Arvind Sharma
About Arvind Sharma
Arvind Sharma serves as the Head of Group Compliance at DP World, bringing extensive experience in compliance and ethics from various roles in prominent companies. His career includes key positions at Hewlett-Packard, Flowserve Corporation, Boeing, and Agility, where he developed compliance programs and managed significant investigations.
Current Role at DP World
Arvind Sharma serves as the Head of Group Compliance at DP World, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees compliance strategies and initiatives within the organization. His responsibilities include ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and managing compliance risks across various business operations. DP World operates in a complex global environment, making effective compliance management essential for its success.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Ethics
Prior to joining DP World, Arvind Sharma held significant roles in compliance and ethics at various organizations. He was the Chief Compliance Officer at Agility from 2019 to 2022, where he developed compliance frameworks. Before that, he served as Director of Compliance & Ethics at Shelf Drilling for one year in the UAE. His tenure at Flowserve Corporation included roles as Director - Sr. Compliance Counsel and Director - International Trade Counsel, where he focused on anti-bribery and ethics compliance.
Career at Hewlett-Packard and Boeing
Arvind Sharma began his career in compliance at Hewlett-Packard, where he worked as Trade Compliance Manager from 2000 to 2005 in Houston, Texas. Following this, he served as an Export Compliance Specialist at Boeing for a year in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His early experiences laid the foundation for his expertise in trade compliance and regulatory matters.
Education and Qualifications
Arvind Sharma holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from South Texas College of Law, which he completed from 1995 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from The University of Texas at Arlington. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in legal and business principles, essential for his roles in compliance.
Achievements in Compliance Management
Throughout his career, Arvind Sharma has achieved notable successes in compliance management. He managed a team that resolved a U.S. Customs audit, resulting in $6 million in savings. Additionally, he developed enhanced compliance programs targeting regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. His leadership in multi-jurisdictional investigations at Flowserve led to no criminal sanctions related to the company's involvement in the UN Oil for Food Program.