Loss of a Visionary: Pepperfry CEO Ambareesh Murty Passes Away Due to Cardiac Arrest

The world of technology and e-commerce was shaken by the sudden and tragic death of Ambareesh Murty, CEO of Pepperfry, a well-known online furniture and homeware marketplace. Murty's death, caused by sudden cardiac arrest, left a void not only in the business community but also in the hearts of those who admired his visionary leadership and innovative spirit.

Ambareesh Murty, aged 51, the co-founder and CEO of Pepperfry, sadly passed away in Leh on Monday night due to a heart attack. This information was shared by Ashish Shah, the co-founder of the omnichannel furniture retail company, in a tweet on Tuesday morning.

In a sincere message, Shah conveyed his profound sorrow and spoke of Murty as a friend, mentor, brother, and soulmate.

"Extremely devastated to inform that my friend, mentor, brother, soulmate @AmbareeshMurty is no more. Lost him yesterday night to a cardiac arrest at Leh. Please pray for him and for strength to his family and near ones," Shah's tweet said.

In 2012, Ambareesh Murty and Ashish Shah founded Pepperfry, an online marketplace focused on furniture and homeware. Over the past decade, Pepperfry has completely transformed the standard retailing industry by integrating a digital catalog, an internal supply chain, and an extensive multi-channel presence spanning over 100 cities across India.

In 2008, Murty was designated as the country manager for India at eBay. After a span of three years, he departed from eBay to establish Pepperfry.

Murty's leadership philosophy is reflected in his commitment to innovation and customer engagement. He understood the evolving needs of the Indian consumer and successfully positioned Pepperfry as a platform that not only offered a wide range of products but also provided a positive and enjoyable experience. Its emphasis on quality, affordability, and convenience has earned Pepperfry a trusted brand. His contributions to the industry, commitment to innovation, and commitment to customer satisfaction have left an indelible mark.

Murty's leadership philosophy is reflected in his commitment to innovation and customer engagement. He understood the evolving needs of the Indian consumer and successfully positioned Pepperfry as a platform that not only offered a wide range of products but also provided a positive and enjoyable experience. Its emphasis on quality, affordability, and convenience has earned Pepperfry a trusted brand.