Experienced National Head with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry. Skilled in Retail, E-commerce, General Management , Buying , Merchandising and Category Management . Strong Retail professional graduated from Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad.

• Dr. Shashank Bhalkar is presently the Executive Director at PFNDAI.
• After doing a Doctorate in Food Technology from UDCT, Mumbai University, he did his Post-Doctoral Research in Biochemistry from Ehime University, Japan.
• He has over 27 years of rich experience working in (R&D, QA, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Procurement), in the Nutritional Food / Nutraceuticals Industry.
• He worked in various Indian and Multinational industries which are in the business of manufacturing Nutritional and Nutraceutical products. The organizations include reputed manufacturers like FDC Ltd, Raptakos Brett & Co. Ltd., Herbalife International, and Abbott Nutrition.

Vetri Selvan is a South Indian culinary consultant and hospitality operations specialist with over 22 years of experience across India, Canada, and the United States. As Principal Consultant at Brand Mantra LLC, he advises restaurant groups, hotels, and food service operators on menu innovation, operational efficiency, and regionally-rooted culinary authenticity.

He has worked closely with leading names in the hospitality and food service industry, including Wrapafella (Roadster Hospitality), Sodexo India, Mexicali Rosa's (Canada) in critical advisory and operational capacities. His original contributions to menu development and operational systems date back to 2017.

Vetri is the author of Healing Thindi: Traditional South Indian Cuisine , and has spoken at industry platforms including FCIC West India Edition, where he addressed culinary creativity and menu innovation. He has also been featured in Incredible World of Hospitality News as a recognized voice in the HoReCa space.

Vetri brings a rare blend of hands-on culinary expertise and business consulting perspective, bridging regional authenticity with the operational demands of modern hospitality.

Arjunraj Kohli is the Business Head at Taurus Foods, with over 14 years of experience in the frozen food industry. He leads the company’s business operations and growth across its two manufacturing units in North India, specialising in non-vegetarian frozen food products. Under his leadership, Taurus Foods serves leading QSR chains, flight kitchens, cloud kitchens and hotels across India and international markets. His expertise spans food manufacturing, B2B partnerships, product development and building scalable solutions for the foodservice industry.

• Ms. Nitika Vig is a nutrition scientist specializing in scientific studies, strategic communication, and innovative nutrition solutions tailored for different age groups.
• Her work focuses on enhancing micronutrient bioavailability and food formulation to support optimal health across life stages. As a leader in Nutrition Strategy and Communication across India, the Middle East, North Africa, Pakistan, and Sub-Saharan Africa, she bridges scientific research, business strategy, and consumer insights to drive science-backed innovations in the food and beverage industry.
• Her expertise spans food innovation, micronutrient fortification, public health nutrition, and consumer science, ensuring that nutrition solutions are both effective and consumer-friendly.
• She works closely with scientific institutions, industry partners, and cross-functional teams to integrate emerging nutrition trends into product development and strategy. 
• With a strong focus on evidence-based decision-making, Nitika helps shape impactful nutrition initiatives that align with evolving health trends, regulatory landscapes, and market demands.