Leads Brand Connect has appointed Raksha Narayan Kotian as Business Head for Coração Do Vale India, strengthening the leadership team behind Portugal’s luxury extra virgin olive oil brand as it focuses on premium market expansion and brand building in India.

In her new role, Kotian will lead the brand’s business growth, strategic partnerships, premium distribution, luxury positioning, corporate gifting initiatives, and expansion across key consumer and hospitality segments.

With over 15 years of experience across hospitality, wellness, beauty, lifestyle, and luxury consumer sectors, Raksha brings expertise in business development, commercial strategy, premium brand building, customer engagement, and operational leadership. Throughout her career, she has contributed to the growth of organisations including Panache, Jean Claude Biguine, Kaya, Chrysalis Home Needs, and Fairmacs Diplomatic Supplies, among others.

At Leads Brand Connect, Kotian will spearhead Coração Do Vale’s growth strategy across luxury hospitality, premium retail, corporate and bespoke gifting, influencer collaborations, experiential marketing, embassy relations, diplomatic engagement, and high-value partnerships.

As Leads Brand Connect holds the exclusive sales, marketing, and distribution rights for Coração Do Vale in India, Kotian will also focus on strengthening the brand’s distribution ecosystem and building strategic relationships across hospitality, wellness, lifestyle, and luxury business networks.

Commenting on the appointment, Richa Khandelwal, Founder and Managing Director, Leads Brand Connect, said that Raksha’s combination of commercial leadership, luxury brand expertise, and relationship-building capabilities aligns strongly with the company’s vision for Coração Do Vale.

She added that as India’s luxury and wellness-focused consumer segment continues to grow, Kotian’s experience in creating strategic partnerships and premium business opportunities will play an important role in accelerating the brand’s growth journey.

Speaking about her appointment, Raksha Narayan Kotian said, "Coração Do Vale represents far more than a premium olive oil brand; it embodies heritage, craftsmanship, authenticity, and a lifestyle centred around wellness and refined living. Indian consumers today are increasingly seeking products that offer quality, provenance, and meaningful experiences."

She added that she looks forward to expanding the brand’s market presence, building strong partnerships, and connecting Indian consumers with the rich Portuguese legacy behind Coração Do Vale.

Founded in Portugal, Coração Do Vale is an ultra-premium extra virgin olive oil brand known for its focus on quality, authenticity, and craftsmanship. Rooted in Portuguese heritage, the brand offers a curated collection of premium olive oils designed for consumers seeking gourmet excellence, wellness, and elevated lifestyle experiences.

Leads Brand Connect, established in 2022 by Richa Khandelwal, has evolved from an integrated advertising and communications agency into a growing consumer brands company focused on helping brands scale and establish their presence across India.

The Noida-based company has expanded its consumer brand portfolio with premium international brands including Coração Do Vale and Amazonika Mundi, a 100% plant-based Brazilian food brand, while continuing to introduce global lifestyle and gourmet brands to the Indian market through structured go-to-market and brand-building strategies.