Gunjan Soni, an independent director on the Zomato board, has officially resigned from her position. According to a recent statement from the Gurugram-based food delivery giant, her resignation is effective immediately as of October 11, 2024. Soni shared that she made this decision due to her growing professional commitments, which have left her with less time to dedicate to Zomato.

Reason for Resignation

In her resignation email, Soni explained that balancing her increasing responsibilities was becoming difficult. As a result, she decided to step down as an independent director at Zomato. Along with leaving the board, she will also resign from her positions on the company’s Risk Management and Corporate Social Responsibility Committees.

Reflecting on Her Time at Zomato

Gunjan Soni expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to work with Zomato over the past three years. She noted that stepping down was a tough decision, but it was necessary to fulfill her new commitments. Despite this, Soni shared her confidence in Zomato’s leadership and its future direction. She believes the company is well-positioned for continued growth and success.

CEO Appreciates Contributions

Zomato’s founder and CEO, Deepinder Goyal, acknowledged Gunjan Soni’s valuable contributions during her tenure on the board. He praised her insights and guidance, stating, “It has been a privilege to work with Gunjan. Her presence on the board will be greatly missed, but we respect her decision and wish her success in her future endeavors.”

Professional Background

Gunjan Soni currently serves as the CEO of Zalora Group, a leading fashion retailer in Southeast Asia. In the past, she has held senior roles at Myntra, Jabong, Star India, and McKinsey. She joined Zomato’s board before the company’s IPO in July 2021, bringing a wealth of experience in e-commerce and management.