Yakub Ariff, the second son of founder Jehad Ariff, has been an integral part of Macson Mesh’s growth journey, carrying forward the legacy while steering the business into its next phase of expansion. After completing his undergraduate studies in Business Management, he immersed himself in all facets of the organisation, gaining hands-on experience across operations, production, and commercial functions. As Chairman and Managing Director, Yakub provides clear strategic direction and hands-on leadership, driving business performance, operational excellence, and long-term growth. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and technological advancement, he continues to strengthen Macson Mesh’s manufacturing capabilities and market presence. As the company marks its 60th anniversary, Yakub is leading the next phase of transformation, positioning the business for sustained expansion, stronger partnerships, and long-term value creation while preserving the entrepreneurial spirit on which the company was built.

Dastaquir Ismail, widely known as Dasty, brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience across the IT, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. His career spans the successful leadership of multiple business units locally and internationally, including the establishment and scaling of regional operations for diversified conglomerates, as well as the growth of his own ventures. At Macson Mesh, Dasty provides strategic direction and executive leadership, overseeing business transformation, operational excellence, and long-term growth. His expertise spans strategic planning, sales and commercial leadership, supply chain optimisation, and the integration of technology-driven solutions to enhance performance and scalability. Recognised for his disciplined approach, market insight, and ability to build resilient organisations, Dasty has played a key role in strengthening Macson Mesh’s market position and guiding the company through its evolution into a modern, growth-focused enterprise. He holds an MBA from London Metropolitan University and is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing

With over 30 years of experience in the finance sector, Shiromi Dias has been a cornerstone of Macson Mesh since its formative years. Her deep institutional knowledge, financial discipline, and steady leadership have played a critical role in strengthening the company’s governance, financial stability, and long-term growth. Highly respected across the organisation, Shiromi is known for her strong people management skills, integrity, and professionalism. She has built and mentored capable teams through a leadership style rooted in trust, accountability, and consistency. Her journey through the corporate ranks reflects dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence, making her a key pillar of Macson Mesh’s continued success

With over 25 years of progressive experience in sales and marketing, Mazhar Zuhair brings deep commercial acumen and strategic leadership to Macson Mesh. His career, built within the apparel and manufacturing sectors, reflects a strong track record in driving revenue growth, strengthening market presence, and building high-performance sales organizations. At Macson Mesh, Mazhar leads the company’s sales strategy with a sharp focus on structured sales management, team development, and change leadership. He plays a pivotal role in aligning people, processes, and market strategy to ensure agility in a rapidly evolving business environment. His ability to motivate teams, embed performance-driven cultures, and manage transformation initiatives has been central to strengthening customer partnerships and expanding the company’s footprint across both local and international markets. Known for his disciplined approach, market insight, and people-centric leadership style, Mazhar continues to drive sustainable growth while reinforcing Macson Mesh’s reputation for reliability, quality, and long-term value creation.

Mr. Wasantha Deepal is an accomplished engineer and a graduate of the University of Moratuwa, bringing extensive technical and managerial expertise to Macson Mesh. With a strong background in the cable manufacturing industry, he has previously served as both Factory Manager at Kamal Cables (Pvt) Ltd and General Manager at Sun Cables, gaining valuable experience in large-scale production environments. He possesses deep knowledge in materials engineering, manufacturing processes, and operational management. His proven leadership skills, strategic decision-making ability, and talent for motivating teams enable him to drive efficiency and uphold high production standards. As the General Manager – Factory Manufacture, Mr. Deepal plays a key role in ensuring consistent quality, innovation, and operational excellence within Macson Mesh’s manufacturing operations.

With over 50 years of dedicated service to Macson Mesh, Mr. Azeez is one of the most experienced and respected members of our team. He began his career as a machine operator, long before Macson grew into the leading mesh manufacturer it is today. Through decades of hands-on involvement in production, he has gained unmatched machinery expertise, deep technical knowledge, and a practical understanding of factory operations. His journey from the shop floor to Factory Manager reflects his strong leadership abilities, commitment, and ability to guide and mentor large teams with confidence. Today, he oversees factory operations with a focus on efficiency, safety, and quality, making him an integral part of Macson’s continued growth and success.