Anand Chandarana Takes the Helm at Essity's Health & Medical Business Unit
Anand Chandarana Takes the Helm at Essity's Health & Medical Business Unit
Essity, a prominent hygiene and health company, has officially announced the appointment of Anand Chandarana as the new President of its Business Unit Health & Medical. He will take over this crucial role starting September 1, 2025. Along with this significant position, Anand will also join the Executive Management Team of the company, marking a new chapter in his professional journey.
Anand has been an integral part of Essity since joining in 2020, where he has served as the Vice President of Commercial Development within the Health & Medical division. His career spans over 17 years in the medical solutions sector, including a notable tenure at Mölnlycke Health Care, where he held various senior roles.
Ulrika Kolsrud, President and CEO of Essity, expressed her enthusiasm about Anand's appointment, stating, "I am very pleased to welcome Anand Chandarana as the new President of Business Unit Health & Medical. With his broad experience in sales, marketing, innovation, and mergers and acquisitions, combined with his strong track record in driving organizational success, Anand is undoubtedly the right leader to guide the business unit toward its next phase of profitable growth."
In his new position, Anand will report directly to Ulrika Kolsrud and will be based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Holding dual citizenship in both the UK and Sweden, he brings a diverse perspective to his leadership role.
Essity’s Business Unit Health & Medical specializes in a wide array of products and solutions, including incontinence care, wound management, compression therapy, and orthopedic products. The division markets these offerings under well-known brands such as TENA, Leukoplast, Cutimed, Hydrofera BLUE, JOBST, Delta-Cast, and Actimove, catering to the needs of healthcare professionals and patients alike.
The appointment was met with optimism, pointing towards a future of innovation and continued growth within Essity’s health segment. Anand Chandarana’s extensive experience and dedication to improving health solutions will be pivotal as the division shapes its strategic direction in the coming years.
As he steps into this vital role, industry insiders and stakeholders are keenly observing how Anand’s leadership will influence Essity’s position in the competitive healthcare market. With a strong focus on operational excellence and innovative solutions, his leadership promises to foster a culture of success and collaboration.
This transition signifies more than just a change in leadership; it illustrates Essity’s commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes through effective management and a strategic approach to growth. As the healthcare landscape evolves, Essity is poised to stay at the forefront, delivering products that reflect the unique needs of individuals and healthcare providers.
For further information regarding this announcement or other inquiries, interested parties can reach out to Karl Stoltz, Public Relations Director at Essity, via phone at +46 709 42 63 88 or via email at [email protected].
In conclusion, Anand Chandarana's elevation to President of the Health & Medical Business Unit not only showcases his professional journey but also reaffirms Essity’s dedication to excellence within the health sector. Stakeholders eagerly anticipate the innovative directions his leadership will bring to the industry.