OPPO India has announced the appointment of Goldee Patnaik as Head of Public Relations, where he will be responsible for leading the company’s communications strategy, strengthening media relations, and amplifying OPPO’s innovative brand presence across India.
With more than two decades of rich industry experience, Patnaik brings extensive expertise in brand communication, corporate affairs, and marketing strategy. In his new role, he is expected to further bolster OPPO India’s reputation as a technology leader while driving impactful storytelling and strategic engagement with stakeholders.
Prior to joining OPPO India, Patnaik served as Vice President, India Marketing & Communications Head at itel India, Smart Gadgets & HA Business, where he played a key role in shaping the brand’s image and communication roadmap over a span of eight years. His leadership was instrumental in positioning itel as a trusted brand in India’s highly competitive mobility market.
Earlier in his career, Patnaik held senior leadership positions with some of the country’s most prominent telecom players, including Telenor as General Manager, Corporate Communications, Reliance Communications as Head of Marketing Communications, and airtel as Head of Marketing Communications.
He also has a strong foundation in the PR and communications industry, having worked with Perfect Relations as an Image Manager and beginning his career at PR as a Consultant.
Goldee Patnaik’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for OPPO India as the company continues to strengthen its innovation-led strategy and deepen its connection with Indian consumers. His vast experience in communications and marketing is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing the brand’s narrative and reinforcing OPPO’s position in India’s dynamic smartphone ecosystem.
