Mumbai: Bergner India, a premium cookware and kitchen solutions brand, today announced the appointment of Umesh Guptaa as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Bergner Impex (India) Private Limited.
Guptaa, who has been steering Bergner India since its inception as Managing Director, has played a pivotal role in establishing the brand’s presence and bringing global innovation and world-class kitchenware to Indian homes.
In his new role, Guptaa will lead Bergner India’s next chapter of growth, focusing on long-term expansion across categories, channels, and geographies. He will champion innovation, ensuring cookware safety, product performance, and technology-led solutions tailored to Indian kitchens, while promoting healthier cooking.
Beyond product innovation, Guptaa will also strengthen community initiatives, connecting home cooks and professional chefs through learning programs and founder-led conversations. Under his leadership, Bergner aims to evolve from a premium cookware label to a holistic culinary lifestyle brand, aligning with the Bergner Group’s global vision to scale responsibly and with cultural relevance.
Umesh Guptaa, Managing Director & CEO, Bergner India, said, “Bergner entered India with a simple but powerful belief — that Indian kitchens deserve the same level of innovation, safety, and design as any global market. As I step into the role of Managing Director & CEO, my vision is to build and strengthen Bergner India as a trusted companion in every kitchen — one that enables healthier cooking, inspires culinary creativity, and celebrates the emotional bond between food, family and everyday moments. We will continue to invest in product innovation, brand-building and community platforms that bring us closer to the modern Indian consumer.”
Guptaa’s elevation is expected to accelerate Bergner India’s growth, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable innovation, local insights, and premium yet practical kitchen solutions for modern Indian households.
