The SES Group announced on Friday the appointment of Lisa Pataki as CFO, effective 16 June 2025. With over 20 years’ experience in international listed groups in the aerospace and defence sector, Pataki will succeed Sandeep Jalan, who has held this position since May 2020. It’s also a discreet way of going along with disgruntled shareholders.
“I would like to thank Sandeep for his consistent leadership over the past five years, during which he has helped to improve operational execution, transform the business, strengthen our balance sheet and ensure a competitive return on capital for our shareholders,” said SES CEO Adel Al-Saleh. “We are delighted to welcome Lisa, whose extensive experience in the aerospace and defence ecosystem, and numerous successful M&A integrations, will be a valuable asset to SES....