Cosmo Films announced the appointment of Pankaj Poddar to the elevated position as the Group CEO of Cosmo Films, Cosmo Ferrites, Cosmo Speciality Chemicals, and Zigly.
He will now head the fast-growing consumer business Zigly for pet care and multiple trade verticals that include Films, Labelling & Packaging, Specialty Chemicals, Ferrites, Masterbatches and Textile Chemicals.
Ashok Jaipuria, Chairman & Managing Director, Cosmo Films, said, “Pankaj’s contribution is immense for the success of Cosmo as is visible in the last few years. R&D, Sales & Marketing competencies, expanded product range and focus on Speciality films have led to the achievement of record EBITDA and an all time high market capitalization. Pankaj has also played a key role in ensuring diversification from the Films business into Ferrites, Speciality Chemicals and Zigly. All of these will make a significant addition to all the parameters of the company – topline, bottomline and market valuations. He is a great asset to Cosmo with his focus, drive and implementation bringing in benefits to the company and its stakeholders.”
Poddar began his journey with Cosmo Films as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in 2011. His contribution to managing Cosmo Films’ India & overseas financial operations led him to be made the CEO of Cosmo Films Ltd. in Aug 2013.
Commenting on his new role Poddar said, “I am delighted to be elevated as the Group CEO. At this point of time Cosmo Films Ltd. is at the pivotal state of its growth with diversification into different sectors. Being a global leader in the films and packaging sector, we aim to be the preferred brand for Specialty Chemicals, Ferrites, Polymers & Pet care.”
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