Coca-Cola Star Lakshya Kannan Nominated as Top Emerging Marketer

Lakshya Kannan, 28-year-old Frontline Marketing Manager for The Coca-Cola Company in the Middle East, has been named one of Campaign's Brand Faces to Watch in 2026.

Nominated by her Senior Marketing Director Tarun Sabhlok, Lakshya has demonstrated exceptional ownership, curiosity, and leadership skills since joining Coca-Cola from Kellogg's nearly three years ago.

Lakshya's career highlights include experience with iconic brands such as Pringles and the Coca-Cola portfolio. She won several awards for her work at Kellogg's, including the AMEA Commercial Award and Middle East Excellence Award.

Currently leading key Middle East markets for The Coca-Cola Company, Lakshya has delivered successful campaigns like Share a Coke and FIFA. She also leads ICC and Coca-Cola Arena in the UAE.