In a surprising turn of events, Akriti Chopra, co-founder and Chief People Officer of Zomato, has stepped down from her role, effective immediately. Chopra, who has been instrumental in shaping the company’s people strategy, announced her resignation in an email addressed to CEO Deepinder Goyal.
Chopra joined Zomato in its early days and played a pivotal role in its journey from a food discovery platform to a global food tech giant. Her leadership in managing Zomato’s culture, people, and talent acquisition helped the company scale rapidly.
In her resignation email to Goyal, Chopra expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside the founding team and noted the importance of Zomato in her personal and professional journey. She wrote:
“Dear Deepinder, After much reflection, I have decided that it is time for me to step down from my role at Zomato. It has been a truly enriching journey, filled with both challenges and successes. I feel an immense sense of pride in what we’ve built together and the incredible people we’ve brought on board. But now, I believe it’s time for me to take a step back and explore new avenues. I will always remain a Zoman at heart, and I’m confident that Zomato will continue to grow and succeed under your leadership. I wish the entire team nothing but the best.“
Chopra’s resignation comes at a time when Zomato is focusing on profitability and streamlining its operations after a successful IPO. Her departure raises questions about Zomato’s leadership structure moving forward, although the company is yet to announce her successor.
Deepinder Goyal, in response to her email, acknowledged Chopra’s contributions and praised her dedication over the years. He assured stakeholders that Zomato remains committed to its people-first culture even as they navigate this transition.
This marks the end of an era for Chopra at Zomato, but her impact on the company’s culture and growth will be remembered as the food tech giant moves into its next phase.