Speaker Bio:  

Dr. Madhu Mehta
Immediate Chairman, CII Gujarat
Dr. Madhu Mehta got his first engineering degree from M. S. University of Baroda in 1963 in Electrical Engineering, and went to USA for further studies after one year of working at Jyoti Limited in their R&D division. He worked with the GTE Labs from 1966-1973, to enable the use of computers for telecommunication switching before returning to India in 1973. Sensing that the Indian environment at the time was not ready yet, he started Digital Innovations in 1976 to bring microprocessor based systems to India. In 1986,Anjaleem Enterprises was started and as the CEO of the company, he developed the attended call metering system (resulting in the the STD PCO markets in India). Dr.Mehta also initiated NirmaLabs as a part of Nirma university.
Geeta Goradia
President, FGI
Geeta Goradia who hails from the illustrious family of Mahatma Gandhi is the President of Federation of Gujarat Industries (F G I) and is also the Chairperson of the Task Force Committee of F G I for MSME Sector. She has given lectures at various Forums & Seminars organized by Educational and Industry Associations. She has won the Best Women Entrepreneur Award 2008-‘09” constituted by GCCI in the Large Scale Manufacturer’s Category. She has also received Best Women Entrepreneur Award from Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, Government of Gujarat. She is also the Managing Director of Jewel Consumer Care Pvt. Ltd. that manufactures tooth brushes exclusively for Hindustan Lever Limited and its associates, and also number of private label companies in India with its associate Companies, and has a turnover of over Rs.100 crores per annum. The Company has been awarded the Top Exporter of Toothbrushes, including Dental Plate Brushes, the Highest Recognition for Exports for the Year 2007-2008 & 2008-2009 by The Plastics Export Promotion Council (Sponsored by Department of Commerce, Government of India).Jewel is also the recipient of “STAR EXPORT HOUSE” certificate from D.G.F.T).
Dr.Ajay Ranka
CEO, Zydex Industries
Dr Ranka Obtained B.Tech degree in Chemical Engineering from Nagpur University in India. He successfully completed M.S. in Chem. Engg. from University of Detroit(US) and Ph.D. in Polymer Science & Engg (1984) from Lehigh University. He began his career at PPG Industries in Pittsburgh in 1984 and after gaining a few years experience, he came back to India to start his own venture. In 1999, he established Zydex Industries in Vadodara. The company over the years has made its presence in about 40 countries all over the world. Dr Ranka is the co-inventor of the company’s newly launched nano technology organosilicon based waterproofing product for buildings & roads. He has developed new Agro Soil Conditioners to improve bio-activity of soils for 30-40% improved growth & yield. Dr Ranka is also the author of many US, European & Indian Patents.
Alpesh Kanugo
CEO, Baroda Extrusion Ltd.
Alpesh Kanugo is also the co-founder of Global Copper and introduced the first ever cast and roll technology in the field of Copper Pipes and Coils in India. He has a vast experience and profound knowledge in this domain. He is in charge of overall administration and development of Baroda Extrusion Limited.
Sankameeswaran. S
Dy.General Manager-Tech, Bell Ceramics
Mr. Sankameeswaran is a Post Graduate in Ceramic Technology from Anna University, Chennai with 18 Years of experience in the field of Ceramic science and technology. He has contributed to the growth of ceramic tile industries as Technical Know-how consultant for SME ceramic projects for 6 years. He has contributed in successful establishment of Trafilato Technology and Dry process ceramic tile manufacturing in Muscat. He is Lead Auditor in QMS, an Associate Member of Indian Institute of Ceramics, Kolkata and Member of Indian Ceramic Society. He is also a member of Board of Studies, Dept., of Ceramic Technology, Anna University. Mr. SS is also sharing his experience with academic institutions in the field of Ceramics as Guest Lecturer in Indian Ceramic Society and Alagappa College of Technology.
Pravin.A.Patel
President, FSSI
Pravinbhai is the President of Federation of small scale industries (FSSI).He is also the chairman and MD of M/s.Patel Furnace and forging P.ltd. He is a mechanical engineer from University of Missouri-USA.He started his career as a design engineer in wheelabrator corporation USA and possesses rich experience in the field of design and manufacturing shot blasting machines and air pollution controlling equipments. In 1991, he started Patel furnace and forging pvt. Ltd. with an aim to provide Indian industry good quality, sturdy shot blast machines. These machines are exported to countries including Australia, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Iraq, Cyprus, Ukraine, Botswana, and Myanmar. Mr. Patel is the past chairman of IIF- Vadodara chapter and has received award from Institute of metals “In recognition of his selfless and meritorious contribution towards professional field in particular and metallurgical society in general”.
Neeraj Kalawatia
VP & ZCH, Religare Finvest
Neeraj Kalawatia is presently the VP & Zonal Credit Head at Religare Finvest and has a total of 11 years of experience in this field. He has been associated with Religare since 2009.He has previously worked for organizations like GE, CITI and Magma.
Bhavesh Chelani
AVP - Finance and Accounts, Gujarat Infrapipes
Bhavesh is currently working with Gujarat Infrapipes as AVP - Finance and Accounts. He started his career as Assistant Manager with Deloitte Haskins & Sells and provided his expertise in assurance and Advisory segment. He moved to a Risk Profile and joined BMR Advisors, where he was recognized as one of the top five risk consultant at BMR. There he worked in various disciplines of Risk control Framework including Surbans Oxley Compliance 404 and Due Diligence of Companies. At Rolex Rings as general manger Finance, he participated in Private Equity management and strategic management including new investment, implementation of SAP ERP, etc. At a young age, he has been able to participate in strategic managerial activities and has been able to progress towards becoming a successful partner of CEO.
Chandresh Shah
Managing Director, Madhav Agro Foods
Chandresh Shah is the Managing Director of Madhav Agro Foods. He was elemental in establishing Madhav Agro Foods that is known for exporting more than 300 different kinds of products all over the globe. The company was presented with a National Award for Quality Products in Small Scale Sector in the year 2002 and a National Award for the year 2009 for Quality products for micro & small enterprises. Mr. Shah is an alumnus of Nottingham University, U.K.
G. P. Zala
General Manager - Finance & Accounts, Bell Ceramics
Mr. Gaurang P Zala has 25 Years of diverse experience in the field of Accounts, Finance and Auditing. He has worked with various organizations in the field of manufacturing and process industries like GROFED, Bhavnagar Vegetable Products, Gujarat Steel Tubes over and above Bell Ceramics, where he is serving for last 15 years. He has worked in the domains of Accounts, Tax Management, Costing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Risk management, Finance and profit centre head. He has been actively involved in implementation of ERP systems like MFGPRO & Microsoft Navision. Gaurang Zala is also sharing his experience with academic institutions in the field of Management and Accounting as Guest Lecturer and also associated with Institute of Internal Auditors, Vadodara Chapter.