MUMBAI – Signaling a major push toward global scaling and a potential public listing, NODWIN Gaming has announced the return of Mr. Sidharth Kedia as Chief Strategy and Investments Officer.
Mr. Kedia, who served as the company’s CEO from 2019 to 2023, returns to the “NODWIN Family” on April 1, 2026, to steer the gaming giant through its next phase of corporate evolution.
Strategic Leadership and M&A Focus
In his new capacity, Mr. Kedia will be responsible for:
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Capital Strategy: Overseeing fundraising efforts and optimizing capital allocation as the company prepares for a potential IPO.
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Global Expansion: Driving mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to diversify NODWIN’s intellectual property (IP) portfolio beyond core esports.
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Corporate Development: Strengthening the company’s strategic direction in new international markets.
A Career of High-Stakes Transformation
With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Kedia brings a formidable background in media, fintech, and private equity:
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Media Heavyweight: Previously held key roles at Reliance Industries, leading restructuring for the Network18 portfolio and advising on Jio media investments. He also served as Head of Strategy at Vacom18.
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Fintech & Analytics: Early experience at Venture Infotek and eFunds, where he helped build India’s early payments and data science ecosystems.
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Investment Expert: Co-founded Ambit Pragma Ventures, providing him with deep expertise in private equity and corporate governance.
Vision for the Future
“Sidharth’s return comes at an important stage as we continue to scale the business globally and look at a potential listing,” said Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming.
Mr. Kedia noted that NODWIN is entering a phase where “thoughtful capital allocation and strong execution” will be the primary drivers for unlocking the company’s true value potential.
Market Context
The appointment follows the recent addition of Arnd Benninghoff to the Board of Directors, reinforcing a leadership structure designed for high-level institutional growth. As NODWIN Gaming transitions from a regional leader to a global gaming and lifestyle powerhouse, Kedia’s expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes will be instrumental for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
