MUMBAI: The transition has been rather smooth and easy, though we don’t know much about about the parting. Traveltech platform EaseMyTrip on New Year’s day announced that its its chairman & chief executive officer Nishant Pitti had said ta-ta to the company on 31 December, citing personal reasons. Media reports said that Nishant offloaded 1.4 per cent of his stake in Easy Trip Planners – the listed parent – in the open market for Rs 78 crore before departing.
The board met this morning and decided on the appointment of co-founder Rikant Pittie as his replacement for the chairman & co-founder’s position. In his new role, Rikant will lead the company’s strategic initiatives, drive innovation, and enhance customer experiences to further strengthen EaseMyTrip’s position in the industry.
What led to Nishant’s departure is not known, but a company press release emphasised on more than one occasion about Rikant’s ability to lead easemytrip going forward.
Rikant Pittie co-founded EaseMyTrip in 2008 with his brothers Nishant and Prashant Pitti. With over 16 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, he has a deep understanding of market trends and customer needs. Under his leadership, EaseMyTrip has achieved significant growth, reflecting its commitment to a customer-first approach.
“The travel industry is at a transformative juncture where technology and personalisation are redefining how people explore the world. At EaseMyTrip, our mission goes beyond simply offering an enhanced travel experience,” said Rikant, in the release. “It is about setting new benchmarks. We are dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions that empower travellers globally. I am both honoured and thrilled to take on this role and look forward to continuing the company’s journey.”
Rikant has also been recognised for his exceptional contributions to the business landscape, having won the prestigious Fortune India 40 Under 40 and Entrepreneur India’s entrepreneurship of the year in service business – travel category. Notably, Rikant is also the vice-chairman of the CII Delhi State Council for 2024-2025. Among his recent achievements, Rikant has been named among IDFC First Private & Hurun India’s Top 200 Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennium 2024, a testament to his relentless drive and entrepreneurial excellence. He was also honored with the ET Inspiring Leaders Award North 2024 for his exemplary leadership and innovation.
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