Epigamia has announced a major leadership change, appointing Ritesh Gauba as its new Chief Executive Officer while elevating Ankur Goel to co-founder and Chief Operating Officer. The move comes as the company looks to strengthen its leadership and build on its recent growth.
The transition follows a strong year for the dairy and healthy foods brand, which recorded over 50% growth in FY26. This performance was driven by better execution, product innovation, and expansion across markets. The company is now aiming to maintain this momentum with a more defined leadership structure.
Ankur Goel, who has been with Epigamia for several years, played a crucial role during a challenging phase for the company. He stepped in to lead operations after the passing of co-founder Rohan Mirchandani in late 2024. Under his leadership, the company not only stabilised but also delivered one of its best-performing years. His elevation to co-founder reflects his contribution and continued importance to the business.
Ritesh Gauba brings extensive experience in the FMCG sector. Before joining Epigamia, he served as General Manager for India at Pladis and has held senior roles at companies such as Mars and Britannia. His expertise in building consumer brands and driving growth is expected to help Epigamia scale its business further.
The leadership change has the backing of the company’s investors, who view it as a step towards long-term growth. With Gauba focusing on overall strategy and expansion, and Goel continuing to drive operations, the company aims to strengthen its position in the competitive packaged foods market.
Epigamia has built a strong presence in categories like yogurt, smoothies, and protein-based snacks, catering to health-conscious consumers. With a sharper leadership focus, the company plans to expand its product portfolio and deepen its reach across India.