Avance Technologies appoints Santosh Hambare as Managing Director
Avance Technologies restructured its leadership on June 30, 2026, appointing Santosh Hambare as Managing Director and CFO, and Dipak Gaikwad as Independent Director. Latesh Poojary was redesignated as Non-Executive Director. The appointments are subject to shareholder approval within three months.

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Avance Technologies has restructured its leadership by appointing Santosh Hambare as Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer effective June 30, 2026. The Board of Directors also approved the appointment of Dipak Gaikwad as an additional Non-Executive and Independent Director. These changes are aimed at meeting operational requirements and strengthening corporate governance.
The Board meeting, held on June 30, 2026, approved the change in designation of Latesh Poojary from Managing Director to Non-Executive Director. Santosh Hambare has been appointed as Managing Director for a period of five years, subject to the approval of members at the next general meeting or within three months from the date of appointment, whichever is earlier. He will also serve as the Chief Financial Officer until his resignation or cessation in accordance with applicable laws.
Dipak Gaikwad was appointed as an additional Non-Executive and Independent Director for a five-year term, also subject to shareholder approval within the same regulatory timeframe. The appointments are intended to broaden the Board's professional expertise and enhance independent oversight in line with the company's long-term growth strategy.
Key Appointments and Designations
| Name | New Designation | Term | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santosh Hambare | Managing Director | 5 years | June 30, 2026 |
| Santosh Hambare | Chief Financial Officer | Until resignation/cessation | June 30, 2026 |
| Dipak Gaikwad | Independent Director | 5 years | June 30, 2026 |
| Latesh Poojary | Non-Executive Director | NA | June 30, 2026 |
Santosh Hambare is an accounting professional with experience in managing core accounting functions and maintaining financial records. He holds directorship at Aris International Limited. Dipak Gaikwad's appointment is expected to bring strategic insights and independent judgment to the Board. Both appointees have confirmed they are not debarred from holding the office of director by any authority, including the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Historical Stock Returns for Avance Technologies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.06% | -7.00% | -5.10% | -45.61% | -7.92% | +89.80% |
How will the dual role of Managing Director and CFO impact Avance Technologies' internal checks and balances?
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