Gayatri Keskar

Dr. Gayatri Keskar is an accomplished material scientist, keynote speaker, and member of the Fast Company Executive Board, known for providing expert guidance to renowned global brands. With extensive expertise in material innovation and product development, she specializes in developing integrated strategies to align emerging materials, processes, and technologies with complex industry needs.

In her role as the Global Packaging Material Science Leader at Kenvue Inc., Dr. Keskar empowers teams to adopt a science-driven, human-centered design approach that enhances total product experience. Her commitment to purpose-driven innovation and circular economy practices has made her a sought-after speaker and consultant, advising start-ups as well as Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies.

Throughout her career, Dr. Keskar has led cross-functional collaborations across academia, industry, and research organizations to drive advancements in the consumer goods sector. Her focus on continuous improvement and eco-conscious solutions underscores her approach, which emphasizes building planet-centric ecosystems through strategic partnerships and authentic storytelling.