Sameer Kanodia Wins CEO of the Year Award Again

Lumina Datamatics MD Honoured for Leadership Excellence

Sameer Kanodia , Managing Director and CEO of Lumina Datamatics and Vice Chairman and CEO of TNQTech , has received the CEO of the Year® Award for the second consecutive year. The recognition was presented on 16 February 2026 at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai , highlighting sustained leadership performance and organisational impact.

Leadership Recognition and Evaluation

The CEO of the Year® Award forms part of The Business Leader of the Year® programme, a long-standing leadership recognition platform with more than two decades of legacy. The selection process involves assessment by an independent jury, focusing on multiple performance dimensions.

Evaluation criteria typically include business strategy, corporate governance, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), economic contribution, and broader societal impact. Consecutive recognition signals consistency in leadership effectiveness and strategic execution.

Business Growth and Strategic Direction

Under Kanodia’s leadership, Lumina Datamatics has expanded its footprint as a technology and digital solutions partner serving global publishing and eCommerce sectors. The company delivers digital content services, retail support solutions, and technology-driven business services.

Lumina Datamatics currently supports several leading academic publishers and large-scale global retailers. With operations spanning multiple countries, the organisation maintains a workforce exceeding 7,000 professionals across India and international markets.

Workplace and Industry Standing

The award ceremony also recognised prominent organisations from diverse industries, reflecting the competitive nature of the honour. Earlier, Lumina Datamatics secured the Great Place to Work Award®, reinforcing its focus on organisational culture and employee engagement.

Kanodia attributed the achievement to collaborative efforts and a value-driven leadership philosophy centred on innovation and people-first growth.

Exam-Focused Key Points

• CSR obligations are governed by Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.

• Leadership awards assess governance, performance, and societal impact.

• Digital content services are integral to publishing and eCommerce ecosystems.

• India’s services sector is a major contributor to GDP.

• Workplace culture metrics increasingly influence corporate recognition.