Global advisory firm, DGA Group, has announced a planned leadership transition as the firm prepares for its next stage of growth.
Prem Kumar (pictured) has been appointed President, expanding his responsibilities across DGA’s global platform. He currently leads DGA’s Middle East & North Africa practice and serves on the firm’s Executive Committee. Before joining Albright Stonebridge Group in 2015, he served on the National Security Council at the White House, and with the U.S. State Department in Washington and abroad, after beginning his career at Morgan Stanley in New York.

This leadership appointment was made in preparation after Edward Reilly, who has been leading DGA since its founding in 2021 as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated his intention to retire as CEO in the first half of 2026. He will then serve as Non-Executive Chairman, remaining actively engaged in supporting the firm’s leadership and long-term strategy.

“Nearly five years since our founding, DGA has established a strong global platform and a proven model for helping clients navigate the intersection of policy, markets, and communications,” said Edward. “As we prepare for the firm’s next chapter, I have full confidence in our leadership team and in Prem’s ability to guide DGA’s continued success.”

Prem added, “I am honored to take on this expanded role and to work alongside Ed, our leadership team, and colleagues around the world as we build on DGA’s strong foundation. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional value to clients through our integrated, expert-led approach.”

Shawn Tan has been appointed as Communications Manager, Asia-Pacific Diagnostics at Roche. Based in Singapore, he supports the development and implementation of integrated communication strategies that align with the division’s business priorities, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and enhance the company’s regional reputation.

Shawn was most recently Communications and Digital Content Lead, Asia-Pacific at The Boeing Company. He brings close to a decade of experience from previous roles, including at Kerry.

TARO AOX, a COMCO Mundo company, has appointed Roselynn Jane Villa as Managing Director & Business Administrator / Partner.

Roselynn brings more than two decades of leadership, stakeholder relations, and strategic communications experience across corporate and consumer PR, partnerships, and brand strategy.

“I’m thrilled to join COMCO Mundo and lead TARO AOX Inc. during such a pivotal time in the company’s journey,” said Roselynn. “I’ve long admired COMCO’s passion for meaningful storytelling and its commitment to shaping the future of communications in the region. I look forward to working with this talented team to continue building brands that make a positive impact."

In addition, the company has made the following leadership appointments:

• Rachel Syfargo is appointed Vice President for Business Operations / Partner
• Joan Icotanim-Maslang named as Vice President for Business Excellence / Partner
• Tricia Cusi-Jimenea is now Senior Vice President for Business Development and Managing Director & Business Administrator / Partner & Co-Founder of COMCO Middle East & Africa. 

Commenting on these appointments, Ferdinand L. Bondoy, Interregional President & Group Chief Executive and Head of Global & Strategic Communications / Partner & Co-Founder at COMCO Mundo said, “We are elated to welcome Roselynn to our COMCO Squadron. Her depth and length of experience and passion for the practice of public relations and communications perfectly align with our vision to craft purposeful and impactful campaigns. Alongside the leaders, we are reinforcing our leadership bench to further drive operational excellence, creativity, and growth across the group of companies in different markets."