Supermarket chain RB Patel Group has made a significant addition to its board of directors with the appointment of Jitoko Tikolevu, the former chief executive officer of the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS). Tikolevu fills a vacancy left by Kavin Rathod’s resignation in November of the previous year.
Chairperson of the RB Patel Group board, Kamal Haer, expressed confidence in Tikolevu’s ability to contribute positively to the company. She noted that his extensive experience in civil service, which includes roles at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Auditor General’s office, and as a high commissioner to the United Kingdom, sets him up well for his new position.
Tikolevu’s tenure as the head of the FRCS from 2007 to 2015 has equipped him with a rich background in taxation and business, making him a valuable asset to the RB Patel Group. Ms. Haer highlighted his qualifications, which include a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of the South Pacific and a Master’s in Taxation from the University of Auckland in New Zealand.
The board’s addition of Tikolevu aligns with the company’s focus on enhancing its strategic direction and expertise in the business and taxation domains. With the backdrop of increasing demands for innovation and efficiency within retail operations, his insights from both the public sector and diplomatic spheres could provide valuable guidance.
This new appointment could be a promising step for the RB Patel Group as it navigates through evolving market challenges and aims to strengthen its governance and operational strategies. Tikolevu’s experience in taxation reform and civil service positions him to offer a fresh perspective to the company’s initiatives.
In light of current global trends towards modernization and efficiency in business practices, this strategic appointment suggests a proactive approach by the RB Patel Group in adapting to future challenges effectively.
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