Balki Radhakrishnan

Balki Radhakrishnan is Vice President ans Managing Director for General Mills – Global Emerging Markets, leading General Mills businesses across Asia, Europe, Middle East and Latin America, based in Dubai. General Mills is a global leader branded consumer foods and pet food products. In his role Balki leads a portfolio of industry leading brands such as Haagen Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Pillsburry and Old El Paso in over 90 developed and emerging markets across this diverse geography. A passionate champion of a Consumer First mindset, Balki’s industry views are shaped by his rich blend of experiences gained from living and working in the United States, Southeast and North Asia, India, Middle East and Africa. Previously, he lived and led large terms in United States, Philippines, and in his native India. His consumer packaged goods industry foundations are in brand marketing, consumer insights, corporate strategic planning, and new markets development, shaped during a career spanning over two decades in the industry.