Duroflex Names Jacob George as Chairman & Managing Director

Jacob George succeeds Mathew Chandy, who steps down as CMD after a decade of leading Duroflex Limited

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Published: Oct 13, 2025 12:29 PM  | 2 min read
Jacob George appointed CMD of Duroflex Limited
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  • Duroflex Limited has appointed Jacob George as the new Chairman and Managing Director, succeeding Mathew Chandy, who will remain with the company as a Whole-time Director after a decade of leadership.
  • The leadership change aims to strengthen the company as it prepares for its next growth phase, with George having played a significant role in Duroflex's expansion and digital transformation over the past ten years.
  • Chandy expressed confidence in George's ability to drive innovation and growth, while George highlighted the company's strong foundation and the increasing demand for sleep solutions in India as key opportunities.
  • Duroflex CEO Sridhar Balakrishnan emphasized that George's appointment reflects a commitment to fresh leadership and strategic execution to enhance the company's consumer brand position.

Duroflex Limited has announced a major leadership change, appointing Jacob George as its new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). He takes over from Mathew Chandy, who is stepping down after leading the company for around 10 years.

Chandy will continue to be associated with the company as a Whole-time Director. The decision, approved by the board, is aimed at strengthening leadership as Duroflex prepares for its next phase of growth.

George has been with Duroflex for over a decade and has played an important role in the company’s expansion. He has helped grow its presence in western India, scale its manufacturing operations in central India, and lead its digital transformation efforts. He has also been involved in building partnerships, including collaborations with IPL teams.

Looking back at his journey, Chandy said that leading Duroflex through a period of transformation has been a rewarding experience. He highlighted that the company has achieved strong growth over the years and expressed confidence in George’s ability to take the business forward.

He added that George has been closely involved in several key projects and believes he will continue to drive innovation, growth, and customer focus in the company. Chandy also said he looks forward to supporting the team in his new role.

Sharing his thoughts, George said he is honoured to take on this responsibility at an important time for the company. He noted that Duroflex has built a strong foundation across finances, operations, and teams. He also mentioned that products like the Wave Twin smart bed and the Duropedic Back Magic mattress have helped the brand stay relevant to changing customer needs. He added that the growing demand for sleep solutions in India presents exciting opportunities for the company.

Sridhar Balakrishnan, Chief Executive Officer of Duroflex Group, said that George’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on fresh leadership and growth. He added that their strong working relationship and shared vision will help the company execute better strategies and further strengthen its position as a consumer brand.

Published On: Oct 13, 2025 12:29 PM