Shekhar Sood joins DreamFolks as CFO
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In his new role, Sood will lead overall finance function, value driven initiatives, and support company’s tech-led expansion.
DreamFolks, a travel and lifestyle experience company, announced the appointment of Shekhar Sood as its new Chief Financial Officer.
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 Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson & Managing Director.
With nearly two decades of global experience, Sood brings a proven track record of delivering strategic outcomes and building financial resilience. He 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). He has also been recognised as a Visionary Leader – 2024 by Financial Express and the Best Technology-Driven CFO of the Year – 2024.
Commenting on the appointment, Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson & Managing Director, DreamFolks, said, “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, Sood, 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."