With over 18 years of experience in the culinary and opera- tions sectors, Vaibhav is a seasoned leader dedicated to excellence and innova- tion. At present, as the COO of Stellar Concepts Pvt. Ltd., 39 years old Vaibhav spearheads operations for renowned global F&B brands such as PAUL India, Chili’s Grill & Bar for India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, and Cin- nabon & Auntie Anne’s India, driving growth and establish- ing them as industry leaders. He holds a Master's degree from Hammersmith College, London, and a Culinary Arts degree from City and Guilds, University of London, UK. A key figure at Stellar since 2010, Vaibhav has been lead- ing the group's operations since 2016, serving as COO and driving its continued success.Vaibhav believes a leader who prioritizes their team, listens to their needs and fosters a supportive environment not only drives individual growth but also ensures collective success. People-centric leaders understand that the strength of any organization lies in its people.