Mark Titus elevated to President – Decorative Business, Nippon Paint India

Mark Titus will report directly to Sharad Malhotra, Managing Director, Nippon Paint India Group.

Mark Titus elevated to President – Decorative Business, Nippon Paint India

Nippon Paint India has appointed Mark Titus as President of its Decorative Business, effective December 1, 2025.

In this role, he will oversee growth, strategy, and operations for the decorative coatings segment across India, reporting to Sharad Malhotra, Managing Director of Nippon Paint India Group. Titus succeeds Mahesh S. Anand and brings extensive marketing and business leadership experience spanning FMCG, beverages, paints, and waterproofing.

Welcoming the appointment, Sharad Malhotra said, “We are excited to have Mark Titus take on this important role. His strong leadership and ability to translate market insights into actionable growth strategies will be instrumental in expanding Nippon Paint’s decorative business. He will help strengthen our brand presence, drive innovation, and grow our footprint in India.”

Commenting on his new mandate, Mark Titus said, “I’m honoured to lead Nippon Paint India’s decorative division at such an exciting time. With India’s rising demand for interiors, refurbishments, and new developments, I look forward to working closely with our teams, channel partners, and consumers to enhance our portfolio, create meaningful brand experiences, and deliver long-term value.”