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SEP T EM B E R 2 02 1 Narendra Ram Sanjay Nambula Ghodawat Bantwal Ramesh Krishna Kumar Baliga Goyal c r e a t o r s o f sus t a i n a b l e Mukta Adityaraj Shah businesses Rohit Arora Devashish Kamdar Shyam Sunder Manish Mahendra Chhugani Hathiramani Yadav
CONTENTS CREATORS OF SUSTAINABLE BUSINESSES SEP TEMBER 2021 Business Head: Arun Singh National Head: Mohan Singh Bisht Regional Head West: Jiten Shivlani Regional Head South: Chetana Shetty 03 Design Head: Liju Varghese Association India Inc., Aims at GREEN Footprint for Sustainability www.falconads.in I 8454052826 04 06 08 10 watertec Lifespan Shree Hatkeshwara Sona Sikka Crafting Intelligent Trendsetter in Health Group Gold Rush for Sona Bathrooms that Save and Wellness, Rich in Accelerating the Nation’s Sikka’s Legacy for Water Wisdom of Traditional... Socio-Economic Goals ... Excellence... 12 14 16 18 Sanjay Ghodawat Group Transganization Kohinoor Group Manish Hathiramani Ghodawat Consumer Leading Businesses Astute in Business Ace in Aiming for the Envisions INR 2,000 cr towards Successful Samaritan by Heart... Bulls Eye revenue by FY23... Spiritual & Sustainable... Disclaimer : Creators of 20 22 24 Sustainable Businesses booklet is a special initiative of Falcon Ads under Fortune India Exchange. The content and design of the booklet The Future Growth of Devashish Kamdar Accurate Powertech Renewable Energy has been compiled under Fortune India Exchange. Claims made in the The Iconic Entrepreneur India Pvt. Ltd., Business in India content are verified by Falcon Ads and readers discretion is therefore Redefining Luxury Taking the Green Route... recommended.
cover STORY creators of sustainable businesses INDIA INC., AIMS AT GREEN FOOTPRINT FOR SUSTAINABILITY The climate shift and changes are already wreaking havoc on man, material and putting enterprises into grave jeopardy regardless. In 2015, global think tanks in the UN came up with 17 parameters essential for meeting Sustainable Development Goals which was ratified and adopted by member countries. India, as one of the signatories of the resolution, is supported by its large business community by adopting ways and means for ensuring sustainable development, which also addresses, besides environment protection, empowering of the marginalised sections of the society T ime and again, the green brigade has and participate in nation-building through sustainability. warned of the ominous consequences Supporting them is the government, which has of environmental degradation, putting developed dynamic regulations and standards, offers a question mark on the very survival attractive subsidies and incentives and has increased of man and the environment that supports livelihood. public investment in green technologies to do away with Taking heed of the caution, the world community in nature-society imbalances, which can threaten socio- response has taken into account of how to do business economic stability. by going green. India is committed to safeguarding the Big names in the corporate sector such as ACC, environment. Search for alternative and renewable Sustainable development is Wipro, Reliance Industries, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata energy is therefore a goal for private enterprises and fundamental for addressing Group, Infosys, HCL, Hindustan Zinc, Vedanta and ITC the government establishments aiming at energy strife in the world by removing have taken a lead in creating a dynamic ecosystem efficiency, reducing wastage of energy resources, inequalities. The steps taken that supports research, innovation hubs, incubators cutting down on dependability of fossil fuels, which are today towards sustainable etc., and sharing of experiences with industry fast dwindling and not replenishable and finding ways development would eventually federations and association for accelerating the green to minimize carbon foot print. The industries have benefit the future generations goals through efforts such as training programs, for centuries been blatantly excavating the innards to rise to their full potential for consultancy services, and supporting educational of the earth. The plundering of the environment is meeting their own needs. institutions to make sustainability an integral part also the result of a skewed socio-economic structure of the core curriculum. They are also encouraging that has spawned poverty contributing to social poverty, protect the planet and ensure that people from engineering, design and architectural schools to focus imbalance where nature is ripped off its resources all walks of life irrespective of their background get to on sustainable design, besides supporting several by the poor to fulfil their basic needs and the waste enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. Indian business schools to impart practical learning of being dumped contaminating fragile eco systems In India, the private and corporate sector are working building and running sustainable businesses. Private unique to the geography of the place. It highlights the committedly for attaining the Sustainable Development organizations also run awareness campaigns on issues of poverty and the need to eradicate it for a Goals by combating poverty and inequalities educating sustainability to empower communities for a mutually more inclusive development with equal opportunities and skilling people through various CSR initiatives that gainful association of the corporate, people and other for growth and prosperity. Sustainable development are mostly active at places in and around the regions stakeholders to bring about an impactful, healthy and is fundamental for addressing strife in the world by where their facilities are operational. They are also successful change in building a symbiotic people- removing inequalities. The steps taken today towards exploring alternative energy sources to fuel their progress nature-industry relationship. sustainable development would eventually benefit the future generations to rise to their full potential for meeting their own needs. India’s promise to fulfil the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, broadly address three main pillars- economic, environmental, and social categories, covering 17 aspects concerning people, planet and profits. It was UN’s universal call for eradicating 03
creators of sustainable businesses CRAFTING INTELLIGENT BATHROOMS THAT SAVE WATER Watertec has revolutionised the bath spaces in partnership with foreign brands such as Swiss, Italy, Japan, Portugal & Thailand in crafting elegant and intelligent bathrooms offering unique customer experience of comfort and functionality. Watertec, which began a humble journey in 1997 from Coimbatore, today boasts of having a major chunk of the market in the premium category for sustainable products powered by hi-tech AI and comprehensive bathroom solutions. BANTWAL RAMESH BALIGA; CEO, Watertec India Pvt. Ltd. As a manufacturer of premium is integrated with a touchless feature and comprises of a wide range of sanitary product range in bathroom fittings remote operated. Infused with Japanese fittings such as sensor faucets, sensor soap and accessories, how is Watertec technology, it ensures all round hygiene dispensers and Water Management system. transforming the industry to match and comfort with 4 cleansing modes. These These products are compatible to modern world-class products? ultramodern innovations consist of premium washrooms and WCs, with environment- Watertec has always been a pioneer in designs and features like touchless flushing, friendly water-saving performance, touch-free bringing out quality products. Our business hygienic rimless bowls, self-cleaning bidets, operations and outstanding hygiene functions. plan and policy emulate Quality. In the wake hands-free operation, self-deodorising, Touchless Cisterns by Oli uses active of the transformation, we have brought out temperature control, seat warming, in- infrared technology, pneumatic flush Giving impetus world-class products that mainly focuses build speakers, voice assist and remote to the concept technology and wireless communication on water saving and touchless features. connectivity amongst a plethora of hi-tech - Intelligent technology for automatic flushing. Water The bathroom is intrinsic in playing a key advanced features and functions. Bathrooms, efficient, these cisterns can activate half Watertec role in maintaining health and hygiene and Regal Flush Cistern, a modern-day encompasses flush or full flush by programming through therefore the need for an efficiently intelligent replacement of the regular flush cistern, a range of a remote control or by the wave of a hand. bathroom is rising, now more than ever. comes with Anti-bacterial, Anti-Fungal and products that These are made of high quality anti-fungal, are powered Giving impetus to the concept - Intelligent added fragrance in every flush. They come in by AI, next- anti-bacteria resin which ensures hygiene. Bathrooms, Watertec encompasses a range over 10 attractive sleek designs and colours generation Urimat– Waterless Urinals address an area of products that are powered by AI, next- to choose from to match your bathroom décor. technology where there is a large consumption of water or IoT to generation technology or IoT to revolutionize CONTI+ Washroom and Shower touchless revolutionize (even potable water at times) is that in the the bath space whilst elevating customer solutions are products with exceptional the bath space urinals. Each flush could tantamount to litres experience. Among our popular premium sensory qualities, cast in attractive shapes, whilst elevating of water being expended. Waterless urinals use customer products are- combined with technically sophisticated experience. liquid sealers and rely on density differential Beaulet new innovative Electric Bidet functions. The Conti+ product portfolio between the sealant and the liquid waste. 04
creators of sustainable businesses Since you ventured out into the market as a a 115-year-old manufacturer and together we have designs and long-lasting finish amongst several manufacturer in 1997, what is the evolution that a total experience of 140 years in the industry. Our other uber features. As a brand that explores better you have witnessed in the industry? collaborative working has enabled us to provide ways to delight its customers, Watertec aims to The main concept of venturing into polymer affordable products in India having latest technology. deliver exactly this. manufacturing was to counter the cheap metal These partnerships have made us a total bathroom products either imported or made from scrap material solutions provider offering a range of products from Considering the thrust for sustainability beginning which were of ordinary quality. It was also to create basic taps made of virgin grade polymer to the other from source to the delivery of the end products, a tap for rural India wherein the affordability was a high end of the spectrum, that is touchless. We can how is Watertec aligned to this goal? question as metal taps were expensive. Hence, we cater to any segment of Tier 1, 2 & 3 cities. Our range Watertec follows sustainability checklist across started with products suitable for such a market at of products include PVD coated range, Marine grade its production and manufacturing process which affordable prices that saw quick acceptance for Stainless steel products, Sensor products, High end are devised to promote minimal environmental their quality. Expanding the customer experience, the sanitaryware, Faucets in various styles and designs, impact. Our production technique is completely company then focussed on providing a total plumbing Showers collection and innovative products in automated that curbs wastage and the robots solution that is behind the wall, inside the wall and engineering polymer. conserves time and energy. Watertec products are outside the wall. This was a turning point where the The market demands are to design bathroom and made of high-quality engineering polymer which is company catapulted in demand across all level of plumbing solutions that not only meet this basic approved by National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). customers. We also had certain products which was requirement but also pair comfort and convenience They are designed to enhance the quality of water focused on hygiene and health of individual starting with flawless performance, premium output where health and hygiene are given priority. from the bathroom giving us immense pleasure to These food grade approved taps eliminate lead create them for all segments of people. Over the years, formation and gives fresh and clean water. the bathroom has evolved across many platforms The market Our leak free products can save water up to ranging from simple taps to now touchless that are demands are to 70% be it taps, showers or flushing system. We AI enabled available in exceptional designs, quality design bathroom encourage the reuse of waste in production at our and performance. The market has premium products and plumbing facilities which is also recycled and used in products embedded with features such as anti- bacteria, anti- solutions that not like waste coupling, floor drains. only meet this basic fungi, cockroach traps, anti-odour, touchless, water requirement but management done through service apps. Shower Beaulet – also pair comfort Electronic Bidet systems too come with water saving, rain showers and convenience with mist, and body shower that rejuvenate a weary with flawless Shower body and mind. The sanitaryware are fully automatic performance, Column and so touchless. Hi-end technology has literally premium designs transformed drab bathrooms into a pleasure room! and long-lasting Watertec is presently working on Industry 4.0 finish amongst specification and has developed fully automated robots several other uber features. working round the clock with the injection moulding machine. This is giving a high productive output and quality of international standards. In a couple of months all our factories will be compliant to industry As water is scare and a looming threat for the 4.0 standards and we envisage to achieve volume of earth, what are the initiatives that Watertec has Kuche 25 million pcs a year. It is evolution of manufacturing taken under CSR for saving water? process to match the product evolution and also the Our CSR activity predominantly revolves around selling now has made us a complete one stop solution training numerous plumbers and making them aware providing company to the advantage of customers. of the water saving products at our training institutes under the Skill India initiative. Plumbers are given Could you share how partnerships with special focus because they are the link to sensitise foreign companies Pressure Limiter end customer on saving water. We have also built Touchless helped you to revamp Flush Plates toilets, government school, over-head tanks, and the portfolio and provided them with knowledge on preserving water. quality of Watertec? Sensor We in partnership with IPA and Rotary have distributed The companies that we Faucet more than 50,000 water saving aerators to house in have partnered with have societies, conducted classes in their premises for been manufacturers for training the apartment owners and children. Rain over 5 decades. WTS is water harvesting is another of our focus areas. 05
creators of sustainable businesses Trendsetter in Health and Wellness Industry, Rich in Wisdom OF TRADITIONAL AND MODERN NUTRITION SUPPLEMENTS Narendra Ram Nambula: A business builder who made his mark through positive impact in the nutraceutical industry. A trailblazer of successful enterprises today, Mr. Narendra Ram Nambula climbed his way up in many remarkable industries. A first-generation entrepreneur, Mr. Narendra Ram’s exemplary people skills, ability to leverage market dynamics and keen entrepreneurial acumen helped reshape many companies to evolve and change course. M r. Nambula’s personal characteristics are perhaps the best way to sketch his profile: Narendra Ram apart from dedication to innovation and being Nambula; consistent about the significance of leadership, Founder and CEO, he has set an example for Indian youth with his initiatives towards Lifespan Pvt. Ltd. community service, and also championed the cause of equality in society. He achieved great things in the world of business while strengthening the two backbones of the country - Education and Health. ABOUT LIFESPAN PVT LTD Mr.Narendra Ram Nambula envisioned at a young age the need of supplements, he also holds faith in the ancient adage “let food be thy medicine”, Lifespan Pvt. Ltd. was created with a mission to provide reliable, high-quality supplements to the society. Lifespan Pvt. Ltd. offers more than 100 plus products with a promise to satisfy customers and make them feel secure in their purchases through perpetual inventory and full documentation according to stringent GMP regulations. Lifespan differentiates itself from its competitors through a diverse product line in the form of tablets, capsules, gels , oils, paste, liquids/juices, dry/ wet blended powders and diskettes. All the products are based on the ancient texts and scientific literature about the ingredients that go into the formulation of the product and so it is not a medicine or substitute for varied diets. Lifespan products are amazingly effective and very popular and are in varying forms namely: LIQUIDS/OILS: : Panch Tulsi Drops, Forest Honey, Red Onion Hair Oil, Muscle and Joint Pain Oil etc. DISKETTES: Chyawanprash Diskettes and Protein Diskettes are of Vanilla and Chocolate flavour. Chyawanprash is a time tested ayurvedic formulation made with more than 45 herbs, it is innovated in the form of Diskette suitable for all age groups. It is a powerful herbal remedy for almost all anomalies. This ayurvedic supplement helps in variety of health conditions. A snack that has
creators of sustainable businesses convenience, taste, health and of course, Protein in LIFESPAN DURING THE COVID PANDEMIC the manufacturing process. every bite! Lifespan Protein Diskettes with Vanilla and Life and situations around are ironically, both good Lifespan’s manufacturing facility is registered and built Chocolate variant provides high protein and essential and a concern. Even as life expectancy has improved according to USFDA standards (U.S. FDA Registration No.: nutrients to help fulfil one’s daily nutritional needs in significantly with better medical facilities, treatment 16316762158). The manufacturing facility is equipped a convenient manner. and cure, on the other hand health and nutrition with state-of-the-art machinery and the production team Capsules, Tablets & Chewables: Brahmi, remains a concern impacted by changing lifestyles, and technicians are experts in running the production Ashwagandha, Moringa, Spirulina, Vitamin C and Zinc stress and pollution. As a result, deficiencies of without compromising on quality and standards. Lifespan Chewables, Vitamin C, Triple source Calcium, Shilajit, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients are commonly strive to keep technology and its premises updated Weight Management Capsules,. Tthese products have found in the community making them prone to various through continuous improvement of processes and properties ranging from anti-oxidants, revitalizers, diseases. systems. Lifespan is expanding and is working across the immune builders, improve brain function, sharpen Initiatives, innovations and introduction often world in taking its Ayurvedic supplements to countries mental alertness and memory, anti aging, stress thrives in periods of adversity. Since last year Covid-19 like Canada, Russia, UAE and USA to name a few. buster, natural detoxifier, analgesic for the nervous has been scattering rapidly, so was the necessity of system, maintain bone health, manage thyroid and a new developments, where it was needed most and ENTREPRENEURIAL ENDEAVOURS AN lot more. to support humanity during the challenges. Lifespan ENRICHED EXPERTISE THAT SPANS ACROSS A High quality ingredients are used in the products while adhering to strict quality measures during the manufacturing process. Lifespan differentiates itself from its competitors through a diverse product line in the form of tablets, capsules, gels and paste, liquids, dry and wet blended powders and diskettes. Spreads: Creamy Peanut with Butter and Crunchy launched multiple products to support the immune VARIETY OF DOMAINS Peanut Butter has combined properties of power- building, and other nutritional requirements during the As Mr.Narendra Ram Nambula involves himself in all packed nutrients. They are rich in Vitamin E, Folic pandemic. At Lifespan, it is believed that the future of stages of the development of company’s business, acid, Magnesium, Oleic acid, Niacin. It makes for a a brand is rooted in the future of its new developments Lifespan Pvt. Ltd. offers a perpetual inventory of 100+ delicious meal as it can be spread on bread, roti or and support to the mankind. products with a promise of surety and satisfaction to paranthas for a filling breakfast and snacking as it is Lifespan is committed in helping its customers customers through full documentation as per stringent full of nutrients needed to tackle a hectic day ahead. turn concepts into full-fledged commercial products - GMP regulations. Strong leadership is essential for the Juices: Aloe Vera with Honey, Amla with Honey and tested, evaluated and modified to perfection. Lifespan, rise of an enterprise. Never the one to compromise on Wheat Grass with Honey, these liquid products packs true to its nomenclature and hallmark, offers high- quality, Mr.Narendra Ram Nambula serves as a guiding are available in easy- to use- appealing designs. They quality products and in interesting combinations for force, takes responsibility for identifying business serve as tonic that nourish the body. These juices are enhanced taste, nutritional value and best results. challenges and finding ways to address them, fosters good for the liver, helps in hydrating and detoxifying the innovation and works collaboratively with all members body, benefits in skin health, improve IBS symptoms, MANUFACTURING FACILITY of the company. Today Lifespan’s -NLIFE is a well- gives relief from heart burns apart from other benefits. Lifespans state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in known and acknowledged brand in the market. It is Powder: Protein powder in Vanilla and Chocolate Hyderabad, is capable of handling mass production available across the country on all major e-commerce flavours. Protein, help in muscle growth and of health , it strictly adheres to the GMP regulations platforms and retail stores in the country….. maintaining body mass, keep blood pressure under to ensure that its products are pure, safe, unaltered check and reduce inflammation. They help to suppress and effective. High quality ingredients are used in the LIFESPAN HAS INDEED MADE LIFE appetite and boost metabolism. products while adhering to strict quality measures during LARGER THAN LIFE! 07
creators of sustainable businesses ACCELERATING THE NATION’S SOCIO - ECONOMIC GOALS FOR SELF-RELIANCE The young and dynamic Director of India’s leading logistics and transport company, Ms Mukta Adityaraj Shah, is a second-generation owner of the “National Carrier Shree Hatkeshwara Group.” It’s MUKTA ADITYARAJ a story where a father has empowered SHAH; Director, his daughter to break conventional Shree Hatkeshwara mind-sets and domains to venture into a Group largely male dominated business. Mukta is living up to the trust reposed in her capabilities by adding new ventures to the company’s portfolio and was instrumental in forging international collaborations and establishment of its hubs in the US. She continues to successfully steer the company through tough challenges and win new clients. A fter completion of her Masters in Business We believe in making ethical work culture inculcated among the Administration in International Business, Mukta, our customers lazy, by making staff has developed a sense of responsibility, joined the business in 2015 beginning with our customers dependent and determination, dedication, honesty, and the Finance Department. She worked diligently providing them on time delivery. mutual respect which form the driving force of through the rank and file of the Group for in-depth and practical We proudly present ourselves its well-coordinated team spirit and formidable understanding, which needs very niche skills to operate in the as ‘Carriers of National Wealth,’” unity in the face of challenges propelling the says Mukta, who is aware that very demanding sector. Her education from some of the premier business to greater heights of excellence with the workforce are the major institutions and exposure to a global work culture, besides each passing day. stake holders in an organization. the dinner table conversations at home, imbued in her the Since its inception, Shree Hatkeshwara importance of ethics as well as trends in the business of which Group has been engaged in the logistics she was destined to be part of in the future. Those informal tanker by himself and nurtured a vision way and transportation services with pan India conversations, education in business management shaped her ahead of its time, would one day rule the operations. As specialists in transportation into the professional that she is today. This promising young logistics and transport industry with his own of Cement, GGBS, Steel and Chemicals like lady, who has also participated in MPOWER, the Management fleet of more than 1500 vehicles! Relentless LPG and Propane, the Group transports over Development Programme for Youth Transport entrepreneur hours of backbreaking toil bore fruit with the 2 million metric tons of cargo per year in its from IIM Ahmedabad is gifted with a sharp intellect, leadership very humble beginning of Shree Hatkeshwara own vehicle that number more than 1500. qualities and a vibrant vision to take the company to great Group. Over the years, the enterprise grew Shree Hatkeshwara Group is currently one of heights. She credits her father for giving her this opportunity and steadily into a conglomerate and today in 2021 India’s largest fleet owners of bulkers and is responsibility to take forward his years of hardwork and dream, is celebrating its Pearl Anniversary! Behind amongst the top three transporters of Bharat and proving that he is truly a champion of woman empowerment. the success of the Group lies the steadfast Petroleum Corporation Ltd. in western India. culture of punctuality, sincerity, integrity, The services offered by the Group covers a vast SHREE HATKESHWARA GROUP AND ITS GROWTH STORY hard work, effective, high service standards spectrum ranging from Rail Rake Management, Founder of Shree Hatkeshwara Group, Adityaraj Shah, was not and time definite delivery now inherent in the Inbound and Outbound Freight handling at aware of that someone who started off by driving a single milk ethos of the company’s functioning. These surface, Primary and Secondary warehousing/ 08
creators of sustainable businesses redistribution, Third Party Logistics and Surface Transportation services at most economical pricing options. Customization, understanding customer’s requirement and designing service systems to suit their requirements with the help of dedicated team of qualified persons are the strong points of the Group, enabling its expansion goals. WINNING TRUST FOR BRAND BUILDING “We believe in making our customers lazy, by making our customers dependent and providing them on time delivery. We proudly present ourselves as ‘Carriers of National Wealth,’” says Mukta, who is aware that the workforce are the major stake holders in an organization. “We have inculcated a culture in the organization that has developed a sense of responsibility, determination, dedication and honesty, in each of our team members. We choose the right person at the right place and ensure equal distribution of authority, responsibility, and Recently in 2018, the Group expanded its territories accountability, which is the key to good governance. The ACHIEVEMENTS to the United States of America. The credit largely goes Group has implemented Maker-Checker policy in each & AWARDS: to Mukta, who proudly shares, “Our Group Company department for ensuring errorless and smooth functioning SHCM Worldwide Inc. is based in Baltimore, Maryland, with the stake holders,” informs Mukta, who is a people’s 1. Ms. Mukta Shah won the USA. The company owns a fleet of 20 tractors and 20 person and motivates her team with encouragement and Mahindra Excellence Award for trailers and provides transportation services that include compassion winning their admiration, trust and loyalty. ‘Lady Transport Personality of hauling of grains in hopper trailers, aggregate materials for the Year 2017’. construction in dump trailers, and dry goods in dry vans.” 2. Shree Hatkeshwara Group was recognised as one of EXTENDING A HELPING HAND the ‘Top 10 Promising Hire Shree Hatkeshwara Group derives immense satisfaction Carrier Service Providers’ and happiness in giving back to the society as token of consecutively for 2018 and 2019. their gesture to those associated with and who supported 3. Business Connect Magazine the Group in its long and eventful journey from humble conferred Ms Mukta Shah with beginnings taking them to the pinnacle of success. The the ‘Woman Entrepreneur of Group has introduced a unique scheme for children of its the Year Award, 2019’. drivers who run the huge fleet of the company’s vehicle 4. Asia One Magazine that has created an efficient and dependable network of recognized Shree Hatkeshwara services winning trust and progress for the company. The Group with the ‘Fastest Group sponsors the higher education of the children of Growing Brand 2019-20.’ its drivers to help them in achieving their dreams. The 5. Mr. Adityaraj Shah, Founder company also arranges a medical camp every 6 months Shree Hatkeshwara Group for eyes and complete health check-up of the drivers to was conferred with the ‘Global safeguard their health and well-being. Asian of the Year Award, 2019- 20’ by Asia One Magazine. Shree Hatkeshwara Group is currently one of India’s largest fleet owners of bulkers and is amongst the top three transporters of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. in western India. 09
creators of sustainable businesses GOLD RUSH FOR SONA SIKKA’S LEGACY FOR EXCELLENCE IN OIL INDUSTRY Sona Sikka, is the first edible oil Neha Chhugani, Director; Rohit Chhugani, Director; Shyam Sunder Chhugani, Chairman, Sona Sikka refinery established in 1984 in Rajasthan. Founded by late Shri Tejumal Chhugani, father of Shri Shyam Sunder Chhugani, the brand is living up to its name by proving to be a market leader revolutionising the world of cooking oil with its flawless purity and quality rightly earning the moniker as the liquid gold in edible oil industry! S ona Sikka was acquired by Shri Shyam Sunder Chhugani in 1993 under family division, who built the business from scratch with sheer hard work, focus and smart market strategies winning the confidence of dealers and build their numbers as they served as the nodal points to popularise the brand. To engage with the dealer and to keep their interest alive in the product, he launched various kinds of schemes from time-to-time where gold and silver coins and many gifts were gifted to them. To indulge dealers and distributors, they were also offered foreign junkets with family to establish and ensure brand loyalty. Sales figures and targets were not considered as yardsticks to be the lucky dealer selected for the fun trips abroad. This move paid off and today, Sona Sikka has the support and association of 200-250 dealers, who have entrenched the brand firmly in the competitive turf. The monthly sale of Sona Sikka refined groundnut oil rose initially from 1400 tins to an incredible 10,0000 tins! Shri Sunder Chuggani achieved the magic number through his extensive sales measures and relentless diligence and marketing skills going from shop-to-shop on a scooter. Sharing his simple mission and intention that made Sona Sikka a house-hold name, the humble man says, “Since our inception, I had a strong belief that success follows those who follow their 05
creators of sustainable businesses heart. When we started out in 1984, I knew that the choice to live a healthy lifestyle and eat right The company was not just a trend, it was a transformation people underwent a looked at making for the long term. So, we set out thorough in on a journey to constantly work towards innovation technology to drive and development to improve the groundnut oil we its production units, various office bring to you today. Our goal is simple, ensure safety functions and get and maintain quality. Keeping various parameters customer feedback in mind, it is an honour to offer our consumers the that helped the best and healthy option for themselves and their brand to understand families.” the upcoming Ahead of its time in vision and innovation, Sonal trends in the market and upgrade itself Sikka worked on making the visibility of its brand for offering the very prominent in the highly choosey and finicky best product and market and consumers. Keeping in mind the quality services. and packing, the company from time-to-time has applied the best of technology to upgrade the packaging of its product. In 1993, Sona Sikka was the first to introduce corrugated boxes in India for packaging of edible oil! A product, so superfine in terms of quality and purity is what has retained the supremacy of the brand in the market for more than 35 years. That is why the labels of the product were also designed with the use of latest technology. The crimpon spout on top of the tin is also of the highest quality, which is 15 times better than other brands in the market. This penchant for focusing on packaging by the brand is to firmly rule out duplicity of the product in the market, which has a glut of spurious names, for ensuring the trust and its popularity amongst its customers in-tact. In 2011, Mr Sunder Chhugani was joined by his son Mr Rohit Chhugani and daughter Ms Neha Chhugani, who have leveraged the brand to a new high with their sensible and intelligent understanding of the family business. Under their tech savvy approach Since our inception, I had a strong belief that success follows those who follow their heart. When we started out in 1984, I knew that the choice to live a healthy and initiatives of the two siblings, the brand entered lifestyle and eat right was not just a trend, it was a transformation people into a new era of its journey, that of the social media looked at making for the long term. So, we set out on a journey to constantly and digital marketing. These tech platforms were work towards innovation and development to improve the groundnut oil we not only used for business promotion, but also a bring to you today. Our goal is simple, ensure safety and maintain quality. space where different kinds of online concerts and Keeping various parameters in mind, it is an honour to offer our consumers the contests were started that encouraged a healthy best and healthy option for themselves and their families. association of mutual trust between the brand and the customers, who also used the facility to directly interact with the Sona Sikka. The company underwent FMCG category with plans in the pipeline to introduce that its nutritional values is retained and some even a thorough in technology to drive its production units, many products in the market in the near future. fortified that aims to keep its customers healthy. various office functions and get customer feedback In 2020, when the Covid pandemic was raging This venture establishes the company’s next step that helped the brand to understand the upcoming adversely impacting several industry sectors, Sona and that is to go all out globally for which both the trends in the market and upgrade itself for offering Sikka launched two new products namely, Sona products are of international level, be it in packaging the best product and services. In other words, the Sikka Premium Mustard Oil and Sona Sikka Filtered or in its production. Sona Sikka excels in every company had its hand on the pulse of the market and Groundnut Oil,which have received tremendous segment of the business, which is deeply committed customers by becoming technology oriented! positive response. Each product of the brand sources to its founding values of diligence, superior quality Sona Sikka has set its mind to diversify in the the best of raw material and is processed in a manner and customer satisfaction. 11
creators of sustainable businesses GHODAWAT CONSUMER ENVISIONS INR 2,000 CR REVENUE BY FY23 GCPL is focused on constant product innovation, customer-centricity, affordability and quality, creating a unique brand identity for itself. These value-based practises have enabled the GCPL to achieve the momentous milestone of INR 1,000 cr in revenue ending FY21. Today’s mercurial economic scenario poses a challenge to any entrepreneurial endeavour in winning the trust of customers and retaining brand loyalty than earning profits from the venture. GCPL started its journey by manufacturing edible oils and with increasing consumer acceptance, trust and the notable success, the company was encouraged to expand and diversify its product portfolio to include staples, impulse and non-food categories under the famous “Star” brand. Elated by the GCPL’s success, Mr. Shrenik Ghodawat shares, “Our world-class manufacturing facilities, extensive rural and urban penetration, efficient trade marketing, distribution network and business ethics are the key driving factors for attaining this illustrious feat in a short span of time.” GCPL’s “Fizzinga” - carbonated fruit drinks, Frustar – fruit drinks, Star Water and RIDER – Energy Drink are among the top -selling products in the beverages category. A new inclusion is the dairy division offering of Star Ghee, Hapy Milkshakes and Star Flavoured Milk. The wide-ranging products are manufactured at GCPL’s state-of-the-art facilities under the supervision of its adept team who adhere to the most stringent manufacturing protocols. “STAR” brand Atta, Edible (R-L) SANJAY GHODAWAT; Founder & Chairman - SGG, Oil, Jaggery, Pulses, Rice, Salt, Sugar, Snacks and assorted SHRENIK GHODAWAT; Managing Director - GCPL namkeen’s are now household names in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and so are the “Ayurstar” range of personal care products and the “Klemax” range of homecare products. Under the dynamic leadership of Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat, Chairman Buoyed by the achievements, GCPL is expanding its business and Mr. Shrenik Ghodawat, Managing Director – Ghodawat horizons with new vigour to double its revenue to INR 2,000 Consumer Pvt Ltd (GCPL), the FMCG arm of Sanjay Ghodawat crore by end of FY23. Group (SGG), has endeared itself to millions through its customer- REVOLUTIONISING THE RETAIL SPACE centric business policies since its inception in 2013. SGG has SGG is already making waves in the retail world with various verticals like Aviation, Consumer Products, Education, its latest offering “Star Localmart”. This 21st century Energy, Mining, Realty, Retail, Software, Textiles and employs over supermarket will provide customers with an array of daily 10,000 people globally. consumable products under a single roof, besides opening 12
creators of sustainable businesses up lucrative franchising opportunity to aspiring company that has indigenously developed its own only airline to fly regional jet planes in India. entrepreneurs. Within six months, Star Localmart has SCADA system with a single-window dashboard that Mr Sanjay Ghodawat opines, “Education is surprised everyone with its phenomenal progress, can maintain any make or size of assets. It has its the only medium that can transform the lives of expanding from a single store to 20 stores and presence in 7 states and 36 locations in India. citizens.” Following this philosophy, he established another 300 stores in the pipeline for launch by end Living up to its motto of ‘Connecting Real India’, Star the dual ISO certified and UGC recognized “Sanjay of FY22. The eventual goal is to set up 3,000 stores Air, the aviation arm of SGG, is ensuring that people Ghodawat University” (SGU) in Kolhapur, where more across India in the next three years. reach their destination safely and comfortably, which than 16,000 students are imparted value-based is also affordable. It won the trust of lakhs of Indians education and knowledge. SGU runs international in a short span creating a national buzz recently schools, IIT & medical academies, engineering, by topping the Passenger Load Factor (PLF) chart architecture and management programs, and even outpacing all national and regional carriers. Within has school of pharmacy under its aegis. Today, SGU two years, Star Air, has expanded its operations from is an epitome of educational excellence, a reputation TORCHBEARERS OF SGG 3 to 15 cities and has also launched its international built through its cutting-edge pedagogy and enviable If Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat, Founder & Chairman of SGG, charter services while focusing on connecting more placement records. is the inspirational force behind the success of the rural towns to metro cities in India. Star Air is also the conglomerate, then Mr. Shrenik Ghodawat is taking COMPASSION FOR SOCIETY forward the glorious legacy of SGG to the next stage of Sanjay Ghodawat Foundation (SGF) has done modernization with his youthful visionary zeal. considerable charitable work across its various In 1993, Mr Sanjay Ghodawat laid the foundation Under the inspiring programs. Planting of over three lakh trees, providing of a robust business Group and built it with sheer mentorship of Mr. Sanjay free education to over 5,000 girls, setting up of bio- dedication, vision, unparalleled efforts and strong Ghodawat and the toilets, providing financial assistance to budding business ethics that earned SGG a reputation for sportspersons and the families of martyrs, etc. are its unique products and services across the globe. dynamic leadership of areas where SGF has left indelible impact. In 2019, He is supported by his son Shrenik Ghodawat, who Mr. Shrenik Ghodawat, SGF was in the forefront in providing all possible help was lauded for his entrepreneurial endeavours on the company aims to soon to hapless victims of the devastating Kolhapur floods. a global stage for earning a rare recognition of “40 join the elite club of the During COVID-19 pandemic, SGF helped more than Most Influential Asian Under 40” by AsiaOne. He Top 10 consumer product half a million people across India. The COVID Care spearheads the Consumer Products, Aviation, Energy Centre at SGU campus (Kolhapur) saved hundreds of and Retail verticals of the Group. companies in India. lives, benefitting more than 23,000 patients through Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat is recipient of many its 24/7 availability of medical facilities. Also, SGF illustrious national and international awards given by came to the aid of Mauli Old Age Home in Kolhapur, Economic Times, Times Group, Femina, Maharashtra which was on the verge of closure due to a financial State, Education World, among others. “The road to crunch, giving it a new lease of life by providing all success and the road to failure are almost the same. support including financial help. It is the belief, courage, and persistence of each A role model for youngsters and an inspiring traveller that decides where he will lead,” says Mr. personality, Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat believes in giving Sanjay Ghodawat. back to society what is rightfully earned from it, stating, “Charity, philanthropy, uplifting others, etc. A PROGRESSIVE CONGLOMERATE are the real jewels that every successful person SGG has seen inspiring progress, especially in should wear. The kind of positive radiance it creates the fields of Aviation, Consumer Products, not only brings transformative changes Education, Energy and Retail over the last in the lives of others but few years. RENOM, which was also gives you the highest conceptualized in 2015, has level of satisfaction that become the largest no other materialist thing independent service in the world can offer. provider in the Do remember, the Renewable Energy power of philanthropy O&M (Operations is immense and & Maintenance) its results are always space in India. beyond numbers.” It is the only 13
creators of sustainable businesses LEADING BUSINESSES TOWARDS SUCCESSFUL SPIRITUAL & SUSTAINABLE TRANSFORMATION The global corporate arena is fraught with intense competition. Standing up contrary, most promoter driven businesses consider to the high expectations needs special mindset and skills, traits essential profitability reflected on the balance sheet as a for the success of an enterprise, which does not come easy. Many flounder measure of growth and success. This perception despite the best of concepts, intentions and investments. Empowering such needs to change by depicting that the correct scale to measure the real growth of the business is entities with a global perspective is leading Guru in Business makeover, sustainability by modifying entrepreneurial mindset Mr. Rohit Arora, Founder & CEO of Transganization, who is passionately along with implementation of new capabilities in playing a catalyst role successfully transforming organizations by enhancing their business. This gap is where Transganization is their aptitude, manpower capabilities and performances. playing a defining role in a way that organizations are A empowered to sustain on their own where profits are uthor of two best-selling books, the qualified technocrat with sharp management a by-product. Transganization and Journey of Ajaa, skills has worked with companies like KPMG, Arthur Change is the only constant in the world, thus to Mr. Rohit Arora, has an exemplary Andersen, Jawed Habib, HSBC and others garnering cope up with the ever-changing world businesses academic background from premier extensive experience and insight on how global entities also need to transform from time- to -time to cater institutions like IIT- Mumbai, ISB- Hyderabad and operate for making profits. But his heart was set on to the evolving needs and wants of the environment. Kellogg School of Management, Chicago US. His helping passionate entrepreneurs build organizations Transganization acts like a Saarthi (Companion) profound knowledge of Advaita Vedanta makes him with a global mindset and extraordinary capability. working in collaboration with organizations as a an evolved visionary with a spiritual bent of mind that Over the years he has helped multiple business consultant and that of a coach, who guides, advises enables him to dexterously balance the two worlds- owners to find their lives purpose and overhauled and even helps businesses to integrate sustainable the real and the surreal. A familiar face conducting organizations to achieve sustainability through solutions into their system which amplify their output, spiritual program every Sunday morning also Transganization Methodology. Transganization, is a making businesses more sustainable. telecasted on National Television Channel (Bhakti one-stop window solution for SME and professionals. If there is a will there is a way, so transformation Sagar), Rohit is a master in the art of transforming In the last 7 years, the organization lead by Rohit, is only possible when one is willing to walk the entrepreneurs and their enterprise guiding them has educated and benefitted more than 14000+ change, both in their mindset and shift in capabilities. on the path of righteousness to attain sustainable business owners and professionals. Channelizing and nurturing the mindset in the correct success in their ventures. In today’s world, sustainability is the key to a direction, is the first offering of Transganization where Before embarking on the Transganization journey, profitable and prosperous enterprise, but on the clients, who are called believers, are taught business 14
creators of sustainable businesses education in a holistic manner and with their intense involvement to co-create sustainable and scalable organizations. It encompasses the entire gamut of 8 Modules of Parivartan operations such as Technology, HR services, Corporate Compliance, Branding and (Transformation): communication for a journey of change with various reviews and checks at every • PURPOSE DISCOVERY: A business with a clear purpose step to ascertain the full impact of the transformation process. It also addresses is an unbreakable business and it is self- motivated to various avenues which are generally overlooked by SMEs like implementation of achieve its goals. CRM, HRM, SEO management etc. • CUSTOMER IDENTIFICATION: Organization needs to An intense school of thought, Transganization through high-quality education change with the changing needs of the customer. and companionship programs that decisively transform organizations to have Products which the customer needs should be reflected by the organization in their offering. their own mind, body and soul so that they thrive on their own and sustain much • BUSINESS MODEL: To serve the customers with the after their promoters and directors cease to exist. It makes the relevance of right products and services which fulfill the needs of Transganization more profound in the business world. the customer where the organization needs a correct business model. • FINANCIAL MODEL: When it comes to generating revenue, it is necessary to understand the cost implications associated with it and whether the business will grow if it continues following the same process. • DASHBOARD: The business has a structure now and needs a proper scale to measure different variables and warn when certain conditions are not met. This checking of the implemented business is done in the dashboard which will basically measure the current performance of the business. • SYSTEM AND PROCESSES: The system which is created by following the above modules will deliver certain desired results. This methodology needs to be documented so as not to deviate from the current path being followed. • TALENT FACTORY: When the system and processes are in place it is then important to select the right people to be incorporated in the system to deliver accordingly. • NEURAL NETWORK: It gives a bird’s eye view of the whole organization to identify any bottlenecks in the system. Parivartan Journey FLAGSHIP ACTIVITIES OF TRANSGANIZATION 1. Darpan: The change master, Mr. Rohit Arora conducts Darpan, a free for Life Business Educational webinar series held every Friday at 5.00 p.m. in English and Hindi. 2. Prarambh: Is a free for Life Business Educational webinar series conducted by Mr. Kundan Gurav, Co-Founder and Transganizer, delivered in Marathi every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., to impart business education to Marathi entrepreneurs. 3. Transganization Campus: It is an online education platform that provides more than 500 hours of Business Education and Articles that are tailor-made to serve the needs of small businesses. It was launched in May 2021 and is expected to educate many more small businesses who are unable to attend Darpan or Prarambh Programmes. Most popular topics on Campus are- Parivartan Readiness Program; Branding & Communication; Customer Mind Map; Product Development Framework; Competitive Strategy; Data Driven Decision Making; Excel for Better Data Analysis. Living by the philosophy - LOVE, SERVE and GIVE, Transganizers are passionately creating sustainable businesses that are focused on making the world a better place. 15
creators of sustainable businesses ASTUTE IN BUSINESS SAMARITAN BY HEART grocery store. Despite his excellent academic records, his father was rather reluctant to allow Krishna Kumar to pursue higher education, expressing the desire rather imposingly that his son joins the family business. The principal of his school came to his rescue and Krishna Kumar completed his schooling with flying colours. This is when his dream of founding a school in his mother’s name began to take shape. His aspirations of becoming a successful entrepreneur and creating employment opportunities for people too were an outcome of the times he experienced in having to divide his study time and assisting his father. After completing his graduation in commerce, Krishna Kumar continued with his responsibilities at the shop, as per the wishes of his father. In 1974, Krishna Kumar was married to Rajbala and four years later around 1978, his father challenged Krishna Kumar toiled hard and soon met the challenge successfully with his enterprising move of supplying (L-R) VINEET GOYAL ; JT.MD, KRISHNA KUMAR GOYAL; Chairman & M.D., groceries to corporate RAJESH GOYAL ; JT.MD, Kohinoor Group canteens such as Philips, Telco and Vulcan. His A relentless efforts made The life of Mr. Krishna Kumar Goyal, s long as you have a dream and the him the single largest Chairman and M.D. of the leading real dedication to pursue it – anything supplier to Telco in a very estate company Kohinoor Group, is a and everything is possible! This belief has been the essence and short span of time. glorious success story of a simpleton the secret of my success,” shares Krishna Kumar who changed his destiny by daring to about his life’s journey that have many interesting dream, doggedly pursuing his dream and milestones along the way. He was born in 1954 him to “earn Rs 3000 on his own guts”. The young realising his dream through diligence, to Chandrakala and Kishorilal Goyal of Padha Krishna Kumar toiled hard and soon met the which manifested into the creation and (Haryana). A year later, the Goyal’s moved to Pune challenge successfully with his enterprising move growth of brand Kohinoor. The higher – the cultural capital of Maharashtra – to start of supplying groceries to corporate canteens such he rose in esteem in the industry and afresh that posed many challenges. A born trader, as Philips, Telco and Vulcan. His relentless efforts society, the more down-to-earth profile Kishorilal opened a grocery shop to fend for his made him the single largest supplier to Telco in did he maintain. His body of social work family of ten. His business principles, honesty and a very short span of time. It was close to when and achievements as head of several integrity were then imbibed by his observant son. as luck would have it, success smiled down on institutions is as incredible as the The young Krishna Kumar studied at Alegaonkar Krishna Kumar who purchased his first house inspirational man himself. School and simultaneously helped his father at the –’Ashiana’ in Bopodi – the same small town where 16
the Goyal’s had struggled and then flourished. “My motivation is my faith-that every little step will take us closer towards the longer vision and goal,” says the sociopreneur, who is an eminent entrepreneur, an educationist, a banker and much more. Gifted with an astute business sense, Krishna Kumar joined The Cosmos Co-op. Bank in 1974 which had 18 branches in the state of Maharashtra. Krishna Kumar majorly contributed towards bringing about a miraculous turnaround of Cosmos transforming it into Some outstanding a multi-state bank with 140 branches in 7 states worth milestones of Rs 26,200 crores. He put an end to the ever-growing Krishna Kumar Goyal demands of disgruntled employees by giving them a 70% pay-rise! Most of the sub-judiciary cases were • As Chairman of Cosmos settled out of court. The branches were rejuvenated Co-operative Bank, which is a multi-state Scheduled Bank, valued and were given a complete makeover in look and as Rs 27300 crore, he went on to feel that was smart, efficient and technology driven established 140 Branches in 7 states winning confidence of the customer with its friendly namely Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, attitude. It was for the first time that a total of sixteen Tamil Nadu & Telangana. mergers and acquisitions of banks were undertaken • He is the President of Khadki Education Society, where 8,000 students’ study in various institutions. • As chief mentor of the C.K. Goyal Primary & Secondary High School, Chinchwad, education is imparted in Marathi to around 3000 students. • ‘Shrimati C. K. Goyal Junior College of Commerce’, Khadki and ‘Shrimati C. K. Goyal Arts & Commerce College’, Dapodi are other institutions which are beneficiaries of his vision. • He is the Vice President of ‘Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad’ (Pimpri Chinchwad Branch), a socio- cultural organisation promoting arts, theatre, music, etc. • President of Maharashtra by Krishna Kumar, who was then at the helm of the and great step forward towards women empowerment. Rashtrabhasha Prachar Samiti, Pune. organization, which speaks volumes of his exemplary An aspiration closest to his heart is promoting • President of Agarwal Samaj Federation Pune District. management skills. It was on the pursuance of Mr. social-welfare through education. His dream of • Vice-President of Maharashtra Rajya Goyal that the Cosmos Co-op. Bank acquired a license founding a school in his mother’s name was realised Agarwal Samaj, Maharashtra. to operate the currency chest. Cosmos is the only co- with the opening of a few educational institutes op bank in India to have this privilege. ranging from pre-schooling till graduation, which he Krishna Kumar’s commitment towards society runs heads as Founder-President. They are, Smt. C. K. his extensive experience from various walks of life deep and his contributions defy all imagination. He has Goyal Primary School, Chinchwad, Smt. C. K. Goyal inspiring them with the drive to achieve a lot more and not only supported financially, but is also a repository Junior College, Khadki and Smt. C. K. Goyal Arts & do a whole lot better. of innovative ideas and unconventional approach to Commerce College, Dapodi. Today, Mr. Vineet Goyal and Mr. Rajesh Goyal, sons tackle issues, which are worthy of being case studies Having seen life in its starkest reality, Mr. Goyal of Mr. Krishna Kumar, are now his strong shoulders in the best management schools. has not only identified the glitches in the existing who are sharing the responsibility of taking forward the His sheer honesty and compassion are evident in educational system, but has also provided room for Group to new heights of success. Kohinoor’s ambitious the many welfare activities undertaken by him and improvement. Hence, along with providing traditional project Presidentia coming up on B.T. Kawade Road reflected as achievements. Among the many noble education, he has played a pivotal role in setting Pune, will showcase the collective power of experience, causes that he supports are sponsoring of sportsmen up educational institutions as well as prepared wisdom, new ideas, innovation and the productive and sportswomen, various tournaments, sports events, curriculums that are aimed at instilling professional amalgamation of the senior Goyal and his sons. It all etc. He has dedicated a commercial building project ethics in the students. Mr. Goyal has conducted began with a burning desire for enterprise, an idea, a owned by him to women entrepreneurs, a huge tribute numerous sessions for the youth where he has shared passion translated into reality like none else! 17
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