Diageo President – My Career Journey
What does it really take to set direction at Executive level? In this candid conversation, Hina Nagarajan shares the decisions, risks, and career bets behind her journey to becoming Regional President Africa at Diageo and a board member at BP plc. Expect grounded, practical guidance on how senior leaders create momentum and shape their career paths with clear intent.
Hina has led major businesses across India, Africa, China, and Southeast Asia — consistently transforming performance in complex environments. In this session, she breaks down the specific decisions that accelerated her career: when to move markets, when to change scope, how to judge a high-stakes opportunity, and how to build momentum when the environment is ambiguous or difficult.
Expect a candid look at the unseen moments that shaped her path — handling P&L pressure, navigating boards, managing major restructures, and choosing roles that built long-term advantage. The WeQual Executives space enables the honesty leaders rarely share publicly. You’ll leave with clear guidance on how to intentionally set direction at senior level.
Hina Nagarajan leads Diageo’s Africa region and sits on the board of BP plc. She has transformed major businesses in Africa and Asia — including tripling growth at Diageo India and delivering major turnarounds in complex markets. A WeQual Award Winner, Hina brings rare, practical insight into the real decisions that shape the careers of senior leaders.
Takeaways:
- How executives choose pivotal roles
- Judging real career-defining opportunities
- Building momentum in unfamiliar markets
- Navigating high-stakes leadership pressure
- Setting direction with long-term advantage
