Balakumar Chandrasekaran has joined SPR India as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, where he will lead the company’s flagship businesses—Market of India and Mall of Madras in Chennai. In this strategic role, he will be responsible for strengthening operations, enhancing customer experience, and driving the next phase of growth across these landmark retail destinations.
In his new mandate at SPR India, Balakumar will work closely with cross-functional teams, partners, and key stakeholders to further position Market of India and Mall of Madras as premier commercial and lifestyle hubs in the region. His focus will be on elevating operational excellence while building sustainable and scalable business models aligned with evolving consumer expectations.
Balakumar brings over 25 years of experience across retail and business transformation, having led and contributed to diverse areas of organizational growth. His career reflects a strong emphasis on customer-centric strategies, team development, and execution excellence, shaped by long-standing exposure to dynamic business environments.
At SPR India, he is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening leadership capabilities and building high-performing teams that can deliver consistent value across its retail assets. His appointment aligns with the company’s broader vision of accelerating growth and enhancing its footprint in India’s evolving retail landscape.
Expressing enthusiasm about his new role, Balakumar noted his focus on collaboration, innovation, and long-term value creation. He acknowledged the trust placed in him by the leadership team at SPR India and emphasized his commitment to contributing to the continued success and expansion of Market of India and Mall of Madra