Sameer Kanodia Wins CEO of the Year Award Again

Sameer Kanodia, Managing Director and CEO of Lumina Datamatics and Vice Chairman and CEO of TNQTech, has been conferred the prestigious CEO of the Year® Award for the second consecutive year. The honour was presented on 16 February 2026 at a ceremony held at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, recognising sustained leadership excellence and business impact.

The award highlights Kanodia’s continued role in driving organisational growth, innovation and strong value-based leadership across both enterprises.

Recognition for Leadership Excellence

The CEO of the Year® Award is part of The Business Leader of the Year® programme, a leadership recognition platform with over 23 years of legacy. The selection process involves independent evaluation by a distinguished jury.

Leaders are assessed on parameters such as business competence, corporate social responsibility (CSR), economic contribution and broader societal impact. Winning the award in consecutive years underscores consistent performance and strategic direction.

Driving Growth and Innovation

Under Kanodia’s leadership, Lumina Datamatics has strengthened its position as a strategic partner to global publishers and eCommerce retailers. The company provides digital content services, retail support services and technology solutions worldwide.

Lumina Datamatics serves eight of the top ten academic publishers and three of the five largest retailers and marketplaces globally. The organisation operates with a workforce of over 7,000 professionals across the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Philippines and India.

Industry Standing and Workplace Recognition

The 2026 award ceremony also honoured major organisations including Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, Innodata India Private Limited and RPG Lifesciences, highlighting the competitive scale of the recognition.

In December 2025, Lumina Datamatics received the Great Place to Work Award® for the third consecutive year, reflecting its emphasis on employee engagement and workplace culture.

Important Facts for Exams

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is mandated under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.
• Leadership awards often assess governance, economic contribution and social impact.
• Digital content services support publishing, eCommerce and knowledge industries.
• India’s services sector contributes significantly to GDP and global outsourcing markets.

Strategic Vision for Future Growth

Kanodia attributed the recognition to the collective efforts of teams at Lumina Datamatics and TNQTech, emphasising a people-first culture and value-driven growth. As the company expands its global footprint, it aims to deliver sustained impact for clients, partners and communities while reinforcing its leadership in digital and technology-driven services.