Brands
La Chérie expands to Mumbai with a taste of everyday indulgence
MUMBAI: La Chérie is a premium dessert brand celebrated for its artisanal cheesecakes, exceptional craftsmanship, and honest baking philosophy. Known for creations like the airy Japanese Cheesecake, indulgent New York Cheesecake, decadent San Sebastian Burnt Cheesecake, and charming Mini Bento Cheesecake Boxes, the brand has won over dessert lovers with its commitment to using only the finest ingredients, without preservatives, bulking agents, compound chocolate, gelatin, or agar-agar. Because you deserve a little indulgence. Everyday.
Founded in 2020 by Supriya Konduskar and co-founder Abhijeet Konduskar, La Chérie began as a home kitchen passion project during the COVID-19 lockdown. Over the past four years, it has grown into a nationally recognised name, admired for its quality, craftsmanship, and personal touch, reflecting how women entrepreneurs are redefining India’s F&B landscape.
La Chérie, which has built a loyal following and “ruled” the dessert scene in Pune, is now planning to bring its handcrafted creations to Mumbai. The expansion will allow the brand to connect with the city’s discerning dessert lovers and offer them the La Chérie experience, fresh, authentic, and made with love.Currently, these indulgent creations are also available for online ordering on Swiggy and Zomato.
“We’ve built a loyal community in Pune, and now we’re ready to share our cheesecakes with Mumbai,” says Supriya. “This expansion is more than a milestone, it’s a celebration of women who dare to dream, create, and lead.”
Co-Founder Abhijeet Konduskar added, “Our growth has always been guided by quality and the trust we’ve earned from our customers. This store will allow them to experience the heart of La Chérie, authentic flavours, meticulous artistry, and the warmth we stand for.”
Brands
Rohini Laya Venkateswaran named executive director at Gillette India
P&G veteran with two decades of experience steps into leadership role
NEW DELHI: Rohini Laya Venkateswaran has been appointed executive director at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd., bringing with her more than two decades of experience across sales, strategy and brand leadership within the consumer goods sector. In her new role, she will help steer the company’s strategic direction and growth while strengthening its footprint in the grooming and personal care category.
Venkateswaran joins the board after a long career at Procter & Gamble, where she spent nearly 21 years shaping sales strategy, building brands and driving market expansion across India and international markets.
Most recently, she served as chief sales officer for India at P&G. Prior to that, she was vice president and country manager for east gulf markets, overseeing operations in Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar while also guiding sales strategy across the Gulf region, including the UAE.
Earlier in her career, she led sales strategy and planning for India while serving as marketing leader for brands such as Olay and Old Spice. During this stint, she focused on reshaping go-to-market channels and building awareness through digital, social and influencer-led campaigns to drive growth.
Her journey at P&G also included roles such as director sales strategy and planning leader India, associate director modern retail and ecommerce, regional manager for Delhi and Rajasthan, and several key account and trade marketing roles across the country. She also spent time in the United States working on the P&G Walmart international team, collaborating on global retail initiatives.
Venkateswaran holds an MBA in marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from RV College of Engineering.
With her mix of sales acumen, brand-building experience and global exposure, Venkateswaran’s appointment signals a sharpened focus on growth and market leadership for Gillette India.
