Akriti Chopra, co-founder and Chief People Officer (CPO) of online food delivery giant Zomato has stepped down from her position after an impressive 13-year stint. Zomato made the announcement, highlighting Akriti’s immense contribution to the company’s growth over the years. CEO Deepinder Goyal praised her ability to bring structure to challenging situations and for being an integral part of the Zomato journey.
A Journey of Growth and Leadership
Akriti joined Zomato in 2011 as a Senior Manager in Finance and Operations. Over time, her roles expanded as she rose through the ranks. In 2012, she became the Vice President of Finance and Operations. In 2020, she was appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and took on the role of co-founder and CPO in 2021.
Apart from her leadership at Zomato, Akriti is married to Albinder Dhindsa, founder of Blinkit, which Zomato acquired in 2022.
Akriti’s Net Worth and Achievements
Akriti Chopra has made significant financial strides during her time at Zomato. In 2021, her annual salary was ₹1.63 crore, and when Zomato went public the same year, the value of her Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) shares was valued at around ₹149 crore.
In addition to her financial achievements, Akriti has earned numerous accolades, including being listed in Forbes India’s ’30 Under 30′ in 2017. She was also recognized as ‘Woman of the Year’ in 2018 for her leadership and contribution to the corporate world.
Educational Background
Akriti Chopra was born in 1988 and grew up in Gurugram. She completed her schooling at Delhi’s prestigious DPS RK Puram and pursued her B.Com from Lady Shri Ram College. Before joining Zomato, Akriti worked with PwC, specializing in tax and regulatory practice.
As she moves on from Zomato, Akriti leaves behind a legacy of growth, leadership, and excellence.
