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AARAV Appoints Mayur Kapse as Fragrances COO

AARAV appoints Mayur Kapse as Chief Operating Officer, Fragrances, to support strategic growth and customer partnerships.

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Mayur Kapse, Chief Operating Officer – Fragrances at AARAV Fragrances and Flavors.

Mayur Kapse, Chief Operating Officer – Fragrances at AARAV Fragrances and Flavors.

AARAV Fragrances & Flavors Limited has appointed Mayur Kapse as Chief Operating Officer, Fragrances, based at its Thane headquarters. The appointment strengthens the leadership of AARAV’s fragrances business as the company pursues strategic growth and broader customer partnerships. AARAV serves clients in more than 30 countries and reports a business size of more than ₹350 crore, supported by over 300 employees. Kapse brings more than 18 years of experience spanning sales, marketing, consumer insights, operations and customer service.

Fragrances Leadership Appointment

In the role, Kapse will lead the fragrances division’s commercial and operational growth while building on its established customer relationships. The move forms part of AARAV’s wider investment in research and development, creative capability, manufacturing infrastructure, technology and talent for customers across the FMCG and food and beverage sectors.

Ajit Vaze, CEO & Managing Director at AARAV Fragrances & Flavors Limited, said:

“As we continue to invest in innovation, expand our global presence and create differentiated solutions for our customers, strengthening our leadership is central to accelerate our strategic ambitions. Mayur's expertise in understanding of the fragrance industry, customer-first approach and leadership capabilities is a value addition to our business.”

International Business Base

With promoter family legacy dating to 1922, AARAV has developed from a fragrance-led business into an integrated provider of fragrances, flavours and aroma ingredients. Established in 2007, the company operates across Maharashtra and Karnataka and serves markets in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas.

The company’s expanding fragrances leadership team supports its stated ambition to become a globally respected partner for fragrances, flavours and specialty ingredients.

Building On AARAV’s Foundation

Kapse joins the business as it continues to develop its commercial reach and customer relationships across international markets.

Mayur Kapse, Chief Operating Officer, Fragrances at AARAV Fragrances & Flavors Limited, said:

“AARAV has built a strong reputation as one of India's most respected fragrance, flavor and ingredient companies, driven by a strong entrepreneurial spirit, technical excellence, and customer focus. I am excited and look forward to working with colleagues, customers and partners of AARAV to build on that foundation and help create new opportunities for sustainable growth.”

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