the team

VINOD DAMODARAN

CEO

Vinod Damodaran is an accomplished entrepreneur with over 20 years of valuable experience in operations and management in the Middle East. Following his sales position in the early 2000s, he founded the first D-Group company, Hillstone Equipment. A decisive and result oriented person, he has played a hands-on role in strategically spearheading numerous group operations and ventures to success ever since.  He holds a Master’s degree in Business Management.

Debasis Mitra

DGM - Quarry & Production

Debasis Mitra is a pivotal figure in managing quarry and production operations at CQM. His responsibilities encompass overseeing quarry activities, planning, and implementing cost control solutions. With 28 years of experience in multinational mining organizations, Debasis is a seasoned Mining Engineer specializing in drilling, blasting, mine planning, and design. He holds a dgree in Mining Engineering and ana additional qualification in Strategic management from IIM Kolkata, India. 

Manoj John

Director - Business Development

Manoj John leads business development initiatives at D-Group. His role involves evaluating opportunities for growth in GCC region and emerging markets in Africa and Asia. He has two decades of experience as strategy leader with companies like Citigroup, KK Birla, IPSOS and Frost & Sullivan. His expertise areas are business plans, Valuations, acquisitions, fund-raising, investment and project management. He is professionally qualified with B.Tech in Civil Engineering and MBA in Strategic Management & Marketing. 

Soni John

Finance Manager

Soni John manages the core financial operations for the D-Group as the Finance Manager. He oversees financial planning and analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and seeks continuous improvements in procedures and controls. With over 10 years of experience in accounting, auditing, business valuation, and financial management, Soni brings a wealth of expertise to his role. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, CA Inter, and an MBA.

Aswathy V.S.

Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant for Precision, Hillstone, and KPD, Aswathy is responsible for maintaining accurate books of accounts, overseeing banking activities, managing the general ledger, and executing month-end close procedures. With over 9 years of experience within the group, she excels in financial analysis and forecasting, leveraging her thorough knowledge of accounting principles. Aswathy holds a Master’s degree in Business Management and demonstrates exceptional analytical skills in her role.

Jitesh Kumar

Senior Accountant

Jithesh Kumar serves as the Senior Accountant for the D-Group, overseeing all financial accounts for CQM. He provides expert advice on audits, financial records, and accounting matters, ensuring comprehensive and accurate financial reporting. Jithesh excels in maintaining strong relationships with clients’ accounting departments and demonstrates exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

Mohamed Ibrahim Elbasir

Customer Relations Manager

Mohammed Ibrahim is instrumental in cultivating and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with clients at CQM. His role involves efficiently addressing and resolving customer complaints to ensure lasting satisfaction and loyalty. Additionally, he manages the receivables for key accounts, leveraging his expertise to support and enhance client engagements. With 20 years of experience in customer relationship management within multinational organizations, Mohammed brings a wealth of knowledge and proficiency to his role. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and Business Administration from Zagazig University, Egypt.

Moustafa Elawadi

Public Relations Officer

Moustafa Elwadi serves as the Public Relations Officer (P.R.O.) for D-Group, managing all government-related activities, including the submission of applications and processing of legal documents. With 20 years of strategic experience in communications and a deep knowledge of public relations, Moustafa brings a robust educational background to his role. He holds a Master’s degree in Arabic and Literature and has been a resident of the UAE since 2006.

Sreehari

Administration Assistant

As an Administrative Assistant, Sreehari manages and processes information within the office, coordinating effectively with suppliers and customers to ensure smooth operations and timely dispatches. With 10 years of experience in coordination and administration, he brings a high level of efficiency and organizational skills to his role.

Vinod Kumar

Procurement Officer

Vinod Kumar is a target-driven and skilled negotiator serving as the Procurement Officer for D-Group. He excels in monitoring supplier performance and providing insightful feedback to management. With over 15 years of experience in procurement, Vinod holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Law.

Vidyadharan Bhanu

Factory Manager

An expert fabricator, Vidyadharan is a disciplined, results-oriented, and dedicated member of D-Group. He oversees the planning and leadership of the screen mesh production department, with a proven track record in devising and implementing process improvements to minimize waste, reduce costs, and maximize yield. Vidyadharan holds a diploma in ITI and has been based in the UAE since 1992.

Jerome Miran

Sales Engineer

Jerome Miran oversees technical sales for PCS & Hillstone, focusing on understanding customer needs and engineering tailored solutions for products, equipment, and services. He is responsible for establishing new accounts, identifying potential customers, and planning and organizing sales calls. With 23 years of experience in construction and trading across the Philippines, Kuwait, and the UAE, Jerome has a strong background in civil engineering, logistics, and sales.

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Bipin Venugopal

Labour Supervisor

Bipin is responsible for organizing workflow and ensuring employees understand their duties and delegated tasks. He monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback to management. With 27 years of experience as a Labor Supervisor and Electrical Foreman across India and the Middle East, Bipin holds a diploma in Electrical Engineering.

Mary Frances

Executive Secretary

Mary plays a key role at the D-Group head office, managing calls, taking messages, handling correspondence, maintaining the database, and arranging appointments. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration.

Sharan V Damodaran

Chief Innovation Officer

Sharan, a finance graduate with a BBA degree, is a dynamic entrepreneur who recently joined D-Group. With a passion for innovation and a keen interest in business development, he has taken the lead in establishing Hygiene Collective, a new venture under the D-Group umbrella. Sharan brings a fresh perspective to the group’s diverse portfolio and is committed to driving growth and excellence across all sectors. 

Ashwini Pathade

E-commerce support

As a E-commerce Marketer she is responsible to develops creative digital marketing strategies to direct customers to the company’s website. She  plans digital marketing campaigns, including web, SEO/SEM, email, social media and display advertising to maintain company’s social media presence across all digital channels.

She has done her graduation and post-graduation in computer application from Pune University, India.

ashwini pathade