ANJ Group appoints Dr Ashfaq Ul Ahad as chief people officer

ANJ Group, a leading design and build firm in India, has appointed Dr Ashfaq Ul Ahad as its Chief People Officer (CPO). This strategic move underscores ANJ’s commitment to fostering inspiring workplaces and a culture where people thrive.

Dr Ul Ahad brings with him over 25 years of experience across various sectors, including hospitality, banking, technology, telecom, logistics, and education. He has held leadership roles in renowned organisations such as ICICI Bank, GE, Hutchison, and Syntel. 

Notably, he played a pivotal role in shaping capability development for Delhivery’s 75,000-strong workforce. Beyond the corporate world, Dr Ul Ahad co-founded Talent Edge Academy and CollegeDekho Academy, creating learning platforms that bridge the gap between education and employability for young professionals.

At ANJ, Dr Ul Ahad will lead the company’s People & Culture agenda, focusing on nurturing leadership, strengthening employee engagement, driving organisational transformation, and fostering a workplace that inspires creativity and innovation. His appointment aligns with ANJ’s vision to humanise workplaces, foster community connections, and create planet-positive designs that redefine the future of work.

Reflecting on his new role, Dr Ul Ahad expressed enthusiasm about joining ANJ at a transformative juncture. He described ANJ as a “Blue Ocean,” highlighting the company’s potential to lead in shaping the future of workspaces in India. He stated, “ANJ’s manufacturing prowess, customer centricity, coupled with a people-first culture is all poised to move it from a challenger quadrant to a leader. I am tasked to make this happen while creating meaningful impact for our customers, employees and communities alike.”

About ANJ Group

With over 40 years of experience, ANJ Group is a leader in integrated design and build solutions, having delivered more than 100 million sq. ft. of corporate, commercial, and hospitality spaces. The company’s vision is to humanise workplaces, foster community connections, and create planet-positive designs that redefine the future of work.