-term brand building and business performance. Her leadership style is defined by innovation, collaboration, and a deep understanding of evolving consumer trends.

She holds a management degree from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies and a B. Tech degree in Electronics & Communication from Punjab Technical University.

Saloni Sharma is a seasoned HR leader with over 17 years of experience across leading FMCG organizations and high-growth startups. As the Head of Human Resources at HRIPL, she leads the company’s people strategy with a strong focus on building a future-ready, inclusive, and high-performing organization.

Prior to joining HRIPL, Saloni held leadership roles at LEAD School, India’s first EdTech unicorn, and Godrej Consumer Products Ltd., where she drove impactful initiatives across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Business Partnering. She has successfully led people strategies for large and diverse teams, while championing employee engagement, leadership development, organizational transformation, and diversity & inclusion.

A Chartered Accountant and an MBA in Human Resources from SCMHRD, Saloni brings a unique blend of business acumen and people expertise. Her approach combines strategic thinking with a deep passion for nurturing talent, fostering collaboration, and building strong workplace cultures.

Rohit Gupta leads the Finance, IT, and Infrastructure functions at Hygienic Research Institute (HRIPL), bringing over a decade of experience in financial strategy, governance, and business operations. In his role, he is responsible for driving financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, while ensuring strong compliance and fiscal discipline across the organization.

Rohit has been instrumental in strengthening financial systems, enhancing reporting frameworks, and enabling data-driven decision-making to support HRI’s growth ambitions. His strategic approach and attention to detail make him a trusted partner to the leadership team.

In addition to finance, Rohit oversees the IT and Infrastructure verticals, playing a key role in advancing digital transformation and building scalable operational capabilities. From implementing technology-led solutions to optimizing infrastructure across offices and manufacturing units, he ensures that the organization remains agile, efficient, and future-ready.

Rohit is a Chartered Accountant, with a collaborative mindset and a focus on continuous improvement, he continues to drive operational excellence and contribute to HRI’s sustained growth journey.

Mr. Rizwan Ahmad is the Vice President – Professional Division (Sales) at Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL), where he leads the sales function for the company’s professional salon business and plays a key role in strengthening the presence of Streax Professional across India and the Indian subcontinent. 

With nearly three decades of experience in the beauty industry, Rizwan brings deep expertise in salon business development, professional haircare, and industry relationship management. At HRIPL, Rizwan has been instrumental in building strong partnerships with salon professionals and expanding the brand’s professional footprint. Known for his grounded leadership style and strong understanding of the salon ecosystem, he remains deeply committed to empowering hairdressers through education, innovation, and industry knowledge, while helping salons enhance customer experience and business growth.

Having been associated with the beauty industry since 1995, Rizwan has witnessed the transformation of India’s professional beauty landscape — from the emergence of science-led formulations to the growing demand for fashion-forward hair colour and premium salon experiences. Before joining HRIPL in 2010, he worked across international markets and led beauty brands, gaining extensive exposure to evolving consumer and salon trends.

As the Managing Director & CEO of Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd., Dheeraj Arora leads the company’s vision of building future-ready beauty brands driven by innovation, consumer insight, and sustainable growth. With over two decades of experience in the FMCG industry, he brings deep expertise across General Management, Sales & Customer Development, Modern Trade, and eCommerce, having held leadership roles at global organisations including Hindustan Unilever and Britannia Industries across India and Developing & Emerging markets.

Before joining HRI, Dheeraj played a significant role in shaping modern trade and organised retail growth at Unilever. He was instrumental in driving transformative initiatives, including the landmark ‘Winning in Many Indias’ strategy that enabled highly localised business models across diverse Indian markets.

An engineer by qualification, Dheeraj holds an MBA in Sales & Marketing from MDI Gurgaon and a Certification on Digital Strategy Program at INSEAD. His leadership philosophy combines a strong data-driven approach with a deeply human perspective, believing in the philosophy of ‘Butterfly Effect’—the belief that every small action contributes to a larger impact, a principle he ardently follows in business and leadership. Under his leadership, HRI continues to strengthen its position as one of India’s leading beauty and personal care companies, focused on innovation, agility, and consumer-centric growth.

Dheeraj has also been recognised with prestigious industry honours, including the ‘Most Influential eCommerce Professional & Business Icon of the Year 2023’ and ‘The Extraordinaire – Most Powerful CEO’ award in 2024. He is also an esteemed member of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) - FMCG, further reinforcing his standing as an industry leader.