
June 2026: Ralph Lauren Corporation, the global luxury and lifestyle brand, has named Dr. Tathagat Varma as Head of Global Capability Centre (GCC), India.
In this role, Dr. Varma will lead Ralph Lauren’s India GCC as it strengthens its capabilities to support the company’s global operations and strategic priorities. The appointment highlights the growing importance of India in enabling innovation, digital transformation, and enterprise resilience for multinational corporations.
With Ralph Lauren’s presence spanning multiple brands, markets, and channels worldwide, the India GCC is expected to play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and supporting the company’s long‑term growth agenda. The center will serve as a hub for advanced technology, analytics, and business services, aligning closely with Ralph Lauren’s global vision of combining timeless design with modern enterprise capabilities.
Bringing extensive experience in building and scaling global capability centers, Dr. Varma’s appointment reflects Ralph Lauren’s commitment to leveraging India’s talent ecosystem for capability‑led value creation and long‑term enterprise transformation.
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