DreamFolks Names Shekhar Sood as its new Chief Financial Officer to Accelerate Strategic Growth and Stakeholder Value

Mumbai, 30th April, 2025: DreamFolks, India’s leading travel and lifestyle experience company, today announced the appointment of Shekhar Sood as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective April 30, 2025.

With nearly two decades of global experience across listed entities, multinationals, and high-growth private companies, Shekhar brings a proven track record of delivering strategic outcomes and building financial resilience. As CFO, he will lead DreamFolks’ overall finance function, spearhead value-driven initiatives, and support the company’s next phase of technology-led expansion. He will report to Ms. Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson & Managing Director.

Previously, Shekhar served as CFO at Bajaj Capital Group, where he played a pivotal role in aligning financial operations with strategic business objectives. His earlier stints include leadership roles at Socomec India, Ambuja Cements, CLAAS Agricultural Machinery, Nangia & Co., and Grant Thornton (WCC).

An executive alumnus of ISB, Shekhar is a Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, and executive MBA, with certification in IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards). His core expertise spans strategic planning, IPO management, M&A, investor relations, treasury, ESG, enterprise risk, and regulatory compliance (LODR, ICDR). Recognized as a Visionary Leader – 2024 by Financial Express and the Best Technology-Driven CFO of the Year – 2024, Shekhar is known for his entrepreneurial mindset, sharp business acumen, and ability to build high-performance teams. He frequently contributes thought leadership to platforms such as CXO Tech Magazine and speaks at premier institutions like IIMs and IITs.

Commenting on the appointment, Ms. Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson & Managing Director, DreamFolks, said, “At DreamFolks, we’ve built a category-defining brand that is not only pioneering travel and lifestyle experiences but also setting new industry benchmarks on how convenience and comfort are delivered to modern travelers. As we step into a new phase of scale and strategic evolution, I’m delighted to welcome Shekhar to the leadership team. His deep expertise in leading financial strategies for high-growth, innovation-led companies makes him uniquely suited to support our ambitious vision. With Shekhar’s leadership, we aim to further strengthen our financial foundation, reinforce governance, and unlock long-term value for all stakeholders. His insights will be invaluable as we continue to accelerate what’s working, expand into new opportunities, and shape the future of travel experiences.”

On his appointment, Shekhar Sood, CFO, DreamFolks, said, “DreamFolks is already at the forefront of transforming travel & lifestyle experiences through its technology-driven ecosystem and differentiated client offerings. I am excited to join a company that not only leads its category but continuously redefines it. My focus will be to enhance financial agility, enable scalable systems, and support strategic vision with strong governance and capital efficiency. I look forward to contributing to the next chapter of growth and to creating sustainable value for all stakeholders.”

This appointment reinforces DreamFolks’ commitment to strengthening its leadership team as it drives sustainable, tech-enabled growth and deepens value creation for all its stakeholders.