Advisory firm DGA Group Hires Mars Wrigley's Sunita Patnaik as Partner, Head of New Delhi Office  

DGA Group, an expert-led advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Ted Dean as partner and co-lead of DGA-Albright Stoneridge Group’s China practice based in Washington, D.C. and Sunita Patnaik as partner and head of the New Delhi office.

Ted Dean joins the firm following a distinguished career in government, business, and international affairs. Most recently, he served as principal advisor on international affairs to U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, advising on a range of issues and initiatives across the world, including playing a key role in shaping China policy. 

Previously, Dean worked as the global head of public policy at Dropbox. He also served in the Obama administration as deputy assistant secretary and acting assistant secretary in the International Trade Administration of the Commerce Department. Before his time in government, he resided in China for 16 years where he ran a strategy consulting and investment advisory firm and served as chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in China.

New Delhi Head Announced: Sunita Patnaik

Sunita Patnaik brings more than 20 years of experience in corporate affairs, specializing in public policy, advocacy, corporate communications, crisis management, reputation management, and media relations in India. She has played a central role in engaging with stakeholders from the public, private, and social sectors in prior roles at Cargill, Walmart, Meta, and Mars Wrigley. At Mars Wrigley, she was part of the India leadership team, where she led public affairs, stakeholder management, advocacy, corporate and brand reputation, crisis management, and internal communications throughout the country.

“Sunita’s deep understanding of diverse industries and her vast experience in corporate affairs will significantly strengthen our regional team,” said Atman Trivedi, partner and lead of the South Asia practice in Washington, D.C. 

“Her leadership and sophisticated understanding of public policy and public affairs will enhance our capabilities to serve clients in the region’s rapidly evolving business environment.”, he added.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ted Dean and Sunita Patnaik, two outstanding professionals, to our global team. Their extensive experience, expertise, and judgment will be of great value to our clients and our global team. We are also delighted that our colleague Amy Celico will remain a part of our team and clients will continue to benefit from her wise counsel,” Dan K. Rosenthal, managing partner of DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group Rosenthal added.