Zee Business is one of the leading and fastest growing Hindi business news channels in India. The channel has revolutionized business news by its innovative programming and path-breaking strategy of making business news a 24/7 activity as it is not just limited to the stock market. This has made Zee Business your channel to wealth and profit.At Zee Business, we promote entrepreneurship to ensure the dynamic and economic growth of the country. Since the channel’s inception, Zee Business has achieved various milestones and won many awards. It ensures that true and accurate information reaches its viewers. It has won the coveted Consumer World Awards for the ‘Best Business News Channel’ two years running.
The channel has the most diverse programming portfolio which has positioned it as a channel of choice amongst viewers. By speaking a language of the masses, Zee Business is today the most preferred for business news.
Manisha Gupta
Manisha Gupta is Commodity Editor for CNBC TV 18. She covers commodities and currencies and has been with the organization for last 4 years. She also covers the space for CNBC Awaaz as well. Prior to joining Network 18, she was heading Commodity research for few brokerage firms. She has been tracking commodities and Currencies for past 10 years. She is an MBA and PG in International Export /Imports regulations.
A. K. Saxena
Educational Qualifications:
Academic : M.V.Sc. (Master Of Vety Science)Professional: LL.B (Bachelor Of Law), A.I.I.I (Associate Of Insurance Institute Of India)
Brief Profile:
Joined The New India Assurance Company Ltd as Direct Officer in 1979 and worked as Branch and Divisional Head till 1994 in India.Posted as Country Manager for Philippines operations of New India Assurance Company for 5 years (1994 – 1999).Up on promotion, headed the Retail Business Region of New India Assurance Company at Mumbai from 2000 to 2002.
Posted as General Manager of Kenindia Assurance Company, Nairobi (Kenya), A Composite Company promoted by four Public Sector insurance Companies, General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC) and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) from 2002 to 2004.
Up on promotion taken over as Deputy General Manager of Corporate Clients Region of New India Assurance Company at Mumbai from 2004 – 2007.
Up on promotion taken over as General Manager of Oriental Insurance Company at New Delhi since 2008 and Supervising the Indian and Foreign Business operations of Company.
Upon promotion taken over as Chairman cum Managing Director of Oriental Insurance Company at New Delhi on 12.06.2012
Uday Chinai
Mr. Uday Chinai, 51, is the Chairman of BVC Group of Companies and has been centrally involved in every aspect of the company’s management.
He is credited with having pioneered a number of path-breaking innovations in finance, operations, infrastructure and systems in the Indian Logistics Industry of Valuable Cargo. He spearheaded each and every department of the company what would grow to become the “BVC GROUP”. There are very few logistics companies present in Indian market which are associated with Valuable Cargo, out of which there is BVC Group boasts the global connectivity by serving more than 100 countries when it comes to the logistics of Gems and Jewellery.
VIBHS
Mr. Piyushkumar Vinodbhai Parekh
Mr.Piyushkumar Vinodbhai Parekh is a young achiever and a serial entrepreneur with business interest in bullion, financial broking, travel trade, real estate, call center, education & software. He has two decades of extensive experience in global financial markets. He founded VIBHS with a vision of providing comprehensive online trading services, which are second to none. He has been successfully managing various companies under the brand name VIBHS.
He moved across to UAE in 2005 where he helped establish financial institutions working on exchanges and jurisdictions in Dubai, Bahrain, Mauritius, New Zealand and Singapore.
Mr.Piyushkumar Vinodbhai Parekh is also the Chairman, Shareholder and Promoter of a global destination management company – Bonton Tours and Travels. Bonton currently employs more than 300 people in India and UAE and the company has served more than 30,000 passengers since its inception in 2008.
About VIBHS
VIBHS Financials Ltd provides clients with access to the world’s major financial markets. VIBHS is the trading name for the various companies in VIBHS group. One of the world’s leading derivatives and forex brokerage firms, VIBHS provides a diverse client base with risk management, hedging and trading solutions.
VIBHS delivers access, liquidity and insight across a broad range of products, including metals, energy, grains, currency and indices. VIBHS is a market leader in FX and CFD offerings.
VIBHS Financials Ltd is a Full Service Investment Dealer and registered as a Global Business Company (GBC1) in Mauritius. VIBHS Financials Ltd is regulated by Financial Services Commission (FSC) in Mauritius.
VIBHS is strategically located in Mauritius – at the crossroads of Africa and Asia, thus offering global investors an ideal platform to align themselves with the trading hours of most of the world’s developed markets and fastest growing economies. Mauritius is the ideal destination as it has a robust regulatory framework, conducive tax regime for companies, good governance, bilingual manpower and sophisticated ict infrastructure.
VIBHS is also registered as a Financial Services Provider (FSP) in New Zealand and has memberships on commodity exchanges in Dubai (DGCX), Bahrain (BFX), Singapore (SMX), Mauritius (GBOT) and India (MCX).
Rajan Venkatesh
Mr Rajan Venkatesh is the Managing Director, and head of the bullion business of the Bank of Nova Scotia, India.ScotiaMocatta is the bullion division of the Bank of Nova Scotia.
Mr Venkatesh is a Post graduate in Banking and Finance, an Associate of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers.
Mr Venkatesh has been with Scotiabank for the last more than twenty five years and has held various senior positions in the Bank.
Mr Venkatesh is responsible for the bullion business of Scotiabank in India since 1998 and has been activel yinvolved in the development of the bullion market in India.
Harmesh Arora
National India Bullion Refinery popularly known as NIBR was established in 1964 in Navsari Gujarat. It was the result of sheer hardwork, of a great entrepreneur, a great visionary- Shri Charandasji Arora who began the business operations as a silver refining unit.
In 1970 the facilities were moved from Navsari to Andheri- Safed Pool which currently houses the “NIBR Corporate Park”
NIBR’s current factory @ Kanjurmarg & its sales office @ Zaveri Bazar went operational in 2008. It is a full fledged Gold- Silver refining, assaying cum minting unit, now with a BIS Hallmarking certification and various certifications like ISO 9001- 14001- 18001.
NIBR is currently being led by a team of this great visionary’s three sons viz: 1) Shri Harmesh Aroraji 2) Shri Anil Aroraji & 3) Shri Ajay Aroraji & their sons.
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Shilpi Jewels
About Company SHILPI Jewels is one of the prominent manufacturer & wholesaler of gold and diamond Jewellery since last 30 years with its head office in Mumbai and a Pan India Presence through its associates in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhilwara and Delhi. SHILPI’s robust financials, manufacturing expertise, adherence to quality & a large inventory of design at any time has made it the preferred supplier for retailers across India.
A group company of the conglomerate Tater World; it boasts of an enviable growth record for over three decades for jewellery buyers across all verticals.
At SHILPI, our jewellery is an expression of our experience and passion for design, innovation and exquisite craftsmanship resulting in a diverse palette of designs that reflect our heritage; yet look into the future, each piece being one of a kind…. The Wonderful Seven is a special endeavor by SHILPI to showcase our commitment to fresh and unique collections. And it comprises of Antique Jewellery, Bombay Jewellery, Diamond Jewellery, Emerald Jewellery, Kolkatta Jewellery, Mangal Sutra, TRIOS Bangle.
About Director
Name: Mr. Pramod Metha and Mr. Padam Soni
Shilpi Jewels is been professionally managed by Mr. Padam Soni & Mr. Pramod Mehta, a great visionaries & renowned personalities in Jewellery Industry. Director’s abundance of experience and proficient approach along with a deep embedded understanding about the market helped Shilpi Jewels to create wealth for its stakeholders along with benefiting their loyal customer base. It’s been due to their continuous effort, desire for success & excellence resulted in earning nationwide name, prestige & loyal customer base for our company. Their contribution towards the success of SHILPI Jewels is invaluable and amazing.
Kantilal Mehta
Silver Emporium, a ISI 9112 certified 23 year old company, is one the biggest manufacturer exporter and dealer of silverware and silver articles backed Mr Kantilal Mehta by 30 years of experience in the industry. Manufacturing facilities spread over 40000 Sqft, H.O in Mumbai, Showroom in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jaipur & Delhi. The Company has a client base of more than 500 retail outlets and corporate spread all over India. We specialize in silver master pieces, silver artifacts, dinner sets, hollowware, tableware, desk accessories, furniture, Cutlery, pooja articles, Flatware, coins & medallions, tea sets, and many more. We can customize product as per specification. All our product meet stringent 92.5 sterling silver hall-marking standards
Special Project in 2013: Manufactured worlds first Silver Motorcyle
Global Recognition in 2013: Silver Emporium is the only silverware company in the world to be featured in Rolls Royce Coffee Table Book to be published on completion of 110 years of Rolls Royce. This coffee table book will be released in Nov 2013 in london.
K.Srinivasan
Chairman & Managing Director,
Emerald Jewel Industry India Limited, Coimbatore.
Emerald Jewellery Retail Limited, Coimbatore.
Mr. K Srinivasan, Chairman & Managing Director, Emerald Group of Companies has over 28 years of rich and varied experience in Jewellery industry and is the guiding force behind one of the most modern jewellery manufacturing units situated in Coimbatore.After his graduation, he started his career as a salesman in a jewellery showroom for a monthly salary of just Rs.150. His passion towards high quality and creative designs in the jewellery market motivated him to lay the foundation for EMERALD in the year 1984.Losing his father at a very young age, he faced many economic hurdles and his mother, Late Smt. K. Saraswathi, parted her savings of Rs.10,000, that was then worth of 40 gms of gold with her blessings as his initial investment.
His vision was further fuelled by Sri. Pranjivan Bhai of Ahmedabad. His able guidance, moral support, fruitful advice, timely co-operation, and teaching the techniques of the trade were confidence boosters for Mr.Srinivasan.Mr.Srinivasan’s dream to transform conventional cottage jewellery manufacturing by goldsmiths into a most modernized technology oriented industry came true with establishment of “EMERALD JEWELTECH” in 1994. Initially the unit was manufacturing just 400 grams of jewellery per month as against the present capacity of 2 Metric Tonnes per month.
The real revolution for Emerald began between 1995 and 2003 when various new activities and departments were introduced for specialization, right from Research& Development, Laser Engraving, Tubing, Laser Soldering, Machine Cutting, Photography, Gold Recovery & Refining and Stone Setting.The concept of mixing casting designs with handmade designs were innovated and named as MVD, which the market welcomed with cheer. This triumph of success was made possible due to the hi-tech facility available for casting and skilled work force of hand craftsmanship together under the guidance of one visionary.
Emerald Jewel Industry India Limited, (Factory) Coimbatore.
Golden Journey Of Mr.K Srinivasan – A Quick Look In Chronological Order:
Year Milestone
1984 Establishment of Emerald Jewellers
1986 In-house Emerald Die Works
1989 Testing & Quality Certifications and Emerald Polishing Unit
1990 Emerald Jewel Exports
1991 Infrastructural Expansion
1997 Introduction of micro wire drawing technology
2001 Designing & Masterpiece Division
2001 State-of-the-art Infrastructure creation sprawling over 1 lakh sq.ft
2003 Introduction of Diamond and Diamond Jewellery.
2005 ISHTAA – Branded Gold Jewellery launched.
2005 Indiania Mesh Jewellery launched.
2005 Electroforming Unit for manufacture of 24 carat articles and Jewellery
2006 Fusion Unit launched.
2007 NISHTAA– Branded Gold Jewellery launched.
2008 ‘Jewelone’ Brand conceived and launched.
2009 Stamping Unit established
2009 Emerald Jewellers DMCC, Dubai – the first overseas arm of Emerald Group.
2011 Emerald Jewellers Singapore Pte. Ltd., Singapore – another overseas arm of the Group.
2011 Emerald Jewellery Retail Ltd – a remarkable milestone towards forward integration in the group.
2012 Jewelone (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – yet another overseas
arm of the Group.
He has been responsible for creating a niche market for the branded products of his group, such as Ishtaa,Nishtaa and Jewelone both in India and abroad. His rich experience gathered by his extensive travel abroad has added value and the products of the Company are the hallmark of quality and perfection.
He is a born workaholic and a visionary and has great passion for sports, which is evident from the various sports activities conducted by him for his employees, in addition to his own active participation in almost all the sports events.
Emerald has grown by leaps and bounds over a period of 28 years and its success wholly depends on the vision of its founder Mr.Srinivasan, its dedicated employees numbering 3000 plus as on date and last but not the least its Dealers.Memberships
Founder Member, Gem & Jewellery Federation (GJF), Mumbai. Member, Governing Board of Directors, GJF
Member, The Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Coimbatore
Member, CII, Southern Zone
Honours Awards
The Company was awarded the coveted ‘JJS – Goldsouk Awards 2008′ towards its contribution to Gem & Jewellery Trade in the Jaipur Jewellery Show held in Dec’
2008.
“Best Jewellery manufacturer in India Award” for 2010 during Kerala Gem and
Jewellery Show (KGJS’ 2010), from Dept. of Industry & Commerce, Govt.of Kerala
“Gem of the Person – 2010” – a special award for outstanding contribution to Gem and Jewellery Industry by Gold and Jewellery Federation (GJF)
“Best Gold Jewellery Manufacturer Award” in 2011 – a special award for outstanding contribution to Gem and Jewellery Industry by All India Gems & Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) during IIJS Signature Show.
IJ Jewellers Choice Design award in 2011 by Gemological Institute of America (GIA) IJ Jewellers Choice Design award in 2012 by Gemological Institute of America (GIA). “Highest Exporter” award for Jewels Magnum, an associate firm for the Year 2010-11
from Govt. of India for the unit in MEPZ SEZ, Chennai.
The Company was accorded ‘Star Export House Status’ in the year 2012 for its continuous excellent performance in exports, by the Office of the Joint Director General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce Govt. of India.
Recognition By Media
“Business Line” recognized the Company in its issue dt. 5.10.12 by publishing an article captioned “Jeweller No.1”.
“The New Jeweller” in its special issue of Dec’12 published an article titled “Asia’s top
20 List” and identified Emerald as one among top 20 in Asia in the Gold Jewellery sector.
Social Responsibility
KRISHA CHARITABLE TRUST established by Mr.Srinivasan in the year 1998 enables him to achieve his social obligations. The activities of the Trust include:
Providing Education to Poor and deserving Children by granting Educational
Scholarships, distribution of Free Books & Uniforms. Relief to people affected in Gujarat Earth quake calamity.
Free Distribution of 100 Nylon Fishing Nets, 50 Tricycles, 50 Sewing Machines for Tsunami victims belonging to Cuddalore District in the presence of the then District Collector.
Free Medical Aid in the form of cash contributions to poor patients for Kidney
Transplants, Heart Surgery, Cancer Treatment and for other chronic diseases.
PersonalDetails
Date of Birth: 08-08-1961
Spouse: Mrs. Shakthi Srinivasan, Jt. MD, Emerald Group
Children: Son Mr. Dhiaan, currently pursuing Management course in Manchester.
Daughter Ms. Nishtaa, studying in School
Languages Known: Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and English
Hobbies: Reading and Sporting activities
Rajesh Khosla
Managing Director, MMTC-PAMP INDIA Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
Associated with the Indian base and precious metals industry for over 20 years. Is widely respected for his in-depth knowledge and understanding of commercial realities of the Indian bullion trade.
MMTC-PAMP India private limited, the joint venture between MMTC, India’s largest public sector international trading company and PAMP Switzerland, worlds largest privately owned precious metals processing facility and Referee Assayer to the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) has set up a fully integrated precious metals processing facility near Gurgaon, Haryana, which counts among the largest and most modern precious metal processing facilities in the world.
Ketan Sheth
A visionary with demonstrated capability, having over two & a half decades of global experience in the Information Technology space. He constantly introduced various innovative yet cost effective services and solutions to enhance, enable & integrate IT with domains such as Finance, Capital & Commodities Market, Telecom, etc. Mr. Sheth’s entrepreneurial stint has been hallmarked by his foresightedness, determination & integrity with a unique blend of excellence in execution by attracting and retaining best of the talent, innovation and ability to accept change, smart marketing & clear product positioning.
Swarn Shilp Chains & Jewellers Pvt Ltd
OUR THOUGHT
We believe that unless it is sculpted into flawless design that evokes desire, display superior finish and offers required flexibility, it remains just a chunk of zero utility value. We at Swarn Shilp take pride in turning the gold alive and desirable by crafting chains and allied Jewellery that satiate the most discerning buyer.
ABOUT US
SWARN SHILP CHAINS & JEWELLERS PVT LTD is a jewellery manufacturing and wholesaling company and is one the largest and most respected companies in India’s jewellery market.
Established in 1989, SWARN SHILP quickly established itself as one of the top design led jewellers in the market and was converted to “SWARN SHILP CHAINS AND JEWELLERS PVT LTD" IN 2011. This result was achieved as a conseqence of long time experience, ability in manufacturing, hight quality products and care for details. Still today, despite considerable investements on machines and tools, all our products are hand- finished and checked for quality, while punctuality and prompt delivery are a priority. Basides traditional models , our collections are also designed for young generetions, both in a modern and classical style
The company was founded by one of our directors Mr. ARVIND RANAWAT strongly committed to developing India’s one of the leading jewellery manufacturers and capabilities to meet the ever increasing demands of the industry.
Beginning with only few Indian machines and a work power of only 20 employees, today the Swarn Shilp group with a turnover of around 600 Cr in the FY 2012-2013 has 500 employees with a client circle in each and every state of India. With the help of advanced technology, 18000 Sq Ft of working area and more than 300 imported machines, Swarn Shilp today has a manufacturing capacity of around 1000 kg per month.
We have in all four branch offices in Ahmedabad, Delhi, Surat and Bangalore with Mumbai being the head office.
OUR MISSION
To contribute with creative ideas to the development of the jewellery sector in which we take part as a manufacturer.
To maintain our leadership characteristic in the sector with our pioneering and innovative services targeted at the satisfaction of our customers, suppliers and employees
To raise the standard of quality that we offer to our customers via our research and development activities by continuously keeping up with the trends.
OUR VISION
To elevate our leadership that we have achieved in the national market to the international markets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The company that we run has a strong heritage of professionalism that places the highest value on merit and integrity. In the 3rd decade of the existence, all the directors on our board are conscious of our responsibility in transforming the organization to make it truly world class, to ensure its continued long term success and growth.
Mr. ARVIND RANAWAT- PRESIDENT & CHAIRMAN
Mr. PRAFUL RANAWAT- MANAGING DIRECTOR & VICE CHAIRMAN
Mr. NIKHIL RANAWAT- VICE PRESIDENT & CEO
Mr. BHAWARLAL SANKHALA- WHOLE TIME DIRECTOR
Ranka Jewellers
Ranka Jewellers… a 134 year old establishment is the unparalleled supremo of the jewellery business in Pune.
The family business started by Shri. Gulabchandji Ranka is today the most reputed name in not only Maharashtra but the whole of India. This successful endeavour is today in the proficient hands of the fourth generation. The Brand of Ranka Jewellers was developed by Shri Nagraj Ranka in the year 1966 with our Raviwar Peth Showroom. It is our flagship store and was once the epicentre of the Ranka business.
Pune was growing and so was our family. Taking into account our growing popularity, Shri. Nagrajji Ranka decided to branch out to the hub of shopping… the ‘Laxmi Road’. He created the Laxmi Road showroom in 1992 and it is today an enormous 12000 sq. ft., five- storeyed store. It has successfully reached to the apex in an area with uncountable jewellery showrooms.
Next was the Karve Road showroom in 1999 which has a huge diamond section and is also a retail outlet for Platinum Jewellery. The Pimpri Chinchwad Showroom was launched in 2008. It specialises in Bridal Collections and is known to be one of the largest showrooms in Maharashtra. Then came the Hadapsar showroom in 2010.
The largest of all show rooms i.e.sixthshow room having area of 25,000 sq.ft was started at Sinhgad Road in October, 2011.
After success in Pune upon the request of Thane people we are opening our seventh showroom on 5th October, 2013 and eighth largest show room having area of 15,000 sq.ft will be opened on 9th October, 2013 at Satara Road, Pune.
Jewellery Business is not only about selling gold, silver, gems, and all. It is one of the kinds that require immense organisation and proper study. It is the goodwill of our previous generations and our experience that has taken us to the Numero Uno position. We are the pioneers of KDM Jewellery in India and are the first in Maharashtra to be awarded with an ISO Certification which proves the rest.
Working on similar notes is the Laxmi Road Showroom. The store stands strong on the base created by the experienced… Mr. Fatechand Ranka and stays modernized with the newer methods of Shailesh Ranka. Mr. Fatechand Ranka by profession is a lawyer and also holds various important posts in social fields. He was Multiple Council Chairperson of the Lions Clubs International and he is President of Maharashtra Rajya Saraf Suvarnakar Federation, Pune Saraf Association, Godwad Jain Murtipujak Sangh and various other institutions. He is also Secretary and Treasurer on various organisations.
All the show rooms have a variety of heritage and couture jewellery. The Five storeyed showroom has different sections for Gold, Silver and Diamonds. The diamond section named ‘Glitterati’ is very huge and displays some of exclusive varieties. It is also a retail outlet for Disney jewellery and specialises in silver articles and furniture. The thoughtfully crafted interiors make it a one of the most departmentalised showrooms in India.
As far as the collections are concerned, we have jewellery for all kinds of people and all kinds of choices. Our Aesthetic Collections define Ethnicity & Elegance. We have all, right from the customary to the contemporary types… from occasion specific to daily wear. Our in house designers come up with exclusive varieties through a meticulous research. As the demand gets more challenging it is even pleasing to provide what your customers expect from you. It is the trust that binds them with us for years and generations.
Mr. Pukharaj Ranka, Mr. Anil Ranka and MR. Tejpal Ranka looks after Raviwar Peth and Pimpri Chinchwad show rooms.
Mr. Fatechand Ranka, Mr. Shailesh Ranka and Mr. Shreyas Ranka looks after Laxmi Road and Sinhgad Road show rooms.
Mr. Omprakash Ranka and Mr. Vastupal Ranka looks after Karve Road, Hadapsar and Satara Road show rooms.
Thana show room will be managed by all the young generation i.e. Mr. Anil, Mr. Tejpal, Mr. Vastupal, Mr. Shailesh and Mr. Shreyas Ranka.
All the eight show rooms are systematically and professionally managed and having more than 700 staff members.
Sumatichand Gouti
Background:
A Science Graduate & hailed from the family and famous business House in Kolkata established by Bridhichand Gouti 225 years ago. Jute business, jute bailing press, export in jute products and Gems and Jewellery were among the various business traditionally handled by the family.
Experience:
Diversification into wholesale bullion business brought into existence the company M/s. Surajmull Gouti dealing with wholesale trading in Bullion worth Rs.200 crores annually.
Associated with Govt. of India, for selling bullion as sole selling agent for numerous years.
Advisor in Gems for Govt. of India in 1988.
Advisor to various nationalized bank for import of gold.
Advisor for Gems to Govt. of Zambia from 1988 to 1992 and British Guyana Govt. in 1992.
Advisor for Bullion Trading Association in India.
Advisor for Multi Commodities Exchange in India.
Director – Mumbai Bullion Exchange Association.
Chairperson In Various Companies:
M/s. Surajmull Gouti
Largest bullion dealer in Mumbai and Kolkata (India).
M/s. Sumatichand Gouti Jewellers P. Ltd.
Engaged in manufacture and export of traditional handmade Kolkata jewellery .
M/s. Vijay Trading Corporation
Engaged in manufacture and wholesale supply of jewellery to Indian retail business house including Tanisq the famous house from Tata.
M/s. SCG Export Pvt. Ltd.
Having large scale jewellery manufacturing unit in Kolkata, employing highly skilled artisans and experts in traditional handmade Kolkata jewellery.
M/s.Transcon Builders & Constructions P.Ltd.
Engaged in several mega housing projects in India.
M/s. Inter Publicity Pvt. Ltd.
A marketing & Advertising Company in India Since 1964 having more than 250 experts, exclusive clients base and network in India and abroad.
Membership:
The Company Sumatichand Gouti Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. & SCG Exports Pvt.Ltd. are the Member of Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, Bombay Chamber of Commerce. The company Inter Publicity p.Ltd. is the member of Indian Newspaper Society, AAA’I, International Advtg., Advtg. Standards Council, etc.
Also the member of Cricket Club of India, Garware Club House, Taj Chambers, NSCI.
Social Welfare Activities:
Associated with several charitable organizations for promoting education, religious and cultural activities.
Vice President – Red Cross Society nominated by Govt. of Rajasthan, India.
Association With Business/Industry:
Associated with reputed jewellery industries Print Medias, electronic medias, real estate industries.
Dinesh Shoor
Mr.Dinesh Shoor was born on January 5, 1969 .He holds a graduate degree in science from DAV College, Jalandhar. While pursuing his graduation, he played an active role in assuming a leadership position at the age 19. At that age his business acumen was instrumental in forming SURYA GOLDS Pvt Ltd, the flagship company of AGNI JEWELS PVT LTD .
He could foresee the untapped category of branded CZ & Gold jewellery and hence organised the new segment of jewellery that suited the pockets & aspirations of middle income group. He pioneered into this segment with the launch of AGNI CZ GOLD JEWELS PVT. LTD. His inclination towards Jewellery Industry comes from his default choice for challenges and dynamism of work. He favours to take the difficult route with utmost courage and perseverance to achieve the most his goals.
Under his leadership the company attained various milestones like, strategic alliance with leaders of quality products Swarovski Gems, the manufacturers of finest created stones, to make quality jewels. Association with various trade organisations like GJEPC, GJF has added to the companies stand in domestic market. Agni Jewels under his expert guidance has been credited with the most trusted jewellery brand of 2013.
T.S. Kalyanaraman
Mr. T. S. Kalyanaraman is the Chairman and Managing Director of Kalyan Jewellers. His journey as a businessman started at the age of 12 when he was taken to his family owned textile shop to learn the basics from his father. After managing Kalyan Textiles, he set up Kalyan Jewellers on his own in 1993 with an investment of Rs 75 lakh and in a span of less than two decades the company has grown to be India’s largest and most trusted jewellery retail company.
The ancestors of the present management of Kalyan Jewellers come from a pious family of saints and priests, called ‘Trikkur Madom’ in Thrissur district of Kerala. They migrated from Tamil Nadu generations back and lived as saints and advisors to kings.
The family entered in business for a noble cause inspired by a senior relative who was a Dewan to the Maharaja of Kochi, Raja Bahadur Ramachandra Iyer. In those days of pre-independence India, the Dewan encouraged Indians to start business and enterprise to create employment and also to become self-sufficient as a country. He realized the social impact of business and therefore had stressed the need to do it in a fair and honest manner.
It was this inspiration for nation-building and social commitment that led to the forefathers of the Kalyan family to enter business through one of the first textile mills in Kerala. Subsequently they entered into textile retailing and the present Managing Director Mr. T. S. Kalyanaraman still owns the textile store he inherited called Kalyan Textiles.
T S Kalyanaraman got inducted into business by his father when he was a school going boy of 12. His father would encourage him to watch the business at the textile shop, after he was finished with his lessons and games. He would be assigned small tasks like counting cash and taking stock – which he enjoyed very much. Thus, he learnt the basics very early in life. Over a period of time, the textile business flourished. At some point, customers suggested that they needed a trusted jeweller and that is how this business was born, in 1993.
Kalyan Jewellers has its origins in Kalyan Textiles, a century old firm in Thrissur, engaged in textile retailing. Kalyan Jewellers are presently engaged in retailing of jewellery in gold, silver, platinum, diamond and pearls. The company was founded in 1993 and is based in, Thrissur, Kerala.
The company is investing around Rs 1300 crore on pan-India expansion. It is also expanding its network in the Gulf region next year.
The company operates 52 stores and has ambitious plans to open 80 more showrooms in the next three years. These are being planned in almost all Tier 1 & 2 cites, Middle East, GCC Countries, Singapore, Malaysia and Sri Lanka.
The company has also diversified into real estate development through a separate firm named Kalyan
Mr. T.S. Kalyanaraman was included in the 2013 Forbes List of Billionaires, and is ranked 52 in India and 1342 globally.
His sons, Rajesh Kalyanaraman and Ramesh Kalyanaraman, help in running the business. Rajesh manages Finance and Procurement. Younger brother Ramesh manages Sales and Marketing.
Satish Bansal
Mr. Satish Bansal, Managing Director of M.D. Overseas Group graduated from the prestigious Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi and joined the family business in the year 1976. A strong believer in leading by example, he honed his business acumen by working in Hong Kong from 1980-85.
He has a strong disciplined approach towards work that offers a great motivation for the workforce. With his rich experience of almost 4 decades, he is a leader in true spirit. His knowledge is not only limited to the intricacies of the bullion industry but is an expert in all fields – administration, legal matters, accounts and finance, income-tax, financial and risk management. It is his utmost dedication, hard work and passion for his work that have led the Group to stand where it does.
Kishor Mandalia
Kishor Mandalia is credited for making Zaveri & C0. Pvt.Ltd.a name to reckon with in the international market. An
expert in Diamond trading and bullion mechnics, he is credited with the implementation of many new market ideas.
He is acknowledged as a man with vision and is often entrusted as the company’s pathfinder.
Experience: 27 years in Jewellery Business (Gold, Silver & Diamond)
Profile: Looks after the Bullion Business, Imports and Exports, Commodity Trading and Trading in Share and Securities,
Business of Power Generation through wind and Hydro, Managing and Running of SEZ Unit and Gold Refinery.
Mehul Choksi
Mr. Mehul C Choksi has been associated with the gems and jewellery industry for over three decades. He has wide experiencein the diamond industry
having an exposure to the entire range of activities, from buying roughs to jewellery sales. He has been instrumental in branding jewellery in India
and has launched several successful brands like GILI, D’Damas, and Giantti. He plays a crucial role in deciding the positioning for brands such as
Nakshatra and Asmi. He has also been a pioneer in corporatising the jewellery industry in India. He has been on the committees of the Gems
and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India besides holding several other key industry positions. He steers the group vision and
strategy with his deep knowledge and foresight.
Arun Kumar Mehra
Arun kumar Mehra a personality solely responsible for the success of his own company -Choksi Arun prem which was started in 1980.
After coming to Bombay he marked his path to success and within a few years mastered the business of bullion and gold jewellery.
A grounded man with a subtle vision and loud actions .this unique trio is solely responsible for the charismatic personality he is today.
A man whose name itself commands respect. His disciplinarian character and ever lasting experience in this industry has impacted the
many lives. His entrepreneurial stints enable him to make and be the change.
Profile-In the bullion and gold jewelry trade for more than 35 years. A director of the bombay bullion association.
GJEPC
Born on 25th Jan, 1947, Sanjay Kothari ,son of renowned surgeon and of past mayor Baroda municipal corporation
(Gujarat), did he is schooling from Baroda and was a medical student, but he left his studies from in between and
became a Diamond Merchant in 1966. In 1970 he got his life partner Maya and business partner Yatish Mehta
(who was an established diamond merchant). Together they established export orientated a firm named Kunal
Diamonds which is still in existence since 43 years. They have got an office in Antwerp handled by his brother since
1980 under the name of Sushang Exports. When the next generation of Sanjay Kothari and his partner Mr. Mehta came
in business they together diversified into jewellery and established a company name “Diatrends Jewellery Pvt. Ltd.” in
1994. who are in fine jewellery exports.
Mr. Kothari joined Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) in 1994 as a member of administrative committee
and served council in various positions before becoming a longest serving Chairman of GJEPC from year 2000 to 2004.
After a gap of few years he again became a Chairman from 2008-2010. Now since many year he has been holding the post of
convener of Promotion Marketing and business development (PM & BD) of GJEPC till today.
It was his effort ,endeavor and vision which created a first B to B exhibition in India on a large scale namely “Indian International
Jewellery Show (IIJS)” which is fourth largest show in the world and has become a brand by itself.
Since 2008 he has been instrumental in creating “India International Jewellery Week (IIJW)”. Which is design centric promotional
efforts by council to reach to the consumers and today it has became a brand also. First of its kind Jewellery week in the world.
As far as his other activities are concerned in his community an organization called Palanpur Samaj Kendra. he started a competitive
sports activity for the fist time like Cricket, Badmintion and table tennis way back in eighties and it has become an annual event since
many years. He was honorary secretary of the said organization for few years also.He is a member of the charitable trust established by
Gem & Jewellery Industry called Gem and Jewellery Nationa Relief Foundation – GJNRF “. Since its inception, which has a done charitable
activities during various calamities in the country like Kargil War, Tsunami, floods and Kutch earthquake.
ALL IN ALL RESPECTED PERSON AND PERSONALITY IN COMMUNITY AND TRADE AND WHO BELIEVES IN SERVING.
M.P Ahammed
Mr.M.P Ahammed , is a soul committed to the betterment of society through his engagements in the national and international business scenario. Being the Chairman and Managing Director of Malabar group, Mr. M.P Ahammed is now one of the distinguished leaders of corporate Kerala. Born in 1957 as the only brother to his five elder sisters. His father Mr. Mammad Kutty Hajee was an agriculturist and his mother Fathima was a homemaker.
Mr. M.P.Ahammed is settled in Calicut with his wife Mrs. Subaida K.P and son Mr. Shamlal Ahammed and daughter Mrs. Soujath Asher. Mr. Shamlal. Ahammed is the Managing Director of International Operations who takes care of the global expansion. Mr. Asher.O, is the Group Executive Director of Malabar Group who is the son in law of Mr. M.P Ahammed
Mr.M.P. Ahammed ventured in to his business career in the year of 1979 by opening an ice factory at Kozhikode which was not successful. However he took the failure as a stepping stone and learned the latest trends of business. In 1981 he started Spices & Copra trade at Kozhikode which had seen success and gained trust of the public through the honest and transparent business dealings.
Foreseeing the ill fate of Copra & Spice trade, the vibrant entrepreneur wisely shifted into the jewellery business and opened the first Malabar Gold& Diamonds showroom at Palayam in Kozhikode in 1993 with the support of some relatives & friends. It was the first step of his success and the journey of Malabar Group is amazing ever since.
In 1993,when the company started in Calicut with the brand name ‘Malabar Gold’ Malabar region witnessed a dream come true of long awaited trusted jeweler. The new venture, ‘Malabar Builders’ launched in 1995, was yet another stepping stone.
For the Corporate Social Responsibility activities, Malabar Gold & Diamonds has earmarked a portion of its annual turnover for medical and housing charity under the aegis of Malabar Charitable Trust. More than 2, 85,000 patients are given free life saving drugs and more than 5,700 homeless benefitted from the trust. (As per 2012 report).For moulding up quality citizens for the country, we concentrate on promoting education and career oriented programmes and scholarships. As part of this, we sponsored scholarships and Gold Medals for school teachers and institutional leaders, for the promotion of excellence in school education in India, joining hands with the ‘Leading Schools’ project of IIM Kozhikode. Malabar Group has associated with State and Local Governing bodies to promote Clean Campaign like ‘Malinya Muktha Keralam’ Campaign with Brand Ambassador Mohanlal. Various other litters free campaigns & projects are conducted for social well being as part of our Green India initiative.
Having 99 outlets worldwide, Malabar Gold & Diamonds is in a robust growth pace. The group is expanding across India & GCC and its expansion plan also goes to the Far East countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangkok, Singapore, China, and Ceylon and also to US and UK. The company is now striving ahead with confidence to become the No.1 Jewellery Group in the World.
Joy Alukkas
The Joyalukkas Group has rapidly expanded its foothold all over the globe since its inception in 1987. The Group has grown tremendously, with over 10 million customers, employing a highly committed and satisfied team of over 5,000 people in nine countries. The phenomenal success of Joyalukkas has been driven by an unstinting commitment to quality, a fact that has been widely recognised.
Joyalukkas jewellery was the first jewellery retailer to be awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 certification. This was only the beginning for the series of achievements that followed.
Joyalukkas has been hailed as the world’s favourite jeweller, not without reason. They are also the jewellery chain to be conferred with the honour of the Retailer of the Year in the Middle East. In addition, Joyalukkas has the distinction of being awarded the Dubai Quality Awards Certification by HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Significantly, the jewellery retail chain is the only jeweller to have been awarded the Superbrand status in the UAE for four consecutive years, from 2010 to 2013.
Currently the Joyalukkas Group operations include Jewellery, Money Exchange, Luxury Air Charter, Fashion & Silks & Malls. The Group’s vision is to ‘enhance lifestyle’s’ and all businesses the group is currently involved in works towards this vision.
The Joyalukkas Group has also always believed that the people and the community within which it operates are the cornerstones for its success and as such is actively involved in CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) activities across the world. Joyalukkas consistently undertakes various programs to help the needy and encourages causes that benefit the society. From building homes to helping flood victims, blood donations or helping expats with financial assistance to return home, the Group has always believed in being there when needed the most.
Dwarkadas Chandumal Jewellers
Synonymous with magnificence and grandeur, Dwarkadas Chandumal Jewellers have been weaving magic with a style that has panache written all over it. Knowing well that wisdom comes with age, five decades have brought the brand a long way from its origins in 1958. With design sensibilities that set this long-standing brand apart from its respected contemporaries, it is a marriage of originality and perfect craftsmanship that position this brand in the heart of its satiated customers. With a huge and diverse collection designed to propagate their “Larger than Life” theory, the brand aims to leave every customer with a token of timeless excellence. Dwarkadas Chandumal Jewellers have been a veteran brand in the jewellery export as well as import business for decades and have received a nod of appreciation from one and all. The brand’s collection of attractive diamond studded, polki (uncut) and ethnic gold jewellery is full of personality and feminine modernity with a finger on the retail pulse.Diamonds are forever and so are the brand’s creations that transcend beyond time and inspire awe with their one stop addresses for luxury.
Spearheaded by the dynamic Mr Dwarkadas Tulsiani it is our relentless endeavor to achieve excellence with dedication and devotion towards crafting exquisite designs . Orchestrating an extensive path to success, his guidance has enhanced the brand with a motive – to please. Our vision? A solid belief in setting trends and making the wearer feel like the diamond that she adorns – strong and radiant.
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