Akash Srivastava is a highly accomplished retail and hospitality professional with over 15 years of experience across retail real estate, franchising, leasing, project management, and market-entry strategy. Currently serving as Chief Business Development Officer (Non-Yum Brands) at Devyani International Limited, Akash leads growth for the company’s non-Yum portfolio, driving structured expansion across malls, high streets and emerging consumption hubs.
The Expansion Strategist Shaping India’s Modern Retail & QSR Landscape
Over the course of his career, Akash has played a pivotal role in the rollout of 1,100+ stores, including 800+ outlets during his tenure at Jubilant FoodWorks. His expansion expertise spans some of India’s most iconic and high-growth brands such as Raymond Lifestyle, Domino’s Pizza, Starbucks, Chaayos, KFC, Popeyes, Dunkin’ and Hong’s Kitchen.
A specialist in large-scale rollouts and site selection, Akash is known for introducing technology-led expansion frameworks, leveraging data analytics for site research, revenue forecasting, and process optimisation. He has successfully built and institutionalised Site Research, PMO, and Asset Management verticals, bringing predictability and discipline to high-velocity growth environments.
Education Qualification & Accolades
Akash holds an MBA in Retail Management from the Birla Institute of Management (2009) and a degree in Hotel Management (2006). His contributions to the sector have earned him prestigious recognitions, including Business World 40 Under 40 and Economic Times – Top Retail Minds (Asia, Africa & GCC), reinforcing his reputation as one of India’s most influential growth leaders in retail and QSR.
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