Shridhar Nair Takes the Helm at The Leela Ambience Gurugram as Senior VP and GM

Shridhar Nair Takes the Helm at The Leela Ambience Gurugram as Senior VP and GM

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on August 29, 2024

The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences has appointed Shridhar Nair as its new Senior Vice President and General Manager. In this role, Nair will be based in Gurugram, where he will oversee operations not only at The Leela Ambience Gurugram but also at several other key properties, including The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, The Leela Mumbai, The Leela Gandhinagar, Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre Complex, and The Imperial Club by The Leela.

Nair brings a wealth of experience to his new position, having held leadership roles at various Leela properties, including as General Manager of the award-winning The Leela Goa. His previous role as Senior Vice President of Operations at The Leela Corporate Office saw him managing and optimizing the performance of multiple properties within the group.

Throughout his career, Nair has been known for his visionary leadership and ability to spearhead significant projects, such as the repositioning of the F&B division at The Leela Mumbai and the enhancement of The Leela Goa. His leadership has earned him several prestigious awards, including Best GM—Luxury from Hotelier India in 2014, along with accolades from HOSI in 2015, CII in 2016, and Business World in 2017.

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Nair’s extensive experience is complemented by a strong academic background, which includes a postgraduate diploma in Hotel Management from IHM Trivandrum, a Bachelor of Arts from Mumbai University, and a General Manager’s certification from Cornell University, USA.

Expressing his excitement about the new role, Nair said, “I am delighted at the opportunity to work closely with our teams at the iconic Leela Ambience Gurugram & Leela Ambience Convention Hotel to offer a holistic luxury experience to our guests. I am certain The Leela’s core value of Athiti Devo Bhava (guest is god) will resonate in everything we do at our majestic hotels, and we will continue to push our boundaries to exceed our guests’ expectations from the world’s best brand, which exemplifies true Indian luxury.”

With Shridhar Nair at the helm, The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is set to continue its tradition of excellence in luxury hospitality, with a renewed focus on enhancing guest experiences across all touchpoints.


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

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

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on June 17, 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 its Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). The move comes as the company continues to expand its portfolio of digital-first food brands and strengthen its position in the technology-driven food services space.

Geetika will continue as CEO & Co-founder of MOPP Foods, a Kouzina Food Tech company, while taking on broader responsibilities across the Kouzina ecosystem. In her expanded role, she will oversee brand strategy, consumer marketing, product innovation, customer experience, innovation-led growth, and business excellence initiatives across the company’s brands and partner network.

The appointment marks an important step in Kouzina’s growth journey as it works towards building one of India’s most scalable technology-led food services platforms.

Commenting on the announcement, 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."

Sharing her thoughts on the new 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."

Known for building customer-focused food brands and driving product innovation, Geetika has played a key role in the growth of MOPP Foods. Under her leadership, the company has become a well-known name in the Delhi-NCR market through brands such as Mad Over Parathas & Pakodas, with a strong focus on quality, customer experience, and delivery-led innovation.

Founded by Gautam Balijepalli, Mahesh Madiyala, Sumit Gupta, and Rohan Rao, Kouzina has grown into a leading cloud kitchen platform operating multiple food brands across India. Through its technology-enabled operating model and kitchen partner network, the company continues to leverage data, consumer insights, and operational excellence to build scalable food brands.

The appointment further highlights Kouzina’s commitment to bringing together entrepreneurial talent and industry expertise as it continues its expansion across the Indian food services sector.


Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai Appoints Surinder Kumar as HR Manager

Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai Appoints Surinder Kumar as HR Manager

By Hariharan U

Published on June 17, 2026

Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai has announced the appointment of Surinder Kumar as its new Human Resources Manager, bringing over a decade of experience across hospitality operations and human resource leadership.

In his new role, he will be responsible for driving people-focused initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, strengthening organisational culture, and supporting the hotel’s long-term growth strategy. His mandate also includes overseeing talent acquisition, leadership development, and workplace experience enhancement across departments.

Surinder Kumar’s career reflects a strong foundation in hospitality operations, having begun his professional journey in culinary operations after graduating from IHM Gurdaspur. He started his career with Marriott Jaipur, where he gained hands-on experience in service standards and hotel operations before transitioning into talent acquisition and human resources leadership.

Over the years, he has held key HR positions with leading hospitality brands including The Lalit Hotels, The St. Regis Mumbai, and Grand Hyatt Mumbai, where he contributed significantly to talent management, employee relations, and leadership development initiatives.

Speaking on his appointment, Surinder Kumar said, “I am delighted to be a part of Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai. Hyatt’s people-first culture and commitment to caring for colleagues strongly resonate with my professional values. I look forward to working closely with our teams to build an engaging, inclusive, and future-ready workplace.”

He further emphasized his focus on building a strong internal culture that empowers employees to deliver exceptional guest experiences while fostering professional growth and collaboration.

Outside of work, he enjoys long drives, continuous learning, and exploring perspectives on leadership and personal development.

With his appointment, Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai aims to further strengthen its position as a people-centric hospitality brand known for nurturing talent and delivering elevated guest experiences


Bhumika Realty Appoints Amit Parsuramka as Chief Executive Officer

Bhumika Realty Appoints Amit Parsuramka as Chief Executive Officer

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on June 17, 2026

Bhumika Realty Private Limited has announced the appointment of Amit Parsuramka as its Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, he will steer the company’s next phase of growth, focusing on strong execution, enhanced customer experience, and sustainable value creation.

A seasoned industry professional, Amit Parsuramka brings more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning real estate, investments, and consumer-focused businesses. Over the course of his career, he has held key leadership positions across several prominent organisations.

Before joining Bhumika Realty, he served as CEO at Abhinandan Lodha Ventures (HoABL) and Bonito Designs. He has also held the position of Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Tata Realty & Infrastructure, President – Investment Fund at Lodha Ventures (Tomorrow Capital), and President – Sales at Lodha Group (Macrotech Developers).

Academically, Parsuramka holds an MBA in Marketing from IISWBM, University of Calcutta. He is also a certified Six Sigma Black Belt, has completed CA (Intermediate) from ICAI, and holds a Diploma in Software Technology from NIIT.

Commenting on the appointment, Uddhav Poddar, Chairman & Managing Director, Bhumika Group said, “Amit brings deep industry experience and a strong leadership track record. As we expand our platform and scale our portfolio, his expertise will be instrumental in shaping Bhumika Realty’s next chapter.”

Sharing his thoughts on joining the company, Amit Parsuramka, Chief Executive Officer, Bhumika Realty said, “Bhumika Realty has built a strong reputation for quality and trust. I look forward to working with the team to build on these foundations and deliver value to our customers and stakeholders.”

The company also announced that Siddharth Katyal, who served as CEO, has stepped down for personal reasons. He will assist with the transition process to ensure business continuity. Bhumika Realty expressed its gratitude for his contributions and extended its best wishes for his future endeavours.

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