As the Chief Financial Officer of Safaricom PLC, East and Central Africa’s most profitable company, Dilip Pal stands as a model of financial excellence and leadership in the hub of corporate finance, where numbers dictate strategy and innovation drives profitability.
With over three decades of unique experience in financial management across multiple global organizations, Dilip Pal has honed an exceptional ability to drive financial transformation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
Dilip’s financial portfolio extends beyond mere number crunching—he is a visionary who integrates data analytics and digital automation into finance. His initiatives in digitization and simplification of business processes have significantly improved customer experience, reinforcing Safaricom’s position as a market leader.
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Before joining Safaricom, Dilip held key financial leadership positions in globally renowned organizations, including DTAC (Thailand), Grameenphone (Bangladesh), Vodafone India, Hutchison Essar, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, and Tata Tinplate.
His track record boasts of turning businesses around, optimizing costs, and driving profitability, earning him accolades as one of the most influential financial leaders in telecommunications.
At DTAC, he spearheaded a successful business turnaround, delivering year-on-year revenue growth after four years of decline while significantly improving EBITDA margins and operational efficiency. At Grameenphone, he drove market share growth, increased revenue, and enhanced financial sustainability, setting a gold standard for financial excellence.
Since assuming the role of CFO at Safaricom, he has been instrumental in ensuring the company’s continued financial strength.
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