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Moët Hennessy India has appointed Siddharth Suri as its new Managing Director, marking a significant leadership move for the luxury spirits company. Suri, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, has previously worked with global giants such as Diageo, Pernod Ricard, and PepsiCo. Most recently, he led the launch of ready-to-drink cocktails at Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. Recognized for his strength in business growth, transformation, and people development, he brings expertise across domestic, international, and travel-retail markets. His appointment reflects Moët Hennessy’s focus on strengthening its India presence and driving expansion in the premium wines and spirits segment. #LeadershipUpdate #MoetHennessyIndia #SiddharthSuri #ExecutiveMove #LuxuryBrands #BusinessLeadership #WineAndSpirits #IndiaMarket

Moët Hennessy India has appointed Siddharth Suri as Managing Director to lead its next phase of growth and innovation in the country’s luxury wines & spirits market. Backed by over two decades of leadership experience across FMCG and beverages, he will steer an iconic portfolio including Dom Pérignon, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Hennessy, Glenmorangie, Belvedere, Chandon, and Volcan. In his new role, Suri will focus on strengthening Moët Hennessy’s cultural resonance in India, driving consumer-centric innovation, and shaping long-term strategies to capture the evolving aspirations of India’s luxury consumers. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gcgH3U79 #Leadership #MoetHennessy #LVMH #LuxuryMarket #WineAndSpirits #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipMoves #PremiumBrands

Debabrata Mukherjee (Debu) has been appointed as the Managing Director of Havmor Ice Cream, the ice cream division of Lotte India Corporation Limited. In this new role, Mukherjee will steer the brand’s strategic direction, drive business growth, and lead innovation initiatives as Havmor strengthens its position as one of India’s fastest-growing ice cream companies. With over three decades of leadership experience, Mukherjee—fondly known as Debu—brings a wealth of expertise from globally recognized organizations, including Bata Bangladesh, Emami Agrotech Limited, United Breweries Ltd., HT Media Group, and The Coca-Cola Company. Most recently, he served as Managing Director at Bata Bangladesh, where he implemented transformative strategies and reinforced the company’s market leadership. Prior to that, Mukherjee held several pivotal roles, including Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Emami Agrotech, Chief Marketing Officer at United Breweries, and Executive Director at HT Media. During his tenure at The Coca-Cola Company, he led marketing, strategy, and operations across India, South West Asia, and Korea, showcasing his ability to manage diverse markets and drive sustainable growth. Known for his strategic foresight, collaborative leadership, and consumer-centric approach, Mukherjee’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Havmor Ice Cream, as the company looks to expand its reach, innovate its offerings, and deliver world-class ice cream under his guidance. #DebabrataMukherjee #HavmorIceCream #LotteIndia #BataBangladesh #EmamiAgrotech #UnitedBreweries #HTMedia #CocaCola #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #IceCreamIndustry #cxolanes

Leadership Announcement | Devyani International Limited Devyani International Limited (DIL) has appointed Akash Srivastava as its Chief Development Officer (CDO) for Non-Yum Brands, marking a significant milestone in the company’s strategic growth journey. With an impressive career spanning over 15 years across retail, hospitality, and real estate development, Akash Srivastava brings extensive leadership experience from reputed organizations such as Raymond Limited, Domino's, Starbucks, KFC, popeyes, Dunkin', and Chaayos. In his new role, he will spearhead network expansion, market entry, and real estate strategy for DIL’s fast-growing Non-Yum portfolio, which includes brands like Costa Coffee, Biryani By Kilo, Hongskitchen.nl , and Chaayos. This appointment comes at a pivotal time as DIL accelerates its brand diversification and expansion strategy, having recently enhanced its presence through strategic investments in Sky Gate Hospitality Pvt Ltd ( Biryani By Kilo) and a majority acquisition in KFC Thailand. Key Highlights: Strengthened Leadership: Reinforces DIL’s vision of building a robust leadership team to drive scalable growth. Strategic Focus: Enhances development of non-Yum brands, broadening DIL’s market footprint beyond its Yum! Brands franchise (KFC & Pizza Hut ). Proven Expertise:Recognized by BW Businessworld (40 Under 40) and The Economic Times (Top Retail Minds) for his impact on India’s QSR and retail landscape. With Srivastava’s appointment, DIL continues to cement its position as one of India’s leading food service operators, combining innovation, expansion, and operational excellence. Key Leaders at Devyani International Limited Akash Srivastava:Chief Development Officer – Non-Yum Brands Ekta Upadhyay— Assistant General Manager & Head of Marketing for Costa Coffee, Airports Business, and New York Fries Monika Mehra— Head of Talent Management and Learning & Development Giri Prasad BD —AGM BD ( South) except TN Nirmal Vijayan —Lead BD @ Costa Coffee INDIA · 👉Follow TU.RATHISH MENON, Franchise and Business Coach, for the best franchise opportunities and the latest insights on franchise, business, and the people shaping tomorrow’s Business World.👍 #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #DevyaniInternational #QSR #Hospitality #RetailExpansion #CostaCoffee #BiryaniByKilo #HongsKitchen #Chaayos #FoodBusiness #StrategicLeadership #IndiaBusiness #FranchiseDevelopment #BrandDiversification

Bonjour Les Amis! L’Oréal, Pernod Ricard top executives in India this week amid slowdown Top leaders from Pernod Ricard and L’Oréal are visiting India this week to evaluate their operations and consider restructuring amid a slowdown. Pernod Ricard:   • The global executive committee—including Alexandre Ricard (Chairman), CFO Helene de Tissot, Maria Pia De Caro (Head of Integrated Ops), and HR head Cedric Ramat—will spend two days in India.   • They intend to announce a realignment strategy for the India unit, which could include job cuts and cost-saving measures.   • India contributes about 13% of Pernod’s global sales.   • Sales in India rose by ~6% in the year ending June, but both revenue and profit growth fell short of their typical double-digit levels.   • The business is being scrutinized for “flab”—overlapping roles and scaling too fast.   • The company has already laid off ~40 employees for non-performance/compliance, and may shift ~100 employees to Tilaknagar Distilleries (which acquired part of its business).   • Globally, Pernod is simplifying its structure via its “Tomorrow 2” project—grouping brands into two divisions to become more agile.   • It is investing nearly ₹1,800 crore to build a large Asian distillery in Nagpur, but raised excise duties on made-in-India foreign liquor (by 50%) could hurt margins. L’Oréal:   • Its growth in India slowed sharply to 5% in FY25, down from ~14% the previous year.   • Competition from youth-oriented D2C brands is pressuring L’Oréal’s performance.   • In July 2025, L’Oréal appointed Jacques Lebel as India country manager (replacing Aseem Kaushik, who becomes India chairman).   • The India operations, which earlier reported directly to headquarters, will now be more directly managed by the MNC’s leadership.   • The visit also sees Nicolas Hieronimus (L’Oréal CEO) and board members—such as Eben’s former Chairman Paul Bulcke and Sodexo CEO Sophie Bellon—meeting in Mumbai to review strategy for India. The simultaneous visits underscore India’s strategic importance for both companies, especially as global growth slows and India remains one of the few high-growth markets. https://lnkd.in/dcxdvjVh

#LuxurySpirits Moët Hennessy India, part of LVMH, has appointed Siddharth Suri as its new Managing Director to drive its growth strategy in the country’s luxury wines and spirits segment. Suri, who brings over 24 years of experience from companies like PepsiCo, Diageo, and The Coca-Cola Company-Cola, returns to Moët Hennessy after an earlier stint as Sales Director. His mandate includes overseeing brands like Dom Pérignon, Hennessy, and Moët & Chandon, with a focus on strengthening consumer engagement, driving innovation, and developing a long-term strategy for the Indian market. Anne-Claire Delamarre, President, Asia Pacific, highlighted India as a market of immense potential. Suri's leadership, proven track record, and deep market knowledge position him perfectly to lead the company's expansion, blending local relevance with international luxury standards to set new benchmarks. Read the story: https://ow.ly/3SIP50X3vjP Story by: Saptopriya G. #MarketExpansion #LeadershipChange #IndiaBusiness #IndustryNews #LuxuryBrands

Kult App has appointed seasoned retail leader Rishi Patnaik as Chief Business Officer (CBO). In his new role, Rishi will be responsible for driving Kult’s business growth, brand strategy, and market expansion as the company continues to scale its presence in the beauty and personal care space, according to a press release. Before joining Kult, Rishi worked with brands like NykaaFashion, Jabong, and noon, among others. In his last stint as Senior Vice President at Nykaa Fashion before joining Kult, he contributed strong experience in e-commerce strategy, business development, and brand management in nurturing one of India's leading fashion destinations. Prior to Nykaa Fashion, Rishi was in senior leadership positions at Noon, Jabong, and Landmark Group (Lifestyle). 👉Read More: https://lnkd.in/dbzCXQ4G #rishipatnaik #cbo #business #kult #kultapp #retail #fashion #marketing #fmcg #consumerproducts #nykaa #Nykaafashion #jabonf #noon #leader #leadershipannouncement

New Issue Out Now! India’s hospitality industry stands at a turning point — where opportunity meets transformation. In our latest issue of World of Hospitality, we explore how industry bodies like HRAWI and FHRAI can evolve from being representatives to becoming true catalysts of change — shaping policy, driving innovation, and building the future of Indian hospitality. 💡 Read the full story and more industry insights inside. https://lnkd.in/gHQbpryW FHRAI Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) #WorldOfHospitality #HospitalityNews #FHRAI #HRAWI #HospitalityIndustry #TourismIndia #Leadership #InnovationInHospitality

Akash Srivastava joins Devyani International Limited as Chief Development Officer. With ₹4,950 crore revenue in FY25 (~39% YoY growth) and 2,039 stores across India, Thailand, Nigeria, and Nepal, Devyani is scaling fast. Akash brings 15+ years of experience in real estate, business development, and retail operations with Starbucks India, KFC, Domino's, Dunkin', Chaayos, Hongs Kitchen, and Raymond Lifestyle Limited. At a pivotal moment of store expansion, brand acquisitions, and market growth, his expertise could be a key driver for Devyani’s next phase. Honors & Achievements: Economic Times — Top Retail Minds Award BusinessWorld — 40 Under 40 Jubilant’s youngest AVP at 34 Led the launch of Popeyes and opened 800+ Domino’s stores At Raymond, doubled mall store count — adding 230+ stores in just 22 months (vs. 1,600 in 30 years) “At Devyani, our strategy is to be a dominant food court player across highways, key malls, and within city limits. We’re bringing in strategic brand partnerships while expanding our own portfolio — leveraging technology and data to power smarter growth,” — Akash Srivastava, CDO, Devyani International Read my full stories: https://lnkd.in/g-SKSr98 https://lnkd.in/gQZr8yDs #DevyaniInternational #QSR #RetailExpansion #BusinessDevelopment #Leadership #RealEstateStrategy #FoodAndBeverage #Indiaretailing #BusinessOfFood