Kouzina Food Tech Appoints Geetika Anand Gupta as Group Chief Marketing Officer

·       Geetika will continue in her role while taking on the additional responsibility of leading brand strategy, consumer marketing, innovation-led growth, & business excellence initiatives across the Kouzina ecosystem.

·       The appointment comes at a strategic phase of growth for Kouzina as it continues to strengthen its portfolio of digital-first food brands & accelerate its vision of building India’s most scalable technology-led food services platform.

New Delhi / Bengaluru, India - June 2026: Kouzina Food Tech Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s fastest-growing food-tech and cloud kitchen platforms, has announced the appointment of Geetika Anand Gupta as the Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

Geetika will continue in her role as the CEO & Co-founder of MOPP Foods, which is a Kouzina Food Tech Company, while taking on the additional responsibility of leading brand strategy, consumer marketing, product innovation, customer experience, innovation-led growth, and business excellence initiatives across Kouzina’s portfolio of brands and partner network.

The appointment comes at a strategic phase of growth for Kouzina as it continues to strengthen its portfolio of digital-first food brands and accelerate its vision of building India’s most scalable technology-led food services platform.

Commenting on the appointment, Gautam Balijepalli, Founder & CEO, Kouzina Food Tech, said: “Geetika brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial grit, deep consumer understanding, operational excellence, and brand-building capability. Over the years, she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to create customer love while building scalable food businesses. As Kouzina enters its next phase of growth, her leadership will play a pivotal role in strengthening our brands, driving innovation, and building a world-class consumer experience across our portfolio."

He further added: "Kouzina has always believed that technology, data, and strong consumer brands together create sustainable competitive advantage. Geetika's proven track record of building differentiated food brands and her passion for excellence make her the ideal leader to help us scale the next generation of food brands across India."

Speaking about her expanded role, Geetika Anand Gupta said: "I am excited to take on the responsibility of Group CMO at Kouzina while continuing my entrepreneurial journey with MOPP Foods. Kouzina has built one of the most exciting food-tech platforms in India, combining technology, operations, and consumer insight at scale. I look forward to working closely with Gautam and the leadership team to strengthen our brands, deepen customer engagement, drive innovation, and contribute towards building category-defining food brands for the future."

The appointment further reinforces Kouzina’s commitment to bringing together entrepreneurial leaders and industry experts as it continues its journey toward becoming India’s leading technology-driven food services platform.

Geetika Anand Gupta is widely recognized in the food and beverage industry for building customer-centric brands and driving product innovation. Under her leadership, MOPP Foods has established itself as one of the most loved food brands in the Delhi-NCR region, known for brands such as Mad Over Parathas & Pakodas and its focus on quality, customer experience, and delivery-led innovation.

Antara Cruises Appoints Vineet Arora as Chief Operating Officer

Delhi, April, 2025 – Antara Cruises, a pioneer in the river cruising industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Vineet Arora as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 22 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Mr. Arora brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Antara Cruises.

Mr. Arora has made significant strides in his distinguished career, including his earlier tenure as VP at Antara Cruises, where he played an essential role in leading the development of the world’s longest river cruise project. During this time, he also contributed to the brand’s growth and positioning in the luxury river cruise segment. Prior to rejoining Antara Cruises as COO, he was successfully involved in building a hospitality company that operates 25 resorts from the ground up, demonstrating remarkable leadership and strategic foresight. His well-rounded expertise spans operations, sales, marketing, and business development across both established brands and emerging startups, underscoring his adaptability and deep industry insight.

Mr. Raj Singh, Founder & Chairman, Antara Cruises - Heritage River Journeys Pvt Ltd. welcomed his appointment, stating "Vineet’s leadership and deep understanding of hospitality and cruise operations make him a perfect fit for Antara Cruises. His expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of our heritage river journeys, ensuring that we continue to set new benchmarks in the industry".

Commenting on his new role, Mr. Vineet Arora stated, "It’s a great pleasure to join Antara Cruises in its mission to redefine luxury river cruising. I look forward to enhancing guest experiences, promoting sustainability, and making a meaningful impact on the local community and the company."

Antara Cruises is renowned for its commitment to sustainable, and community-enhancing river cruise tourism. The company offers unique experiences along India's majestic rivers, emphasizing the preservation of local cultures and environments.

Chalet Hotels Limited appoints Gaurav Singh as Chief Operating Officer

Mumbai, January 2025: Chalet Hotels Limited, a leading hospitality company renowned for its high end hotel portfolio and commercial real estate, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gaurav Singh as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 15, 2025. 

 In his new role, Gaurav will be focusing on asset management, driving operational excellence, ensuring efficiency to strengthen the business and design scalable processes for Chalet Hotels. With a robust portfolio and an ambitious pipeline of additional rooms, Chalet is poised for significant growth, and Gaurav’s leadership backed with 26 years of experience in hospitality will play a crucial role in steering this exciting journey.

Commenting on his appointment, Gaurav Singh said, “I am excited to join Chalet Hotels at such a transformative phase in its journey. With a strong foundation already in place, I look forward to working with the talented team at Chalet to build an exceptional hotel company that resonates with both our guests and stakeholders.” 

 Dr. Sanjay Sethi, Managing Director and CEO of Chalet Hotels Ltd., said, "Gaurav brings with him a deep understanding of the hospitality industry, coupled with a proven track record in driving operational excellence and innovation. His strategic vision and leadership will undoubtedly strengthen Chalet’s position as a leader in the Indian hospitality landscape. With Gaurav at the helm of operations, I am confident that the company is well-positioned to achieve its ambitious growth objectives and deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.”