Mumbai: Wooden Street has announced the appointment of Dibyendu Panda as its Chief Business Officer (CBO). In this role, he will lead the company’s overall business strategy, revenue growth, and retail expansion, while strengthening its omnichannel capabilities across India.
Dibyendu brings with him nearly two decades of experience in retail leadership, business development, and operations management. Over the years, he has worked with leading consumer and retail brands including Reliance, VIP, Sony India, BlueStone, and Wakefit, building strong expertise in scaling businesses, driving retail excellence, and managing large cross-functional teams. Most recently, he was associated with Wakefit, where he contributed to strengthening the company’s offline presence and expanding its retail footprint.
An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta and Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, Dibyendu has consistently led high-impact initiatives across retail expansion, merchandising, and organizational development.
Speaking on his appointment, Dibyendu Panda said, “Wooden Street has built something truly differentiated in the home and furniture space — a brand that marries craftsmanship with accessibility and scale. As CBO, I’m excited to bring my experience in strengthening existing revenue streams while building new channels and categories. The opportunity to shape the in-store experience, expand the retail footprint thoughtfully, and bring more customers into the Wooden Street world is what drew me here.”
Commenting on the appointment, Lokendra Ranawat, CEO and Founder of Wooden Street, said, “Dibyendu brings a strong blend of retail expertise and executional depth. His experience in building and scaling businesses, along with his understanding of customer-first retail, makes him a valuable addition to our leadership team. As we continue to expand our footprint and deepen our omnichannel presence, his leadership will play a key role in shaping the next phase of growth for Wooden Street.”
