RMZ - Key Persons

Akshaya Kumar Panda

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Chief Financial Officer for RMZ Real Estate

Akshaya Kumar Panda is the Chief Financial Officer for RMZ Real Estate. In his capacity, Mr. Panda is responsible for managing debt strategies, financial structures, due diligence, financial modeling, and driving the financial growth of RMZ Real Estate. His storied career features an extensive background in the realms of banking and finance, positioning him as an irreplaceable asset to the organization. His wealth of experience and skill set are instrumental in aiding RMZ Real Estate to reach its financial aspirations and drive the company's overall success. Based out of Mumbai, Akshaya has accrued an impressive tenure of nearly 28 years in the corporate banking sphere, marking an unassailable achievement in his professional journey. In March 2022, he ventured into a fresh and promising phase in his illustrious career, aligning himself with the RMZ Corporation as their esteemed Managing Director of Capital Management. Herein, he has been instrumental in shaping the real estate growth trajectory of the RMZ Corporation. Akshaya's tenure at Axis Bank spanned an impressive 21 years and 4 months, during which he held the esteemed position of President and Head of Large Corporates. In this critical role, he managed an impressive and diverse portfolio encompassing 800 large corporate partnerships across varied sectors, overseeing an exposure reaching up to USD 25 billion. His leadership acumen was further demonstrated as he successfully spearheaded a team of 110 dedicated professionals, expertly balancing sourcing and onboarding new businesses, conducting rigorous credit evaluations, supervising investment banking operations, and competently managing transaction banking. During his 4 ½ year overseas stint as the CEO of Axis Bank's Hong Kong Operations & the Head of the International Banking Division, Akshaya was responsible for overseeing the international banking operations spanning across the territories of Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai Representative Office, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Japan, and Colombo. He successfully managed a balance sheet size of USD 15 billion.

Arshdeep Sethi

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Distinguished President - Real Estate
President, RMZ Real Estate

Arshdeep Sethi is the distinguished President - Real Estate of RMZ, a leading name in the real estate industry. As the President of RMZ Real Estate, Arshdeep Sethi holds a pivotal position, where he oversees the company's growth, operations, and acquisitions. He is based out of Bangalore and he leads RMZ's executive board committee, which comprises vertical CEOs and plays a crucial role in shaping the company's strategic direction. Arshdeep has been an inherent part of the firm's growth story since 2004. In his distinguished tenure of over two decades, he has been pivotal in shaping and navigating the strategic direction of RMZ. Serving as the chief architect of the Mergers and Acquisitions division, he has spearheaded key mergers, acquisitions, collaborative ventures and strategic partner alliances. His aspiration is to elevate RMZ to the zenith of the real estate sector, with continued focus on corporate reputation, brand credibility and establishment of an ethically exemplary business known for its transparency and superior quality standards. A veteran with over 30 years of experience spanning industries such as Real Estate, Telecom and Insurance, Arshdeep Sethi currently holds the role of President, RMZ Real Estate at RMZ. He has been instrumental in growing the business through strategic alliances and joint ventures. He has also spearheaded one of the largest transactions in the Indian real estate where RMZ divested 18% of its portfolio to Brookfield Asset Management for over USD 2 billion. This transaction provided the much-needed growth capital to the firm for its next stage of growth and diversification. Arshdeep Sethi is an active participant in the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and is a crucial voice representing the real estate industry in representations to governmental bodies. His influence extends to frequent engagements as a speaker at industry events, an advisory role for esteemed academic institutions, and collaborations with Harvard Business School to shape growth strategies for RMZ.

Avinash Sule

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CEO, RMZ Capital Markets and Investor Relations

Avnish Singh

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Leader
CEO, RMZ Real Estate Investments

Avnish Singh, is an accomplished leader and designated as Chief Executive Officer of RMZ Real Estate Investments. In his capacity as CEO, Avnish leads the strategic growth and development of RMZ Investments' investment portfolio across all geographies. His role encompasses acquisitions, development management and capital raising for strategic investments that contributes towards creating and shaping environmentally conscious and future ready experiences. With a rich and diverse background in the real estate industry, Avnish Singh is uniquely equipped to spearhead RMZ's growth initiatives. A distinguished alumnus of Harvard Business School, Avnish Singh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role. As a founding member of JLL in India, and in leadership roles in GE Capital, Tishman Speyer, his career spans over two decades both in India and international markets, marked by a proven track record in real estate acquisitions, equity joint ventures, development & asset management, construction financing, corporate debt, investor relations, and capital raising. His expertise extends to advising sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and private equity investors, making him an invaluable asset in forging new global partnerships and fortifying existing relationships for RMZ. Avnish Singh's role is pivotal in driving RMZ's hyper-growth strategy, and he possesses a unique blend of strategic vision and execution capabilities that consistently yield results for the company. His wealth of experience and leadership make him a central figure in RMZ's ongoing journey toward sustained success and expansion. Based in Gurgaon, he continues to be a driving force in the real estate industry, exemplifying a commitment to excellence and a dedication to driving RMZ's growth on both the national and international fronts.

Deepak Chhabria

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Chief Executive Officer of RMZ Infrastructure

Deepak Chhabria is the Chief Executive Officer of RMZ Infrastructure and a member of the firm's Executive Committee. In his capacity, Deepak spearheads the company's strategic direction, with emphasis on developing essential infrastructure sectors such as energy, transportation, digital technology, and water management. His primary focus is on driving economic growth, promoting environmental sustainability, and enhancing public health through innovative strategies and digital solutions across all operational domains. Deepak is an erudite in the financial services industry with a career spanning three decades. Holding key management positions at financial institutions like Birla Sun Life, IL&FS Investsmart, Collins Stewart, and Religare Capital Markets. A noteworthy milestone in Deepak's career was his instrumental role in structuring and listing the Religare Health Trust during his tenure as CEO, making it India's First Healthcare Trust listed in Singapore, showcasing Deepak's profound understanding of complex financial transactions and regulatory environments. He is based in Bangalore and his extensive experience encompasses roles in both government and private sector management, where he has been instrumental in facilitating over 40 Indian public market deals. Deepak Chhabria's career is a testament to his unwavering dedication, strategic acumen, and leadership in financial services.