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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.
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Safex Group appoints Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer
Former Standard Chartered executive to steer finance
NEW DELHI: Safex Chemicals has appointed Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for the next phase of expansion in specialty chemicals and global agrochemicals.
In her new role, Malhotra will lead the group’s financial strategy, capital architecture and governance framework as Safex scales operations across multiple verticals including branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing.
A chartered accountant and graduate of Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi, Malhotra brings more than two decades of experience in business finance, strategic planning, corporate banking and client management.
Before joining Safex, she served as executive director, financial markets at Standard Chartered, where she led teams across India and Sri Lanka and worked closely with large corporates, global subsidiaries and commercial banking clients. Her expertise includes capital structuring, treasury operations, risk management and financial markets led financing solutions.
Safex Group promoter director and joint managing director Piyush Jindal, said the appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company. “Safex stands at an inflection point as we build an integrated platform across branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing. Richa’s experience across global financial institutions will strengthen our financial discipline and help unlock value across the group,” he said.
Malhotra said she was looking forward to contributing to the company’s next chapter of growth. “Safex has built a strong reputation over 35 years with its focus on integrity, innovation and agricultural insight. I am excited to be part of the organisation as it expands its footprint in India and global markets,” she said.
The appointment comes as Safex continues to strengthen its financial foundations and scale operations internationally, positioning itself for future growth milestones.
