Chirag Punjabi elevated to Chief Strategy & Finance Officer at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality

Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality announces the elevation of Chirag Punjabi to the role of Chief Strategy & Finance Officer (CSFO), effective immediately.

Chirag Punjabi has been an integral part of Impresario’s leadership team. In his elevated role, he will oversee strategy, finance, and technology, ensuring stronger alignment across these critical functions to power Impresario’s next phase of expansion.

His journey at Impresario has been one of remarkable growth and dedication. He joined the company in December 2019 as Executive Assistant to the CEO, quickly establishing himself as a trusted partner and strategic thinker. His elevation to CSFO is a testament to his hard work, passion, and ability to lead with vision and impact.

As part of this realignment, Srinivas Rao, Chief Financial Officer, and Hardik Shah, Chief Technology Officer, will now report directly to Chirag, streamlining decision-making and enabling greater collaboration across strategic, financial, and technological priorities.

Commenting on the announcement, Arshad Syed, Director at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt Ltd, said: “Chirag has been an invaluable part of Impresario’s journey over the last five years. From day one, he’s brought sharp thinking, unwavering dedication, and a deep understanding of our business to the table. His elevation to CSFO is not just a recognition of his financial acumen and strategic vision, but also of the passion and ownership he brings to everything he does. With strategy, finance, and technology now coming together under his leadership, we’re confident that Chirag will help us unlock new possibilities, strengthen our foundations, and take Impresario into an exciting new chapter of growth.”

Speaking about his new role, Chirag Punjabi, Chief Strategy & Finance Officer at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt Ltd said: “I am truly honoured by this opportunity and grateful for the trust placed in me by the leadership team. Over the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of working closely across our brands, understanding what makes Impresario special, and helping shape our growth journey. As I step into this new role, I’m excited to build on our strong foundation and help shape Impresario’s next chapter of growth.”