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Lighthouse Learning Appoints Sadashiv Nayak as CEO of K-12 Schools
Lighthouse Learning, India’s foremost Early Childhood and K-12 Education Group, has announced the appointment of Sadashiv Nayak as the CEO of its K-12 Schools. Sadashiv will be responsible for leading the Group’s K-12 school portfolio across all brands, including EuroSchool, Billabong High International School, Centre Point School, and Heritage Group of Schools. With over 30 years of experience spanning various sectors, Sadashiv brings a wealth of expertise in driving business turnarounds, brand building, pioneering category disruptions, and leading enterprise-wide transformations. Under his stewardship, the Lighthouse Learning Group’s K-12 vertical will promote continued educational excellence across all institutions.
Formerly, Sadashiv served as the CEO of Future Retail Ltd. and Future Consumer Big Bazaar, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth, profitability, and market leadership. His contributions led to the establishment of India’s earliest value retail teams and transformed operations into an omni-channel, inclusive environment for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) shoppers. Throughout his career, he held key positions at Unilever, Asian Paints, and Pantaloons.
Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder & Group CEO, of Lighthouse Learning, announced the appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Sadashiv to lead our K-12 Schools Network. His remarkable experience, particularly in leadership, marketing, sales, and strategic thinking, has consistently proven instrumental in driving organizational success. His ability to navigate complex business landscapes, drive business growth, and devise innovative strategies is notable and will make him a valuable addition to the Lighthouse family. We aim to expand our footprint across the country, providing inspiring educational experiences that create lasting value for students, parents, and our dedicated team under his leadership.”
Sadashiv Nayak, CEO, of K-12 Schools, Lighthouse Learning
Upon his appointment, Sadashiv Nayak, CEO, of K-12 Schools, Lighthouse Learning, expressed, “I am privileged and delighted to embark on this journey with Lighthouse Learning, an organization synonymous with excellence in education. Education is the cornerstone of a thriving society, and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of young minds across the Group’s K-12 Schools. Lighthouse Learning has already established itself as a beacon of quality education, and my vision is to further elevate this impact.”
An alumnus of NITK-Surathkal and XLRI Jamshedpur, Sadashiv has been a member of the Facebook Council of India as well as the CII committee in Retail and FMCG. Beyond his corporate achievements, he has also mentored several startup founders in EdTech, manufacturing, online marketplaces, and ventures in the space of inclusion of PwD.
