PepsiCo appoints Sanjeev Chadha as CEO for AMEA

PepsiCo, a global food and beverage leader has appointment of Sanjeev Chadha to the position of Chief Executive Officer, Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA), which covers a geography comprising more than two-thirds of the world’s population and 90 countries, effective immediately. In this role, Chadha will report to Chairman and CEO Indra K. Nooyi and oversee all aspects of PepsiCo’s AMEA business. Chadha, who will be headquartered in PepsiCo’s Dubai office, served as President, PepsiCo Middle East and Africa.

Chadha is a 23-year veteran of PepsiCo and one of the company’s most seasoned international leaders. He has worked in each of AMEA’s key markets and has led multiple business functions, including marketing, sales, innovation, franchise and general management. Prior to his most recent role, Chadha held various other leadership positions across the region and has been instrumental in the strong growth of PepsiCo AMEA.

“Sanjeev is one of the most respected senior leaders in the PepsiCo family and he has a strong track record of success,” said Nooyi.  “His leadership, experience and deep knowledge of the business, the region and its people will help to continue to drive success in AMEA.”

Chadha holds a Masters (MBA) from Indian Institute of Management in Ahmedabad and an undergraduate degree from Hindu College, Delhi University.