As Founder and Managing Director of House of Chonas Collaborative (HOCCO), Ankit Chona
represents the third generation of a family deeply rooted in India's culinary landscape. His vision
has transformed traditional F&B concepts into modern, globally appealing brands.
Education & Early Career- With a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Purdue
University (2004), Ankit gained valuable operational expertise at Panera Bread in the US before
returning to India to revolutionize the family's F&B ventures.
Building the HOCCO Portfolio- Under Ankit's leadership, HOCCO has cultivated five distinct brands:
● HOCCO Ice-Creams: Reimagining premium ice cream experiences with innovation at its
core
● HOCCO Eatery & 1944 The Hocco Kitchen: Modern QSR and fine dining concepts
blending tradition with contemporary appeal
● Huber&Holly: An innovative ice cream destination offering freshly churned experiences
since 2016
● Phab: A wellness brand co-founded with Gayatri Chona, born from personal
commitment to health and fitness
Beyond Business
● Active member of YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) India chapter
● Boardmember of HRAWI (Hotels and Restaurants Association of Western India)
● Strategic investor through the Chona family office in diverse sectors including:
○ Sustainable agriculture
○ Everyday essentials
○ Foodtechnology
○ Travel solutions
Ankit's approach combines entrepreneurial insight with a commitment to innovation, establishing
him as a key figure in India's evolving F&B landscape. Through HOCCO's various ventures, he
continues to bridge traditional values with modern aspirations, creating brands that resonate
both locally and globally
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