Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai has announced the appointment of Chef Aditya Kulkarni as its new Executive Chef, ushering in a fresh era of culinary excellence for the property. With a rich background in luxury hospitality and a flair for innovation, Chef Aditya brings more than 15 years of experience to the role.

An alumnus and gold medallist from the Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, Chef Aditya has held several key positions within The Oberoi Group across prestigious properties in Mumbai, Rajvilas, and Sahl Hasheesh in Egypt. Most recently, he led the culinary vision at The Bay Club, where he was instrumental in conceptualising and executing diverse food and beverage experiences.

In his new role, Chef Aditya will oversee all culinary operations at Four Seasons Mumbai—including the iconic rooftop bar AER, the refined dining spaces Opus and Modernist, in-room dining, banquets, and the hotel’s new takeaway offering. He is expected to play a central role in evolving the menus, mentoring the culinary team, and crafting memorable gastronomic journeys rooted in both local heritage and global trends.

“Chef Aditya brings with him a deep understanding of both classical techniques and modern tastes. His passion for quality, innovation, and guest experience makes him a perfect fit for Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai,” said Nitesh Gandhi, General Manager. “We’re excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to this new chapter in our culinary journey.”

The appointment reflects Four Seasons Mumbai’s continued commitment to offering thoughtful, high-quality cuisine that resonates with the city’s vibrant dining culture. Chef Aditya’s leadership marks a significant milestone as the hotel sharpens its focus on creating world-class, contemporary dining experiences infused with warmth, creativity, and culinary precision.

Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel and Convention Center has announced the appointment of Shreya Sharma as Multi Property Director of Marketing, extending her leadership to Marriott Executive Apartments UB City and The Artiste Kochi, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

A seasoned marketing communications professional, Shreya brings with her over a decade of cross-industry experience spanning hospitality, real estate, and consumer tech. Known for crafting impactful, data-led brand strategies, she has previously contributed to some of the most prestigious names in the business, including Hilton Hotels, Westin Hotels and Resorts, and Edelman.

In her most recent role as Cluster Director of Marketing, Shreya led communication strategies for Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park and Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks, delivering measurable results and enhancing brand visibility in a competitive market.

Shreya is celebrated for her ability to translate insights into high-impact, digital-first campaigns while leveraging PR and storytelling to connect with diverse audience segments. Her work has been recognized by the industry, notably earning her a spot in the Pitch Marketing and PR Moment 30 Under 30 Awards, underscoring her as a rising leader in Indian marketing.

A postgraduate in Advertising and Public Relations from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi, Shreya’s strategic acumen and creative direction are expected to steer the marketing efforts of all three properties with innovation and intent.

With this new appointment, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield and its sister properties are set to benefit from her results-driven approach and her passion for storytelling that resonates across platforms and markets.

redBus has announced the appointment of Saurabh Agarwal as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this strategic role, he will lead the company’s overall finance operations, including financial planning and analysis (FPnA), compliance, legal, taxation, and risk management.

With over two decades of cross-sector experience, Agarwal brings strong financial leadership, business planning, and growth strategy expertise to the table. He started his career with Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance, where he held several senior roles over an 11-year tenure, working across corporate planning, finance operations, and distribution strategy.

In 2014, he joined the founding team at Medlife.com, where he played a key role in scaling the healthtech platform into one of the country’s top digital healthcare brands. More recently, he served as Group CFO at Livspace, where he steered the company’s financial function through rapid scaling and global expansion.

Prakash Sangam, CEO of redBus, shared his enthusiasm: “We are delighted to welcome Saurabh to redBus. His track record in enabling high-growth businesses through strong financial acumen and building high-performing teams aligns well with our growth ambitions. As we scale across markets and product lines, his leadership will be key to shaping sound, future-focused financial strategies that power our next phase of growth.”

Agarwal also shared his excitement about the new role, stating,

“I am thrilled to be part of redBus, which is playing a critical role in transforming a complex and fragmented sector. With its scale, category leadership, and focus on tech-led innovation, there is a strong foundation to continue building on. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to strengthen financial resilience and support the company’s global growth ambitions.”

A chartered accountant (ICAI) by qualification, Agarwal also holds a CIMA certification in Strategic Management from London. He is an INSEAD alumnus and earned his bachelor's degree in commerce from Sydenham College, Mumbai.