Hyderabad, 4th November 2026: EBG Group, a Hyderabad-headquartered diversified enterprise with interests spanning electric mobility, consumer appliances, wellness, lifestyle, food and beverages, and technology,has strengthened its executive leadership with two senior appointments and a strategic internal promotion. Rakesh Kumar Sharma joins as Group Chief Operating Officer, Geetanjali Gusain as Group Chief Transformation Officer, and Omkar Navge has been elevated to Group Chief Sales Officer.
The leadership changes mark an important step in EBG Group's next phase of growth, with a focus on strengthening governance, accelerating business execution, developingleadership capabilities and establishing scalable operating systems across its expanding portfolio.
EBG Group has been building a diversified portfolio that includes eBikeGo, Vajram Electric, Daewoo Appliances in India, Carlton Wellness, Adhira & Appa Café and Chhota Bheem Family Café. Its recent expansion includes the launch of the first Daewoo Experience Store in Ghaziabad and the inauguration of Vajram Electric'sintegrated manufacturing and distribution facility in Hyderabad.
Dr. Irfan Khan, Founder and Chairman, EBG Group, said: "Building businesses is one achievement. Building an institution capable of scaling them sustainably is the next. As EBG enters a new phase of growth, our priority is to strengthen the systems, leadership and accountability that connect every business underOne EBG. Geetanjali, Rakesh and Omkar bring complementary strengths in transformation, operations and sales. Their appointments reflect our commitment to professional leadership, disciplined execution and a culture of ownership, while staying true to our philosophyof People, Planet and Progress."
Rakesh Kumar Sharma – Group Chief Operating Officer
Rakesh Kumar Sharma brings over 25 years of experience in retail, consumer businesses, omnichannel operations and large-scale business management. An alumnus of IIMKozhikode and ISB Hyderabad, he has held leadership responsibilities across organisations including Walmart, Reliance Retail, Metro Cash & Carry and Hippo. His experience includes managing large retail networks, fulfilment infrastructure, distribution operationsand teams across multiple markets.
As Group Chief Operating Officer, Rakesh will focus on strengthening operational efficiency, execution capabilities, customer experience and scalable business processesacross EBG Group's portfolio.
"EBG has developed a diverse portfolio with significant growth opportunities. My focus will be on translating that potential into consistent execution, operationalexcellence and a strong customer experience across every business and market,” said Rakesh Kumar Sharma.
Geetanjali Gusain – Group Chief Transformation Officer
Geetanjali Gusain brings 22 years of experience across hospitality, real estate, financial services, agritech, sustainability and organisational transformation. Herprofessional experience includes engagements with Plantix Agritech India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of HELM AG, and Sneh Consulting Private Limited. At EBG Group, she will lead organisation-wide transformation initiatives focused on leadership development, talentcapabilities, governance, performance management, process excellence and building a unified organisational culture.
