Allied Blenders and Distillers Welcomes Anil Somani as New CFO

Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABDL), India’s third-largest spirits company, has appointed Anil Somani as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He succeeds Ramakrishnan Ramaswamy, who contributed significantly to the company's success over the past 15 years. 

With over 32 years of experience, Somani brings a wealth of knowledge to ABDL, having held senior finance roles across various sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and global corporations. A Chartered Accountant, he has demonstrated expertise in Strategy and Financial Management, Internal Controls, ERP Implementation, Digital Transformation, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Mergers and Acquisitions. Somani is also a certified SAP FICO Consultant and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), with a strong track record of leading multiple ERP implementations.

Alok Gupta, MD of ABDL said, “We are excited to welcome Anil to our leadership team. His deep knowledge of financial management and transformation will be crucial as we pursue our strategic goals. We are confident that his business acumen will enhance our operational efficiency and contribute to our growth trajectory.”

Before joining ABDL, Somani served as the CFO of Bata India Limited and held key financial roles at organizations like Reliance Retail, Infiniti Retail (Croma), Walmart India, and Metro Cash and Carry India. He has been recognized for driving profitable growth, improving supply chain efficiencies, and spearheading finance and technology initiatives.

Somani said, "I am privileged to join Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited, a leader in the Indian spirits industry. I look forward to contributing to the company’s vision of financial efficiency and profitability and working closely with the team to strengthen our market position."

As ABDL continues its expansion, Somani’s leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and supporting the company’s long-term growth.