Atul Ahuja
Mahendra Thakar
Siddharth Hans
PK Thimmayya
Navnath Bambras
Atul Ahuja partnered with Flemingo in 2003 and set up the Indian duty free business. Being a visionary and a true value-builder he continues to be the driving force behind Flemingo’s tremendous success and prosperity over the years. He is instrumental in identifying the potential business opportunities that Flemingo can use to grow, especially inorganically.
A pioneer in Duty Free industry in the African continent, Mahendra embodies Flemingo brand. A founding member of Flemingo in the region, Mahendra joined Flemingo Enterprises FZCO board since inception.
With a flair for venturing into new foray, business strategy, brand relationship and seamless project execution, Mahendra led Flemingo as an acclaimed player in Travel Retail domain. His contribution in this industry for last 25 years is well recognised by numerous Government authorities, dignitaries and globally renowned brand owners alike.
Started from a humble beginning, with his vision, strategy and never say die attitude, Mahendra moved up in the corporate ladders quickly and currently heading the Organisation as Chief Executive Officer.
Optimist, who believes there is no failure, and entrepreneur at heart with more than 25 years in business leadership. Experienced In all aspects of business formation, operation, finance, and management. Visionary business developer with deep knowledge in GCC region. Effective communicator and motivator who identifies and leverages assets in team members to reach organizational goals, and full personal potential.
Siddharth started the journey of entrepreneurship in the early stages of his life, which lead him to adopt different ways and strategies to succeed throughout carving his way to becoming one of the most prestigious entrepreneurs in the region. Having many companies, shares, investments, and real estate under his portfolio. As well as adapting his style and techniques to match the new technologies and business strategies to continue that success, and to elevate his investments and companies to match the current market conditions.
Siddharth started his journey in early 2000, by founding and managing Hyperion in Dubai, UAE. Started from scratch till becoming one of the region's market leaders in trading, distribution, and manufacturing. Hyperion became a reliable partner under Siddharth's leadership in the Middle East, Europe, and the Far East.
One of the most recent accomplishments is joining the Flemingo Enterprises FZCO board in 2021, with a vision to transform the organization to become the most preferred retail and duty-free shops in the Middle East, and Africa. In RAK Airport Duty free Concession, he will provide strategic guidance to the Board.
He has led to strengthening the business fundamentals and opening up new business opportunities for expansions, and exploring new markets.
Joined Flemingo Group in 2007 and has sported multiple hats in the Organization. He started off as Vice President Marketing, transitioned to CEO Indian Subcontinent and then elevated to the position of Global Operations Director. In 2014, he was entrusted with Flemingo’s flagship business in Colombo, and he took over as Chief Executive Officer, Sri Lanka. In 2019 he was elevated as CEO Indian Subcontinent and entrusted with the additional responsibility of Indian Operations along with Mumbai Duty Free, one of India’s leading duty-free businesses to date. In 2023, he has taken over the role of CEO Retail Middle East & Africa to spearhead Flemingo’s emerging business.
During his tenure in Flemingo, he has achieved many milestones. Under his leadership Sri Lanka Operations revenue, profitability and market share shot up and was established as the best performing business in Flemingo Group. In RAK Airport Duty free Concession, he will spearhead the business strategy.
Prior to joining Flemingo, for more than two decades, Mr. PK Thimmayya was associated with large retail groups in various Executive positions.
Mr. PK Thimmayya believes in a participative leadership style. He demonstrates an apt combination of people and task orientation. He continuously motivates & nurtures people and encourages them to take up new challenges.
He holds an MBA degree from Mysore University and a BSc from Mangalore University.
Seasoned C-Suite executive with over two decades of international leadership experience across India, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe within airport duty-free and concession environments. As Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer of Flemingo Enterprises FZCO, provides enterprise-wide strategic direction across operational execution, concession economics, financial governance, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance. Currently overseeing businesses across more than 13 African countries, with expansion into new European concessions in the current financial year.
Recognised for aligning commercial growth with institutional governance standards required by international airport authorities and strategic stakeholders.
In RAK Airport Duty free Concession, he will spearhead the Financial strategy.
Mr. Navnath believes in nurturing talents and encourages them to take up new challenges. He demonstrates an apt combination of people and task orientation.
He holds Finance degree from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India as well as Diploma in Tax Management.
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