Mr. Kalappa K B is a seasoned professional with versatile experience in hospitality, healthcare, and retail. He is currently serving as the Chief People Officer at Mountain Trail Foods Pvt. Ltd. (Chai Point). His belief in understanding the role, not just the job description, helps him to understand and align HR and people strategies with the business.
In his professional journey, he has worked for renowned brands in the hospitality industry like InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, and Taj Hotels. Mr. Kalappa has also worked with Columbia Asia Hospitals and Aster DM Healthcare, leading HR transformation in healthcare sectors as well.
In his current role at Chai Point, he has helped HR move beyond policy and payroll. He is transforming HR into a strategic business enabler that supports growth and innovation.
Mr. Kalappa K B is recognized as one of the Most Inspiring Chief People Officers in India 2025. In an exclusive interview with Corporate TrendZ, Mr. Kalappa shared his long-term vision with the company:
“My long-term vision as Chief People Officer is to lead a people-first, purpose-driven, high-performing organisation. Service businesses like ours thrive when employees feel seen, valued, and empowered. To achieve this, HR leaders must embrace a few fundamental shifts.”
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