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Guy Persaud

Birthplace
Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Education
McGill University, M.B.A., International Finance & Marketing 1995

Western University, B.S., Finance & Economics 1992

Date Joined P&G
May 29, 1995

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Guy Persaud

Guy Persaud

President, New Business

Guy Persaud leads P&G’s new business unit, responsible for identifying and activating growth and value creation opportunities outside the company’s traditional organization units, and in-line with P&G strategies. Core elements include: Leading the P&G Ventures portfolio and building capabilities to strengthen our global innovation muscle. Guy also sponsors our Start-Up center of excellence and leads our Enterprise Growth Board.

A native of Canada, Guy joined P&G after completing his MBA at McGill University. He has a unique track record of delivering outstanding shareholder return in a wide range of business and cultural contexts, successfully leading businesses in key markets such as the US, China, Europe, and Latin America.

Known for his ability to embrace complex business scenarios and uncover growth-driving opportunities, Guy is a highly respected leader whose spans functions, categories, cultures, and geographies. He has demonstrated excellence in delivering transformational growth and creating an innovative culture where each individual can thrive and develop their unique talents.

His entrepreneurial vision is key to P&G’s constant drive to serve consumers with innovative and superior products.

Birthplace

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Education

McGill University, M.B.A., International Finance & Marketing 1995
Western University, B.S., Finance & Economics 1992

Date Joined P&G

May 29, 1995

LinkedIn profile

Guy Persaud

Year Positions Held
2021 President, New Business
2014 Senior Vice President and Head of Brand, Fabric & Home Care, Latin America
2010 Vice President, Fabric & Home Care, Greater China
2008 Global Franchise Leader, Global Fabric Care Director, Fabric Care, US
2005 Director, Fabric Care, Western Europe
2003 Associate Director, Fabric Care, Canada
1999 Brand Manager, New Business Development, Global Home Care
1997 Brand Manager, Tide, Fabric Care, Canada
1995 Asst. Brand Manager, Folgers, Food & Beverage, Canada