Global Chairman
Maj. Manjit Rajain is a philanthropist, serial entrepreneur, and investor with more than 28 years of business experience. He is the Founder & Chairman of Tenon Group; one of the leading private security and integrated facility management (IFM) services providers in India, UK & Singapore. He has held several prominent positions in global industry associations in the security and IFM domain, including the Chairman of Homeland Security Forum under Indo – American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), ASIS International, Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI), and Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). He is a Paul Harris Fellow and served Rotary International as an Assistant Governor thrice. In 2016, he was nominated as a Global Advisor to the Yale School of Management.
Maj. Rajain is also the investor of Red Bird Aviation or also known as Redbird Flight Training Academy- India’s first Aviation academy recognised and approved training partner by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).
Global Managing Director
Angad Rajain is the Global Managing Director at Tenon Group. With an impressive corporate experience of more than a decade, impeccable leadership, and strong strategy orientation, he is responsible for overall strategy planning & execution in the organisation including Peregrine Guarding, Tenon FM, and Soteria.
Angad joined Tenon in 2014 and has served the Group in many important capacities, developing a rich set of experiences. In his previous role as Managing Director of Tenon FM, he single-handedly led the IFM business in India & UK. Under his leadership, Tenon FM has been ranked as one of the largest Indian employers in the UK by CII & Grant Thornton for three consecutive years.
In 2020, Angad was awarded the Young Security Entrepreneur of the Year Award by the Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) during its 15th Security Leadership Summit. In 2021, he was conferred with BW Young Entrepreneur Award by BW Businessworld. He was also featured in the Realty+ 40 under 40 prestigious 40under40 list of Young Tycoons in the Real Estate industry 2021.
PPMG, VSM, Global Vice Chairman
Brig. Rajan Oberoi serves as the Global Vice Chairman at Tenon Group and oversees all aspects of the various business verticals along with Tenon Group’s long-range development plans. He provides strategic guidance and assists Global Chairman in critical decision-making in regards to business growth and expansion.
Prior to joining Peregrine Guarding, he had a successful career in the Indian Army spanning across 34 years. In the Indian Army, Brig. Oberoi raised the first combat elements of the National Security Guards – The “Black Cats”, and subsequently went on to head this elite counter-terrorist outfit as their “Force Commander”.
Brig. Oberoi’s distinguished services in diverse fields such as counter-terrorism have earned him accolades while in service, including the prestigious President’s Police Medal for Gallantry (PPMG) and a Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM).
The Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) recognised him as a “Commander of the Frontline Warriors” and granted the BADGE OF HONOUR in 2020 as a token of respect and great service rendered to the Motherland, thereby upholding the true traditions of CAPSI.
Global Chief Executive Officer
A diligent and result-oriented finance leader, Sandeep Gupta serves Tenon Group as the Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO). An experienced Chartered Accountant, he is also a Certified Treasury Manager having worked with various reputed multi-nationals. He joined Tenon Group in 2016 and has played a crucial role in improving the financial standing of the company with consistently progressive Y-O-Y growth rate.
Sandeep brings to the organisation proven expertise in Strategic Planning & Execution, Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash Flow Optimisation, Risk Management & Controls, Compliance Management, and all other important aspects of Financial Planning and Management.
Sandeep is a recognised leader and a thorough professional, with high caliber, work orientation, and the ability to handle multiple functions and activities in a high-pressure environment. He has a stellar track record executing core strategic plans to achieve operational efficiency while delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments.
Chief Executive Officer
Siddharth Dahiya is the CEO of Peregrine Guarding and has been associated with the organisation since 1999.
Possessing the commendable experience of more than 27 years, predominantly in the security industry, he joined Peregrine as the Assistant Manager when the employee strength was only 200. Today, he heads the business for 20 states which is approximately 55% of the total revenue with the client base of approximately 1500 clients. His contribution to positioning Peregrine among the top and fastest-growing security companies in India remains invaluable for the organisation.
Over the years, he has grown with and in the company, while maximizing the outreach of Peregrine in all the sectors starting from IT/ITES, Manufacturing, Pharma, Education, Infra, E-commerce, Banking and Telecom.
The Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) recognised him as a “Commander of the Frontline Warriors” and granted the BADGE OF HONOUR in 2020 as a token of respect and great service rendered to the Motherland, thereby upholding the true traditions of CAPSI.
Director-South
With over 25 years of dynamic experience in Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Channel Management, Team and Operations Management, and Client Servicing, Sanjay Varma, is a result- oriented professional. Currently serving as the Director for South, Peregrine Guarding.
Sanjay’s expertise lies in prospect identification and successful commercial negotiation and possesses extensive experience in building channel networks across diverse sectors, including FMCG, Telecom, and ISP.
Sanjay has held key leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer for South & West at Peregrine Guarding, Business Head at Asianet Satellite Communications Ltd, and National Sales Head at Dvois Broadband Private Limited, and has played pivotal roles at renowned companies such as Reliance Communications, Tata Teleservices Limited, Bharti Airtel, and more.
Managing Director - North
Brig Mayank Awasthi a highly experienced professional with a distinguished career spanning over 34 years in the Indian Army. He served in the Armoured Corp and gained extensive experience working across various terrains throughout the country. During his illustrious tenure in the army, he had the opportunity to serve in crucial missions, including the IPKF in Sri Lanka and the UN mission in Colombo.
In October 2022, Brig Awasthi transitioned to the corporate sector and joined Tenon Group as the Associate Director of Operations for Delhi NCR and the Upper North region. His leadership acumen and dedication soon led to his promotion to the role of Managing Director for the North region.
Throughout his career, Brig Awasthi has exhibited a remarkable ability to manage large teams and oversee operations while consistently focusing on achieving key objectives. He possesses a unique talent for motivating teams to perform at their best by fostering active professional engagement through training, coaching, and constructive feedback.
Brig Awasthi's proficiency in leveraging technology and implementing advanced systems, honed during his time in the military, makes him well-equipped to achieve results efficiently. Moreover, he possesses subject matter expertise in diverse areas, including security, infrastructure building, budgeting, disaster management, logistics, defence consulting, surveillance systems, and procurement.
As the Managing Director for the North region, Brig Awasthi assumes responsibility for overseeing operations, driving revenue growth, and ensuring efficient collection processes for the entire northern territory, including the north-east region.
His exemplary service in the Indian Army has earned him numerous accolades, including commendation cards for distinguished and outstanding service. Brig Mayank Awasthi's academic qualifications include a Master of Management Studies from Osmania University, a Diploma in Senior Level Defense Management from Devi Ahilya University, Indore, an MSc in Defense & Strategic Studies from the University of Madras, and a BCom from Delhi University.
Director - East
Brig Sunil Kumar NV is a distinguished alumnus of Sainik School Kerala, National Defence Academy, and the Indian Military Academy, boasting an illustrious 37-year career in the Indian Army. His extensive operational background spans a wide spectrum of challenging assignments, including his participation in Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka, counter-terrorism operations in Punjab and Kashmir, as well as serving in the demanding High Altitude and Super High Altitude regions, including the Siachen Glacier and Depsang Sector along the Sino-Indian Border.
Brig Sunil Kumar NV's dedication and expertise extend beyond the battlefield; he has excelled as an instructor, holding positions of high regard at both the National Defence Academy and the Defence Services Staff College, where he contributed his knowledge and skills for nearly six years. His exceptional service has earned him commendations from both the Chief of Army Staff and the Army Commander. Notably, Brig Sunil Kumar NV's commitment to professional development is evident through his consistent ranking at the top of various courses of instruction, including selection for a prestigious one-year program in the United Kingdom. He joined Peregrine Guarding in January 2023, and is currently the Director of East at Peregrine, bringing his wealth of experience and leadership to the organization.
Managing Director-West
Having joined Peregrine, a Tenon company in the year 2008, Ankur is a young and dynamic leader whose agile leadership and invaluable industry experience have benefitted the company in innumerable ways. Currently, in his role as the Managing Director, Peregrine, ascertains the right and sustainable growth for the organisation which has maintained a consistent Y-o-Y growth rate of 30 percent for the past 16 years.
An MBA graduate, Ankur brings to Peregrine the invaluable experience of over 17 years in the facility management and security industry. His expertise in Excellence in Operations Store (ESOs) has helped the organization secure some of the finest business deals in its history. He has to have his credit for playing an important role in onboarding the industry giants at Peregrine from diverse sectors such as IT/ITes, Banking & Finance, Retail, Real Estate, and Logistics. Being an indispensable part of the company, his essential focus always remains on looking out for new business growth avenues and exploring opportunities for global expansion.
Chief Executive Officer
Rakesh Tripathi is the Chief Executive Officer at Tenon FM India, a Tenon Group company with whom he has been associated for more than 16 years. A dedicated professional with 32+ years, Rakesh believes in developing the customer relationship in a structured manner and operates with a focus on customer solutions through a defined management information system. Since the day he joined Peregrine in 2006, he has consistently contributed to the growth of Peregrine, both in terms of business as well as market share with a focus on numbers and client management.
The Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) recognised him as a “Commander of the Frontline Warriors” and granted the BADGE OF HONOUR in 2020 as a token of respect and great service rendered to the Motherland, thereby upholding the true traditions of CAPSI.
VP & Head, Client Solutions
Tushar is a strategic and client-focused leader with a focus on building strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery. Having joined Tenon in the year 2017, he has undertaken multiple profiles within the organisation and is currently serving as the Vice President & Head of Client Solutions of Tenon FM India. He spearheads the PAN-India client solutions division and heads an independent vertical for innovative solutions called “Tenon Prime” in the Integrated Facility Management space.
His holistic experience in Sales, Operations, HR, Compliance, Marketing and Finance makes him an indispensable part of the company. His essential focus remains on looking out for new business growth avenues and adopting innovative solutions to keep the organisation a front runner in the industry.
He also served in the capacity of corporate trainer and delivered multiple leadership modules across all spheres of the organisation. He holds a Lean Green Six Sigma certification.
Chief Operating Officer
An ex-serviceman with exemplary business acumen, Capt. Praveen Kumar Roy is the COO of Tenon FM- South & PAN-India. Presently, he handles the business size of 350+ crore with sheer dedication and sound business acumen. His commendable expertise and vital experience in business development, operations, sales, and customer connect and compliance has helped Tenon FM strengthen its foothold in India and ensure the strong foundation of the Indian multinational company.
Capt. Praveen translates strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning for the company. He has a proven track record of overseeing company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive and that organisational goals are met.
VP, Operations & Client Solutions
Atul is a strategical and dynamic leader with a focus on strategic business planning and building strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery. Having joined Tenon FM in the year 2021, he is serving as the Vice President of Operations & Client Solutions (PAN India). He spearheads the Client Solution division for market sectors like BFSI, Retail & Logistics.
An MBA graduate in Marketing Finance & International Business, Atul brings in his invaluable experience of over 17 years in the facility management industry. His expertise in Business Development and Client Service Management has helped the organization immensely in securing some of the finest business deals. His holistic experience in Strategic Business Planning, Revenue & Pipeline Growth, Client Service Management, Key Account Management, Operations’ Management, Business Development, Vendor Development & Quality Compliance makes him a versatile and indispensable part of the company. His essential focus remains on looking out for new business growth avenues and building strong client relationships to keep the organisation a front runner in the industry.
Chief operating officer
Maj. Surinder Singh is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Tenon FM India, overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions in Eastern, Northern, and Western India. Encompassing 22 states from Jammu & Kashmir to Delhi, Gujarat to Bombay, Pune, Maharashtra, and to the far-east from West Bengal to the seven sisters, he is accountable for ensuring operational excellence across diverse functions.
Maj. Surinder started his career at Tenon Group in 2014 as Zonal Head in Peregrine Guarding and soon was promoted to COO of Peregrine. Maj. Surinder graduated from The National Defence Academy in the year 1991 and went on to serve the Indian armed forces for 14 long years. He started his career in the civil stream in the year 2006 where he developed his commendable expertise in transitions, ground operations, team management, excellent customer relations, and business acumen gives him a cutting edge over the others.
Chief operating officer
Mayank Dixit is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Tenon FM India, heading Pan India Business, a division which specializes in servicing customers with scattered footprints including BFSI, Retail, Logistics, and new age tech companies. He played a key role in conceptualization and development of Pan India business model which is one of the best performing within group and in the industry.
Mayank Dixit is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations management, strategic planning and implementation, process improvement and change management. He also contributes to development and implementation of technology solution for business. With a successful career spanning over a decade with Tenon Group, he has made significant contributions to the companies he has been associated with. Mayank possesses in-depth knowledge of the organization's process and has proven his ability to lead teams across Pan India.
Mayank holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a master’s degree of Business Administration in Operations Management. Prior to his tenure at Tenon FM, he gained valuable experience working with IPGCL and Rotopower Projects, where he honed his skills in managing diverse projects and operations. With his remarkable leadership abilities, strategic mindset, and a solid academic foundation, Mayank Dixit continues to make a profound impact in FM Industry. His commitment to excellence, coupled with his drive for innovation, positions him as a valuable asset to any organization he is a part of.
Chief Executive Officer
Ridhuan Supan is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Peregrine Security, Singapore. He brings with him over 20 years of industry related experience, which includes over 13 years of senior leadership experience managing security business and its operations.
Having joined Peregrine Security, Singapore in 2022, Ridhuan brings with him vast industry experience and the ability to handle multiple functions in a fast paced and demanding environment. As a strategic leader, Ridhuan has proven results in optimizing operations to identify and define actionable plans to achieve operational excellence for the company. His focus is to optimize business growth, innovation, service quality, customer loyalty and provide an effective integrated security solutions that offer value on customers’ security investments. He emphasises on consistently providing outstanding service while monitoring strict compliance with the regulating body which in turn drives the company to be one of the most admired and respected brand.
Finance Head
Sandeep K. Pathania is serving in the role of Finance Head at Peregrine Security Singapore, a Tenon Group Company. He is specialised in strategy formulation and financial evaluation of strategy, performance reporting and performance management, business planning, and dynamic resource allocations.
Holding a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with specialisation in Finance, he brings to Tenon Group rich experience in Finance, Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cash flow & Margin Optimization.
He started his career with Tenon Group (Peregrine) in 2010 as a Manager in one of the branches in India. Today, he is leading the Finance team in Singapore. His leadership abilities & driving all the departments towards a common goal make him one of the finest assets of the Group.
Head - Business & Technology
Shashank Mesvani is the Head of Business, Commercial and Technology Department at Peregrine Security, Singapore. Experienced Business Head with a demonstrated history of working in the security and investigations industry, he joined Peregrine Security, a Tenon Group Company, in 2014, and since the time, he has been working closely with the CEO having a sharp focus on business growth and management of key accounts. He attends site walkabouts with the clients to better understand client and site requirements before providing customised security solutions.
Shashank spearheads Peregrine Security’s technological aspect of the business with his expertise in areas such as Fire Alarm, Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and Software Documentation. He is responsible for optimising security operations using technology and innovation on behalf of the wide clientele base of the organisation for cost and efficiency optimisation.
Shashank graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Engineering from K.J. Somaiya Institute of Engineering & Information Technology, University of Mumbai. He earned his Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Roehampton, London.
Managing Director
Ian is the Managing Director of Tenon FM and brings 35 years of professional experience to the company. He specialises in all aspects of Integrated Facilities Management, Executive Leadership & Strategy, Business Planning & Development, Direct P&L Accountability & Control, Multi-Site Operations Management, Process Streamlining & Automation, Revenue & Profitability Increase, Performance Improvement, KPIs, and Board-Level Presentation Delivery.
He possesses 15+ years of experience in delivering performance-driven Total Facilities Management (TFM) solutions to enable and empower FM suppliers to help businesses build a strong company that will achieve long term sustained success.
Throughout his rewarding career in the Integrated Facility Management Industry, Ian has steered businesses through cultural and operational transformation of the industry, utilising the opportunity to integrate new processes, boosting performance, optimising core processes, enabling sound decision-making, and increasing overall shareholder value/ROI.
Ian has held several senior leadership positions, including Managing Director, Regional Director, and Sector Director in highly complex environments that are testimony to his grounded and pragmatic leadership style.
HR Head
Anuj Chopra is the Head of HR -UK at Tenon Group and oversees the HR function, which leads talent management and acquisition, leadership development, learning and capability building, compensation and benefits, organisational effectiveness, and HR operations.
He has over a decade of experience working in HR across various industries such as Aviation, Logistics, Finance, and FMCG. He is a recognised and trusted leader who brings with him impressive corporate experience of leading and implementing progressive HR strategies.
Anuj has experience in helping organisations with harnessing the power of one of their most valuable assets, their people. Anuj believes that people are at the heart of what Tenon do. He is committed to modernising the HR practices and creating a robust culture that promotes business growth, customer loyalty by empowering and motivating employees.
Anuj has BA (Hons) in Business Studies & HRM and is a Chartered Member of CIPD.
GLOBAL CSO
Anuj Rajain is the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of Tenon Group. The young, dynamic Yale alumnus is responsible for the creation and implementation of the organisation’s overall growth strategy.
He brings with him exemplary understanding of the domestic as well as international market and good business acumen. This accelerated progress can be attributed to his innovative style of functioning and out-of-the-box thinking. An intense, driven personality, Anuj wants to reinvent the landscape of security and facilities management. He, with his fresh ideas and young blood, aims to continuously broaden Tenon’s horizons in India, UK and Singapore, along with having a global impact and relevance. In recognition of his increasing contribution to the IFM & Security Industry, he has been featured in the Elite #BW30UNDER30 List of Young Achievers in 2021 by BW Disrupt.
Director
Siddharth Jha is currently leading the business and is the lead Solution Architect for Soteria. He is a member of the core inception team for Soteria and has been with the organisation since 2014. He had joined the organisation with a rich experience in Industrial Automation working with Control Systems in India and in Singapore, associated with Defence Research and Development Organisation, Bruel & Kjaer and EMAS AMC.
Experienced professional in integrated security services taking care of the Groups Technology Vertical providing SAAS services model with a focus on Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Business Data Processing and Automation for business process optimisation.