The appointment reinforces Knauf India’s strategic focus on brand visibility, stakeholder engagement, and accelerated market growth
New Delhi, 12 July 2025: Knauf India, the world’s leading company in Drywall and Ceiling Solutions, has appointed Mr. Gaunik Jeet Singh as its new Head of Marketing. With over 19 years of experience in brand management and marketing, Singh is an alumnus of the Indian School of Business (ISB) and brings a proven track record of leading impactful marketing strategies across industries.
Prior to joining Knauf India, Singh served as Category Head at Hero MotoCorp, where he drove strategic brand direction for key product segments. His career spans notable leadership roles at AkzoNobel (Dulux Paints), Airtel, and Spice Mobility, where he successfully elevated brand positioning, market share, and consumer engagement across diverse channels.
In his new role at Knauf India, Singh will lead the company’s overall marketing strategy—strengthening its brand presence across customer touchpoints and aligning communication efforts with Knauf’s global vision, while tailoring them to resonate with the unique needs of the Indian construction ecosystem.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Gaunik Jeet Singh said, “I am excited to be part of Knauf India’s journey. The brand has a strong foundation and there’s a real opportunity to build deeper awareness and connect meaningfully with our stakeholders. I look forward to working with the team to further elevate Knauf’s brand in India and beyond.”
Welcoming Singh to the leadership team, Mr. Sumit Bidani, CEO of Knauf India, stated, “We are delighted to welcome Gaunik to the leadership team. His strong track record in building premium brands and leading high-impact campaigns makes him an excellent fit for Knauf India. We are confident that his strategic thinking and creativity will strengthen our brand narrative and deepen stakeholder engagement.”
This leadership appointment marks a strategic step in Knauf India’s journey to build a differentiated and future-forward brand. Under Singh’s guidance, the company aims to enhance brand equity, drive stronger stakeholder connect, and accelerate growth in India’s dynamic building materials sector.
About Knauf:
Knauf is the world’s No. 1 company in Drywall & Ceiling Solutions. Founded in 1932 by Dr. Alfons and Karl Knauf, the company introduced gypsum-based building materials to make construction faster, better, and more cost-efficient. Headquartered in Iphofen, Bavaria, Germany, Knauf operates over 300 manufacturing facilities across 90 countries, employing more than 40,000 people. The company’s solutions span drywall systems, plasters, insulation, and external thermal insulation composite systems. Committed to sustainability and quality, Knauf ensures every product is rigorously tested, certified, and responsibly produced.
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