Indian Craft Brewery (ICB) has announced the appointment of Kunal Joshi as its new Business Head. Kunal Joshi comes with over two decades in the hospitality and F&B space.
Kunal brings with him an impressive leadership journey with senior roles at Hard Rock Cafe India, V&RO Hospitality, Sidecar India, and Krispy Kreme. From launching high-volume outlets to leading cross-functional teams and driving record-breaking revenues, he has consistently delivered results across formats and regions. During his tenure at Hard Rock Cafe India, he was instrumental in the post-pandemic revival of the brand, successfully launching five new outlets.
In his new role, Kunal will head the overall business operations of ICB’s flagship 2-acre, 1500-seater brewery in Bengaluru. He will lead end-to-end operations while also driving the brand’s taproom expansion plans and multi-vertical growth strategy.
Kunal Joshi, Business Head, ICB, said, “Craft beer is more than just a beverage- it is a celebration of storytelling, community, and passion. These are values I have always resonated with and ICB brings them to life in the most authentic way. I am thrilled to join a team that is so committed and dynamic and I look forward to contributing to the next chapter of this remarkable journey.”
Gopichand, Founder, ICB, said, “Kunal’s appointment comes at a time when ICB is entering a new phase of growth and experimentation. His deep understanding of operations and guest experiences, coupled with a proven track record in scaling hospitality brands makes him the ideal partner to help us realise our long-term vision. We are excited to have him on board.”
