About Us
Awfis Space Solutions Ltd. is India's largest and first listed flexible workspace solutions provider of modern workspaces. Built on the founding principles of flexibility, accessibility, and functionality, Awfis has evolved from a co-working pioneer into an integrated workspace solutions platform enabling businesses of every size and sector to seamlessly book, design, and manage workspaces as per their requirement and convenience. With a strong presence across 18 cities and 250+ centres, Awfis serves 3,500+ clients across diverse industries, ensuring scalable and adaptable workspace solutions for businesses of all sizes, from individual seats contracted by the hour to large enterprise campuses spanning several years. Figures include operational and fit-out centres and seats.
Our Solutions
The comprehensive suite of solutions includes Flex Space Solutions (Coworking and Enterprise Solutions), Transform by Awfis (Design & Build), Mobility Solutions, and Allied Services. Beyond space, Awfis has built an ecosystem of allied services spanning food and beverages, IT support, concierge services, and event management that enhance productivity and elevate the workspace experience, and Awfis Care (facility management) completes the full lifecycle of workspace delivery.
Built for GCC
Awfis is India's preferred workspace partner for Global Capability Centres, serving 100+ unique GCC clients across 9 cities. From first-time entrants to large enterprises commanding 2,000+ seat mandates, Awfis offers a single platform for launch, operations, and expansion, with in-house workspace strategy, Grade A+ fit-outs, and allied services spanning IT, F&B, transport, and business support. With 80% of our GCC base tracing parentage to North America and deep roots across Technology, Professional Services, and Manufacturing sectors, Awfis is purpose-built for the global enterprise entering or scaling in India.
Premiumisation at the Core
Awfis Gold and Elite represent our premium growth engine, 35 centres across 27 Gold and 8 Elite locations, designed to the exacting standards of GCCs and large enterprises. With Grade A+ assets, global-grade design and finishes, F&B and concierge layers, these centres don't just host businesses; they become a gateway to longer tenures, deeper relationships, and larger mandates.
Our Vision
To be India’s most trusted workspace platform, powering the future of work.
Our Mission
Awfis exists to shape the way India works. We do this by building a connected, customer-first workspace ecosystem, where businesses find room to grow, people feel genuinely empowered, and every working day is made simpler, better, and more meaningful.
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Sumit Lakhani
CEO
Sumit Lakhani is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Awfis Space Solutions Limited, India's largest and first publicly listed flexible workspace solutions company. A dynamic leader, he has been instrumental in laying the foundation of Awfis, playing a pivotal role in shaping its vision and laying the groundwork for its success.
In his current role at Awfis, he leads profit & loss, business operations, and customer-centric initiatives along with sales, marketing, real Estate acquisition, fundraising, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A).
Known for his strategic insights and leadership skills, he has been a key driver behind shaping the company's trajectory and positioning it as a market leader in the coworking space. With a wealth of diverse experience across multiple industries like Investment Banking, Private Equity, and IT Services sector, he has played a significant role in shaping successful transformative business ventures with agility and foresight.
Prior to Awfis, Sumit held leadership roles in the investment banking team at Yes Bank and key positions at Tesco and ST Asset Management, Singapore. An MBA graduate from S.P. Jain Centre of Management, Sumit is known for blending analytical acumen with a forward-thinking creative approach.
His achievements have earned him notable recognition, including the 'CXO of the Year' award and being named in Realty+’s ‘40 Under 40.’ He has also been featured among the top 10 of YourStory's 100 Emerging Voices of India.
Amit Ramani
Chairman & MD
Mr. Amit Ramani is the Founder, and the Chairman and Managing Director of Awfis Space Solutions Ltd. Awfis was established in 2015 and today stands as India’s largest provider of flexible workspace solutions, a testament to Mr. Ramani’s visionary leadership and determination. Under his leadership, the company achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian coworking space provider to go public, with its IPO oversubscribed by 108.7 times.
In just nine years, Awfis has positioned flexible workspaces at the forefront of commercial real estate. The company now operates 200+ centres with over 135,000 seats, across 18 cities, serving more than 3000 clients—both domestic and global—spanning a variety of sectors.
Under Mr. Ramani’s leadership, Awfis has introduced a wide array of offerings, including Enterprise Solutions (Coworking and Managed Offices), Design & Build Services, Mobility Solutions, and a range of Allied Services such as Eco Mobility, TechLabs, Awfis Café, and Concierge services.
Awfis has set several industry benchmarks, guided by Mr. Ramani’s forward-thinking approach. He introduced the concept of openly listing inventory and pricing on the company’s website, enabling online bookings and digital payments. He also pioneered the "Managed Aggregation" model, where Awfis partners with landlords and developers, transforming them into stakeholders in the business. This asset-light, risk-averse model has driven the company’s rapid expansion and success and positioned itself as a key player in India’s economic growth.
With flexibility, agility, and scalability as its core values, Awfis has become the preferred and trusted choice for workspace solutions, continuously adapting to meet the evolving demands of the modern workplace. Mr. Ramani’s resilience, passion, and unwavering optimism have been central to Awfis' success and have set new standards in the commercial real estate sector.
A first-generation entrepreneur, Mr. Ramani is a seasoned expert in real estate, strategic planning, business process improvement, workplace management, and design. He holds a Master’s in Architecture from Kansas State University and a specialized Master’s in Real Estate and Workplace Strategy from Cornell University.
Mr. Ramani has received several prestigious accolades that celebrate his visionary leadership and impact on the real estate industry. He was named ‘Entrepreneur of the Year – Real Estate’ at the ET Entrepreneur Summit & Awards and honored as the ‘Iconic Leader of Indian Realty’ at the Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards. He was also recognized among The Economic Times’ Most Promising Business Leaders of Asia 2019-20, a testament to his strategic foresight and pioneering spirit.
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Deepayan Sen
Head- Real Estate & Leasing
Deepayan Sen is the head of real estate and leasing department of our Company. He has been associated with Awfis since 2015 and he is responsible for forecast, understand, evaluate and build the supply strategy for business growth and opportunity. He holds a certificate of business professional programmer from Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Class (DOEACC) Society and he has cleared intermediate examination of the Institute of Costs and Works Accountants of India. He has 16 years of experience in the real estate sector. Before his association with our Company, he has previously served as the national lead – RE and LP in real estate and projects department with Staples Future Office Products Limited, the manager of development and expansion department with METRO Cash & Carry India Private Limited, the deputy manager with Pantaloon Retail Limited and the assistant manager with Radhakrishna Consumer Services Private Limited.
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Sumit Rochlani
Chief Financial Officer
Sumit Rochlani is the Chief Financial Officer at Awfis Space Solutions Ltd., a seasoned finance leader with over 15 years of experience across industries, including Aerospace & Defense, Medical Devices, and Flexible Workspaces. He leads the company’s financial strategy and oversees key functions including taxation, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, and business finance. Prior to joining Awfis, Sumit held a leadership role at Boeing India. His earlier experience includes key positions at Stryker India and PWC, where he built strong expertise in financial management, governance, and strategic business partnering. A Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Sumit cleared all levels in his first attempt and holds a Diploma in IFRS from ACCA. He is known for his strengths in controllership, FP&A, corporate finance, indirect taxation, and driving finance transformation through automation and technology.
Manu Dhir
COO
Manu is the Chief Operating Officer at Awfis Space Solutions Pvt. Ltd., India's first listed and largest flex space company. He has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and establishing it as India’s leading flexible workspace provider. Since joining in 2015, Manu has played a key role in expanding the Awfis network, developing strategic partnerships, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Under his leadership, Awfis has redefined the coworking landscape by creating a tech-enabled, customer-centric ecosystem that caters to businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. Manu has ensured seamless workspace management and led initiatives to enhance user experience and engagement through Awfis’ digital platform. With a deep focus on innovation, service excellence, and business strategy, he continues to drive Awfis’ mission of transforming the future of work.
Manu brings extensive leadership experience across hospitality, entertainment, and healthcare, with a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving operational excellence. He has led growth strategies and optimized efficiencies, playing a pivotal role in brand expansion and service excellence. With a strong foundation in hospitality, he has also held leadership positions at renowned brands like The Oberoi Group, further shaping his expertise in the industry.
Manu holds a strong educational background that has provided a solid foundation for his strategic and operational expertise. With a career spanning over 25 years, he has consistently demonstrated business acumen, leadership excellence, and a forward-thinking approach to scaling businesses, enhancing customer engagement, and driving profitability. Through a commitment to innovation and operational transformation, Manu continues to be a key influencer in the evolving workspace and hospitality industries.