Mumbai: The face of Conde Nast India for more than a decade and the fashion baron who built it into the brand that it is today, Alex Kuruvilla, has stepped down from his role as managing director. From 1 July onwards, he will be metamorphosing into a new role with the company as non-executive chairman.

Speaking about this development, Kuruvilla says, “After an incredible 17 years founding and building Conde Nast’s Indian operations, and after much thought and contemplation, I feel it’s time to move on to the next chapter of my life. I have decided to step down as managing director and will be transitioning to a new role with the company as non-executive chairman with effect from July.

It’s been an exhilarating ride, launching four iconic brands - Vogue, GQ, CN Traveller and AD and leading Conde Nast India’s transformation from a magazine company to a digital-first multi-platform group, all along remaining the most admired and dominant premium media platform in India.

It’s been a privilege to have worked in such an incredible culture alongside some of the world’s most talented people.

I am proud of the successful organisation we have built together - Conde Nast India was one of the company’s best performing markets in 2022. I leave it in good hands and great shape. In my new role, I’ll support and advise the new leadership, for which the company will be initiating a search.   

It’s exciting to see India become such an important hub for the company and I look forward to seeing how the next chapter unfolds.”

He adds, “This will allow me to pursue my other interests; amongst other things, my passion of two decades - technology investing and mentoring start-ups in AI, fintech, D2C, wellness etc. I’ll now have more time to focus on non-profits - I am an Advisor to the Kochi Biennale and a Trustee of the Save Life Foundation, one of India’s finest NGOs.”