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  • Poshn names Anit Kunj Gupta as finance director to lead growth strategy

    Poshn names Anit Kunj Gupta as finance director to lead growth strategy

    MUMBAI: What happens when you mix a food supply chain revolution with 20 years of financial wizardry? You get Anit Kunj Gupta, the latest heavyweight addition to Poshn’s leadership team.

    If you thought supply chain logistics and financial planning couldn’t get exciting, think again. Poshn, founded in 2021, isn’t just another startup; it’s a game-changer in India’s food value chain. And Anit’s arrival promises to turbocharge their ambitious growth plans.

    Poshn announced the appointment of Anit Kunj Gupta as senior director – finance & accounts, ushering in a new era of financial excellence and strategic leadership. Anit’s expertise, honed at industry giants like Zydus Wellness, Whirlpool Corporation, Udaan, and Carlsberg Group, makes him uniquely equipped to streamline Poshn’s financial framework and help SMEs thrive in the food value chain.

    India’s food value chain has always been ripe for disruption, and Poshn has been shaking things up by empowering SMEs with innovative solutions. Now, with $8 million (approximately Rs 65 crore) in equity and another $8 million in debt raised during their pre-Series A funding, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

    With Anit on board, Poshn looks ready to:

    . Expand private label offerings

    . Optimise supply chain processes

    . Penetrate new markets

    How does someone like Anit Kunj Gupta, with two decades of financial experience, approach a startup in full-throttle growth mode?

    Poshn’s co-founder, Shashank Singh expressed excitement about Anit’s appointment, “We are thrilled to welcome Anit to the Poshn family. His extensive experience in the food supply chain and his work with SMEs will solidify our position as a global leader in the food value chain.”

    Meanwhile, Anit himself couldn’t hide his enthusiasm, “I am delighted to join Poshn at such a pivotal phase of its journey. Poshn’s mission to simplify the food value chain resonates deeply with my professional ethos.”

    But here’s the kicker. Anit isn’t just about numbers. When he’s not crunching financials, he’s either driving, playing chess, or cracking jokes. A finance guy with a sense of humour? Now that’s a rarity!

    With an experienced leader like Anit in the driver’s seat, Poshn is poised to navigate the complexities of the food supply chain and emerge as a force to be reckoned with. So, the next time you think of food supply chains, remember: Finance is the secret ingredient.

  • Melorra appoints Kushal Singh as head of marketing

    Melorra appoints Kushal Singh as head of marketing

    Mumbai: Melorra, a homegrown D2C brands designing BIS hallmarked and trendy fine jewellery has announced the appointment of Kushal Singh as head of marketing. Prior to this, Singh was with Domino’s India as vice president – marketing.

    In this new role, Singh will be responsible for leading the brand, marketing and growth strategy for Melorra, said the statement. “He will also help in strengthening brand communication and building capabilities that help scale Melorra’s omnichannel play,” it added.

    Singh’s vast experience with companies such as Carlsberg, Domino’s and ITC will enable him to design and execute integrated marketing programmes that are in sync with the times – something that Melorra is already focusing on.

    “Growing at 200 per cent CAGR, Melorra is one of India’s fastest growing D2C brands. With over 15500 plus designs we have the largest range of trendy fine jewellery available online globally and have become synonymous with the style statement of millennial women,” stated Melorra founder and CEO Saroja Yeramilli. “We witnessed a surge in demand even during the pandemic. As we now enter global markets, we are happy to onboard Kushal Singh to spearhead our marketing efforts. He understands the pulse of our target audience and has incredible credentials of working with renowned brands.”

    “I have always cherished working with brands that endeavour to fulfil customer expectations and market gaps through high-quality products. Melorra has grown rapidly to become one of the most loved lightweight and trendy fine jewellery brands among modern Indian women,” said Kushal Singh. “The international appeal of the designs and the out-of-the-box and highly impactful operational strategies at Melorra have been setting trends in the market. I am glad to be leading Melorra’s marketing efforts and look forward to leveraging my expertise in technology-driven brand growth.”

    Before coming on board at Melorra, Singh has worked with brands like Carlsberg Group, and ITC in various capacities. He has a BE in electronics and communication from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology and a post-graduate diploma in management from the Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata.