DS Group Executive and Leadership Team

Paulo Desessards, the Chief Executive Officer at DS Group, directs the overarching corporate strategy and operational execution across all business verticals. Desessards guides the conglomerate's expansion initiatives, ensuring alignment with market demands in F&B, Hospitality, Mouth Fresheners, Tobacco, Packaging, and Agro forestry. This leadership role involves fostering innovation and driving efficiency throughout the organization. By optimizing resource allocation and identifying new growth avenues, Paulo Desessards ensures the sustained development and competitive positioning of DS Group in its diverse markets. The focus remains on enhancing shareholder value through strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

Thomas Engleby, the President & Chief Executive Officer at DS Group, spearheads the company's strategic vision and global operational framework. Engleby oversees the integration of diverse business units, including F&B, Hospitality, Mouth Fresheners, Tobacco, Packaging, and Agro forestry, ensuring synergistic growth and market penetration. This executive position demands a keen understanding of international business dynamics and a commitment to fostering a culture of excellence. By championing key initiatives and driving performance metrics, Thomas Engleby ensures DS Group maintains its leadership position and expands its influence across various industries. The objective is to deliver consistent value and sustainable expansion.

Sanjay Aneja, the Chief Financial Officer at DS Group, manages the financial health and strategic fiscal planning for the conglomerate. Aneja oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies across F&B, Hospitality, Mouth Fresheners, Tobacco, Packaging, and Agro forestry sectors. This critical role involves ensuring robust financial controls and optimizing capital structure to support growth initiatives. By providing insightful financial analysis and guidance, Sanjay Aneja enables informed decision-making at the executive level, driving profitability and shareholder value. The focus is on maintaining financial stability and facilitating strategic expansion.

Dharmendra Varshney, the Whole Time Chief Financial Officer & Director at DS Group, directs comprehensive financial management and corporate governance. Varshney oversees the fiscal operations and strategic financial direction for the group's diversified interests, spanning F&B, Hospitality, Mouth Fresheners, Tobacco, Packaging, and Agro forestry. This position requires meticulous attention to financial reporting, risk management, and compliance. By ensuring financial integrity and optimizing resource deployment, Dharmendra Varshney supports the long-term sustainability and growth objectives of DS Group. The role is pivotal in maintaining fiscal discipline and driving financial performance across all business segments.

Virender Jindal, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at DS Group, supports the Chief Financial Officer in managing the conglomerate's extensive financial operations. Jindal assists in developing and implementing financial strategies across the F&B, Hospitality, Mouth Fresheners, Tobacco, Packaging, and Agro forestry sectors. This role involves detailed financial analysis, performance monitoring, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes. By ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and supporting key financial initiatives, Virender Jindal plays a vital part in maintaining the fiscal health and operational efficiency of DS Group. The focus is on reinforcing financial controls and supporting strategic growth.

CA.Vikkas Girddhar, the Chief Financial Officer ( Hospitality) at DS Group, leads the financial strategy and operations specifically for the group's hospitality division. Girddhar manages all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis within the hospitality sector, ensuring profitability and operational efficiency. This specialized role requires deep insight into the hospitality industry's financial dynamics. By overseeing financial controls and driving fiscal discipline, CA.Vikkas Girddhar ensures the hospitality segment contributes significantly to DS Group's overall financial success. The objective is to optimize revenue streams and manage costs effectively within this key business area.