DGA Group Announces Leadership Transition Plan
Washington, DC – October 31, 2025 – DGA Group, an expert-led global advisory firm, today announced a planned leadership transition as the firm prepares for its next stage of growth.
After leading DGA since its founding in 2021, Edward Reilly, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), has informed the Board of his intention to retire as CEO in the first half of 2026. At that time, he will serve as Non-Executive Chairman, remaining actively engaged in supporting the firm’s leadership and long-term strategy.
In anticipation of this transition, the firm has appointed Prem Kumar as President, expanding his responsibilities across DGA’s global platform. Mr. Kumar, who currently leads DGA’s Middle East & North Africa practice and serves on the firm’s Executive Committee, brings a strong track record of advising clients, driving growth, and building teams. Before joining Albright Stonebridge Group in 2015, he served on the National Security Council at the White House, and with the U.S. State Department in Washington and abroad, after beginning his career at Morgan Stanley in New York.
“Nearly five years since our founding, DGA has established a strong global platform and a proven model for helping clients navigate the intersection of policy, markets, and communications,” said Mr. Reilly. “As we prepare for the firm’s next chapter, I have full confidence in our leadership team and in Prem’s ability to guide DGA’s continued success.”
Mr. Kumar added, “I am honored to take on this expanded role and to work alongside Ed, our leadership team, and colleagues around the world as we build on DGA’s strong foundation. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional value to clients through our integrated, expert-led approach.”
About DGA Group
DGA Group is a global advisory firm that helps clients protect – and grow – what they have built in today’s complex business environment. We understand the challenges and opportunities of an increasingly regulated and interconnected world. Leveraging the experience and expertise of Albright Stonebridge Group, a leader in global strategy and commercial diplomacy, and a deep bench of communications, public affairs, and government relations consultants, we help clients navigate and shape global policy, reputational, and financial issues. To learn more, visit dgagroup.com.