United Spirits Appoints Vinod Rao as Additional Non-Executive Independent Director
United Spirits appointed Mr. Vinod Rao as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director, effective June 13, 2026. He has over 35 years of finance experience with global firms and previously served on the board from 2016-2021. The appointment is for three years, pending shareholder approval.
The appointment of an independent director with significant experience can positively influence corporate governance and strategic decision-making, thus having a medium-term impact on the company.
The appointment of an experienced director like Mr. Vinod Rao with extensive financial background and prior board experience is viewed positively for the company's governance and strategic direction.
United Spirits Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Vinod Rao as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent Director) to its Board of Directors, effective 13th June 2026. This appointment was approved by the Board at their meeting held on 12th June 2026, following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
The appointment is for a term of three years, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Rao brings over 35 years of experience in finance, having held significant roles at global companies like Diageo, PepsiCo, and ICI across FMCG and consumer durables industries. His last executive position was Group Treasurer and Head of Investor Relations at Diageo Plc, London, until 2021. He also previously served as a Non-Executive Director on United Spirits' Board from 2016 to 2021.
Mr. Rao possesses expertise in both developed and emerging markets. He currently serves as an Independent Director at Eureka Forbes Limited and Cohance Lifesciences Limited, and is a Trustee for the UK-based Isha Foundation. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Madras University, is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, and attended a Senior Executive Programme at London Business School. Mr. Rao has affirmed that he is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or other authority and has no pecuniary relationship or held any Key Managerial Personnel position in the Company or its Holding Company during the current or preceding three financial years.
The Board meeting commenced at 17:45 hours IST and concluded at 19:04 hours IST.
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