# Montblanc Appoints Navya Naveli Nanda as Friend of the Brand in India

> Montblanc appointed Navya Naveli Nanda as its Friend of the Brand in India, citing her entrepreneurship and social work with Project Naveli.

- Published: 2026-10-25T07:29:39+00:00
- Section: Leadership
- Author: News Desk
- URL: https://newsforagent.com/news/2026-10-25/montblanc-navya-naveli-nanda-brand-ambassador
- Source: [Fortune India](https://www.fortuneindia.com/business-news/montblanc-names-navya-naveli-nanda-friend-of-the-brand-in-india/166569)

## Key takeaways

- Montblanc appointed Navya Naveli Nanda as its Friend of the Brand in India.
- Nanda founded Project Naveli, a non-profit initiative addressing gender inequality in education, healthcare and legal awareness.
- Neeraj Walia, Managing Director and CEO of Montblanc India, said Nanda's entrepreneurial outlook made her a natural fit for the Maison.

[Montblanc](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/0005czm/montblanc) has appointed Navya Naveli Nanda, an entrepreneur, social activist and podcaster, as its Friend of the Brand in India, Fortune India [reported](https://www.fortuneindia.com/business-news/montblanc-names-navya-naveli-nanda-friend-of-the-brand-in-india/166569). Nanda founded Project Naveli, a non-profit initiative addressing gender inequality, and hosts the podcast What The Hell Navya.

## Montblanc's Appointment of Navya Naveli Nanda

Nanda's work spans entrepreneurship, social impact and culture. Project Naveli, which she founded, works to expand opportunities for women in education, healthcare and legal awareness. Through her podcast and wider platforms, she addresses contemporary Indian womanhood, ambition and changing generational perspectives.

Montblanc, founded in 1906, has built its identity around writing instruments and the belief that thoughts and stories leave a lasting mark. The Maison has extended this philosophy across watches, leather goods, accessories and new technologies. Neeraj Walia, Managing Director and CEO of Montblanc India, said Nanda's entrepreneurial outlook and individuality made her a natural fit. "Montblanc has always celebrated those who choose to write their own story," Walia said. "Navya embodies the spirit of a new generation that is confident in shaping its own narrative."

Nanda said the association reflects a shared interest in individuality and communicating ideas. "I've always believed in the power of putting your own thoughts, ideas and stories out into the world, so the Maison's focus on self-expression really resonates with me," she said.

## Montblanc's Scale and Licensing Partnerships

Montblanc is a German luxury maison within the Richemont group, according to akta.pro [company records](https://akta.pro/company-data). The brand was founded in 1906, began its leather goods business in 1926, and celebrated 100 years of leather goods in 2026. Montblanc is owned by Richemont alongside Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, IWC and Piaget. Interparfums SA, a Paris-based fragrance specialist, manages the Montblanc fragrance license as part of a portfolio that includes Coach, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Moncler, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Rochas and Kate Spade New York.

## Montblanc's Recent Brand and Product Moves

In October 2026, Montblanc's Artisan Atelier, a group of over 60 specialists, creates its most intricate writing instruments, including the 2026 High Artistry collection inspired by Kyoto, Yahoo reported. In August 2026, Montblanc opened its flagship boutique in Sydney on George Street, Australia, according to Richemont. In August 2026, Montblanc launched the Writers Edition Homage to Bram Stoker, a limited-edition collection celebrating the Irish novelist behind the 1897 Gothic masterpiece Dracula, Fortune India reported.

## Companies in this story

- [Montblanc company profile](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/0005czm/montblanc) · website: http://www.montblanc.com

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