Herbalife Appoints New Managing Director of India

Los Angeles, United States , 2006-07-18

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) announced the appointment of Shekhar Sethu as managing director, India.

In this capacity, Sethu will be responsible for all business operations. Sethu has over 15 years experience managing retail and consumer product brands in India and South Asia, with an extensive background in sales, marketing, and strategic planning.

Prior to joining Herbalife, Sethu was the general manager of India and South Asia for Schwarzkopf Professional, a German multinational company, which is part of the Henkel Group involved in hair care products. Joining Schwarzkopf in 2001, he was responsible for setting up the company's operations in India as well as all strategic initiatives regarding investments, products and geographic expansion.

Previously, Sethu worked with Adidas in India for approximately 5 years, progressing from regional manager to ultimately leading business development and retail sales for India and South Asia. In addition, he has 5 years of experience in sales and sales management in the consumer durables segment.

Shekhar holds a masters degree in marketing management from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Bombay University in India, and a bachelor's degree of arts in history and political science from Osmania University, Hyderabad.

About Herbalife

Herbalife is a global network marketing company that sells weight-management, nutritional supplements and personal care products intended to support a healthy lifestyle. Herbalife products are sold in 62 countries through a network of more than one million independent distributors. The company supports the Herbalife Family Foundation and its Casa Herbalife program to bring good nutrition to children. Please visit Herbalife Investor Relations for additional financial information.

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