Rakesh Kothari

Rakesh Kothari has extensive experience in the finance sector, with a specific focus on FMCG companies. From 2011 to the present, they have held the role of CFO at Capital Foods Limited, where they have been able to shape the overall strategies and direction of the organization. In addition to their financial responsibilities, Rakesh has also been involved in due diligence processes and introducing foreign private equity funds as shareholders. Prior to their role at Capital Foods Limited, they worked for Saint Gobain from 1995 to 2011, serving as the Head of Financial Services.

Rakesh Kothari has a degree in B.Com and is a Chartered Accountant from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

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Mumbai, India

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Capital Foods Private Limited

Good Taste knows no boundaries! Discover the world of Ching's Secret and Smith & Jones. In just over 2 decades, Capital Foods has become one of India’s fastest growing food companies. Our single-minded mission is to bring excitement to the dining table of every household - 3 times a day, 7 days a week, on all 365 days a year. We believe that "Good Food Knows No Boundaries" and we try to deliver the same via our brand and product offerings nationally and internationally. Committed to the concept of ‘Global Food Culture’ we make global flavours accessible by curating, perfecting and integrating culinary trends. Our innovative approach has turned our brands, Ching’s Secret and Smith & Jones, into internationally recognized multi-million dollar brands. Based on extensive consumer research that explores a variety of cooking needs, we serve up dining and snacking solutions. Ching’s Secret owns the ‘Desi Chinese’ cuisine block and offers masalas, soups, sauces, noodles, oats and chutney. Smith & Jones offers Indian cooking pastes, sauces and masalas. In a highly competitive category, both brands have a strong shelf presence thanks to our team’s innovative distribution and marketing strategies. Capital Foods has now partnered with international food companies to further expand our food portfolio. Our core team is committed to our mission and keeps the Company’s flag flying high. We offer opportunities to those with a passion for good food and looking to implement innovative thinking when it comes to marketing, sales and new product development – to help us constantly delight, surprise and excite our consumers’ palates.


Headquarters

Mumbai, India

Employees

1,001-5,000

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