GopiChand Cherukuri is the Founder - ICB Indian Craft Brewery and Mr. Philly’s. He brings over 15 years of multidisciplinary expertise spanning analysis, software development, project management, and quality assurance—building a rich, hands on professional journey anchored in both depth and versatility.
After contributing to leading organisations such as HARMAN International, Dell, and Aditi Technologies, he pivoted into entrepreneurship, leveraging a deep grounding in technology, operations, and strategic execution.
Over the years, GopiChand has worked closely with prominent brands including Jockey, Tanishq, and Ironhill, gaining extensive experience in business operations, brand building, and scalable hospitality models. He played an instrumental role in establishing Ironhill Bengaluru as one of the city’s standout breweries and later co-founded the American pop-cuisine brand Mr. Philly’s.
Indian Craft Brewery was born from his immersion in global craft beer culture, where brewing becomes an expression of creativity and community. He envisioned bringing that ethos to India in a meaningful, homegrown way.
Inspired by this culture, he envisioned creating a brewery in India that celebrates the craft of brewing while offering guests a unique and immersive dining experience. His idea was to build a space where people could discover distinctive flavours, enjoy great food, and connect over thoughtfully crafted beer.
Today, as the Co-Founder of Indian Craft Brewery, GopiChand brings together technical expertise, operational strength, and hospitality insight to contribute to the evolving craft beer and dining culture of Bengaluru.
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