Meet our Speakers

KeyNote Speakers

Gautam Bhattacharjee
Packaging Expert
ex-P&G, ex-Diageo, ex-Huhtamaki.
VP R&D Packaging AMEA
Mondelez.
Sante Conselvan
President FTA Europe
Chairman - FTA Global Alliance
CEO Gama Group

Guest Speakers

Dr. Kai Lankinen
Senior Lecturer in Packaging Converting and Printing at Tampere University, Finland Owner Dr. Lankinen Graphic Innovations
Ranesh Bajaj
Director
VINSAK India, Rotatek Printing & Packaging Technologies, Secure Print UAE
Co-founder - Fasiculus
Peter Blasko
Global Marketing Director
SOMA
Roman Dresler
Area Sales Manager (Asia-Pacific region)
SOMA
Suhas Kulkarni
Director
South Asia, SOMA
Amit Kumar
Founder MSMEx
Founder and investor Grobiz SME Opportunity Fund
Pawandeep Sahni
Managing Director
OMET INDIA
Vinay Nalawade
Ceo/Director
Parakh Agro Industries Limited - Pune - India
Business Transformation Visionary, Profit Maximization And Turnaround Specialist, Organizational Excellence Architect
Manoj Kochar
Director
Holoflex Limited
Dr. Gita Bajaj
Director
People, Process & Tech
Transformación Leader, Award Winning Author & Business Professor
Ashish Pradhan
President Asia, Member of Group Executive Committee Siegwerk
Sanjeev Popli
Executive & Managing Director
Popli Graphics Pvt. Ltd.
Subodh Kulkarni
Operations Director
Tetra Pak India
Manjusha Singh
CEO
Siegwerk India Region
Sanjeev Sondhi
Managing Director
Zircon Technologies India
Kaushik Nag
CEO
Jupiter Laminators Pvt. Ltd.
Harveer Sahni
Harveer Sahni
Chairman
Weldon Celloplast Limited
Joachim Barthelme
Joachim Barthelme
Executive Vice President BST
Business Unit Flexible Materials | Managing Director Nyquist Systems GmbH
Jan Williem Boers
Jan Williem Boers
Chief Executive Officer
Polymount BV
Venugopal Menon
Business Director, Indian Subcontinent Cartons & Corrugation
BOBST India Pvt. Ltd.
Chatura - Speaker
Chatura Jayatissa
Managing Director
ALFT Packaging Company Pvt. Ltd.
Peter Pereira
Chief Operating Officer
Kris Flexipacks Ltd.
Parag Koradia
Director
Acme Rolltech Pvt. Ltd.
Gautam Bhattacharjee
Packaging Expert - ex-P&G, ex-Diageo, ex-Huhtamaki, and currently VP R&D Packaging AMEA at Mondelez.

Gautam is a seasoned packaging expert with over 25 years of global industry experience across India, China, and Singapore. His career includes leadership roles at some of the world’s most respected organizations—ex-P&G, ex-Diageo, ex-Huhtamaki, and currently with Mondelez.

He is widely recognized for his pivotal role in establishing Flexo printing capabilities in China, where he led a successful industry-wide transition from traditional Gravure to Flexo by bringing together key value chain partners. Gautam’s professional journey has been shaped by a relentless passion for continuous learning, creativity, and the practical application of knowledge to drive meaningful, transformative change.

A recipient of multiple international awards and holder of several patents, he has also served as a jury member for prestigious global packaging awards and as a keynote speaker at leading industry conferences. Under his leadership, global brands have become pioneers in Flexographic printing—setting new benchmarks for commercial success, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability.

Sante Conselvan
President - FTA Europe, Chairman - FTA Global Alliance, CEO - Gama Group

Sante Conselvan, an Industrial Chemistry graduate, started his career in the 1970s at Bancolini Group, then joined Crosfield Italia in 1978 to specialize in electronic technology for prepress.

He joined Crosfield Italia in 1978 where he gained international experience specializing in electronic technology applied to prepress-scanners and page make up, reaching the position of Sales Manager between 1989 and 1991.

In 1991 he took up a new career as Sales and Marketing Director in Scitex Italia. Later, he set up I&C and has been its Managing Director. The company specializes in the commercial start-up of innovative technologic solutions for the printing and converting industry

Since 2002 he has been a member of the management board of Gama, a company producing ink control quality systems.

In 2012, he became CEO of GAMA Group S.r.l. He is actively involved in the Packaging and Graphic Arts industries and currently serves as President of FTA Europe (European Flexographic Technical Federation) and as Chairman of FTA Global Alliance.

Sante Conselvan is, also, involved as Board Member of ATIF (Italian Flexographic Technical Association) and past President (2012-2018).

  • In 2016 FTA US honoured him with the President Award
  • In 2018 he received the Pollicione d’Oro, Education Graphics Art Association Lifetime Achievement Award
  • In 2018 Stationer’s Company appointed him as a Freeman
  • In 2019 he was appointed Freeman of the City of London
  • In 2022 ABFlexo honoured him with the Associated Award
  • In 2022 PLFTA & Polish Chamber of Printing appointed him as Chevalier de Gutenberg

He is also a Member of TAGA Italia, Giflex ,Gipea and Acimga 

Dr. Kai Lankinen
Senior Lecturer in Packaging Converting and Printing at Tampere University, Finland Owner Dr. Lankinen Graphic Innovations

Dr. Kai Lankinen has over 25 years of experience in packaging printing. He serves as a Senior Lecturer in Packaging Converting and Printing at Tampere University of Applied Sciences in Finland and as a Docent at DHBW University of Karlsruhe and Stuttgart Media University (HdM) in Germany, where he mentors future professionals in sustainable packaging technologies.

Dr. Lankinen is an internationally recognized consultant, advising printers and brand owners on improving efficiency and advancing sustainability through Expanded Gamut (ECG) printing. He founded Dr. Lankinen Graphic Innovations Ltd, is a co-owner and former CEO of a leading Nordic repro house, and is a founding member of the Global Premedia Network (GPN). 

His career includes roles as Factory Manager at a flexible packaging printing company and co-founding the Finnish Packaging Printing Committee, which he also chaired. In 2021, Dr. Lankinen published his doctoral thesis, “Evaluation of Expanded Gamut Printing in Flexography,” further solidified his role as a leader in sustainable packaging printing.

Ranesh Bajaj
Director - VINSAK India, Rotatek Printing & Packaging Technologies, Secure Print UAE. Co-founder - Fasiculus

Mr. Ranesh Bajaj is a visionary leader and a well-recognized name in the global printing and packaging industry.

With over three decades of experience, Mr. Bajaj has been instrumental in introducing advanced technologies and solutions in flexible packaging, label printing & finishing, security printing, brand protection and variable data printing to fast-growing markets.

As the Director of Vinsak Group, he has played a pivotal role in introducing cutting-edge technologies and solutions across Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East, and Africa.

His deep understanding of the industry, combined with a passion for excellence and innovation, has not only contributed to the growth of his organization but also shaped the way packaging and label businesses scale across emerging economies.

Under his leadership, Vinsak has transformed into a trusted provider for businesses seeking innovation, quality, and reliability. A strong advocate for sustainable growth, Mr. Bajaj is actively driving initiatives that promote environmentally responsible printing practices and greener packaging solutions and digital transformation across the industry.

Sanjeev Sondhi
Managing Director, Zircon Technologies India

Mr. Sanjeev Sondhi is the Managing Director of the Zircon Group of Companies, where he leads research & development and technology adaptation in the field of authentication and anti-counterfeiting solutions. He is a patent holder and technology developer in the field of designing high security graphics and printing nano graphics.  

Recently developed and filed another patent in the field of RFID for authentication. 

With over 30 years of diverse professional experience, including 17 years in developing print security in the field of documents, ID’s and brands he has played a pivotal role in shaping Zircon’s growth and innovation journey.

With an academic background in Chemistry, Security Graphic Design and print, Mr. Sondhi has made significant contributions to the field of anti-counterfeiting. On one hand, he has pioneered unique security graphic design tools for currency and high-value documents, which have been globally licensed under royalties. On the other, he has developed specialized chemical entities that strengthen print security by enhancing authentication features—an achievement that underscores his deep expertise in innovation and technology. He also made it possible to create a print fusion of bitmap and micro thin vector graphics.

Before joining Zircon in 2002, Mr. Sondhi worked with leading pharmaceutical companies including GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, Lupin Limited, and Nicholas Piramal India Limited, and also gained valuable international experience.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry (Honors) from Meerut University and has been a Director on Zircon’s Board since 2002, driving the company’s vision of excellence, innovation, and global leadership.

Roman Dresler
Area Sales Manager for the Asia-Pacific region at SOMA

Roman Dresler, Area Sales Manager for the Asia-Pacific region at SOMA, has over 10 years of experience in the flexographic printing industry. A true CI flexo enthusiast, he has held various positions within SOMA, an EU-based producer of CI flexo presses. 

Roman is currently responsible for managing and expanding SOMA’s presence across the Asia-Pacific market. He can be reached at dresler@soma-eng.com.

Suhas Kulkarni
Director- South Asia, SOMA

Suhas Kulkarni is a seasoned leader with over three decades of experience in the flexographic printing, paper, and pulp industries, holding leadership positions from Operations Manager to Managing Director across multiple strategic business units in Asia.

Currently serving as Country Head & Director – South Asia at SOMA, Suhas drives sales and operations across three countries, delivering profitability, market growth, and customer-focused solutions for Flexographic Printing. His earlier leadership roles include Managing Director – Technology at DKSH, where he managed multiple business lines with full P&L responsibility, and senior management positions with Solenis, Windmöller & Hölscher, DuPont, Kodak, and other global organizations.

Withexpertise spanning business strategy, operational excellence, market development, and cross-cultural team leadership, Suhas has been instrumental in advancing CI Flexo adoption, driving innovation in packaging technology, and championing transitions from gravure to flexo, besides leading Color Communications. A trained Executive Coach and certified in advanced sales, persuasion, and leadership methodologies, Suhas is deeply committed to empowering individuals and organizations.

Currently He is a focused on delivering an initiative to enhance profitability and productivity in the flexographic printing industry through structured learning and professional development.

Known for his collaborative leadership style, cross-functional problem-solving, and ability to navigate complex market landscapes, Suhas continues to mentor industry professionals, combining technical expertise with a people-centric approach.

Amit Kumar
Founder MSMEx, Founder and investor of Grobiz SME Opportunity Fund

Amit Kumar personally owns a portfolio of 27+ SME investments. He is also the Founder and sponsor of a SEBI Registered CAT-III AIF named Grobiz SME Opportunity Fund.

He is also the Founder of MSMEx which is India’s leading MSME advisory and coaching platform for small businesses. MSMEx conducts live online business sessions and connects small business owners with curated Business Experts for live business learning and hand-holding support.

Amit holds MBA from SP Jain and a Mechanical Engineering from Punjab Technical University. His first startup “Zimmber” Home Services Platform made a successful exit through acquisition by Quikr.

In his early career stage, he worked with corporates like Nuclear Power Corporation, Larsen & Toubro, Kellogg Brown & Roots and gained experience in fundraising, e-commerce, SaaS products, business development, business strategy and process excellence.

Highlights:

  • Alumni Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurship from SP Jain Institute
  • MSMEx as Best Enterprise in Training from MSME India Business Awards
  • IDG’s Pride of India Award 2016 for successful fundraising
  • Gold medal Engineering received from President of India, Dr Kalam
  • Best Talented Student award by scholarship sponsor USHA group
  • Hosted by CNBC Awaaz and ETNow media channels as a speaker
  • Appeared in 100+ media publications through bylines and quotes
Pawandeep Sahni
Managing Director of OMET INDIA

Associated with OMET since 2010, Pawandeep Sahni became the Managing Director of OMET INDIA, a fully owned subsidiary of OMET Srl, Italy, in 2019. He has played a crucial role in advising, designing, and implementing some of the most complex printing projects in the country, including machinery supply with Offset, Flexo, Gravure, Screen, and Foil in a single pass combination press. In addition to his extensive experience, he has been a frequent speaker at various industry events and conferences for almost a decade, sharing his insights on the transformation in printing and the future of packaging. 

With over 20 years of experience, he is a recognised Business and Strategy Evangelist, known for identifying opportunities and delivering effective, results-driven strategies. As a pivot specialist, he excels in creating scalable and profitable business models, strategic planning, branding, and product development.

Vinay Nalawade
Ceo/Director - Parakh Agro Industries Limited - Pune - India Business Transformation Visionary, Profit Maximization And Turnaround Specialist, Organizational Excellence Architect

Vinay is a transformation leader in the flexo print and packaging industry with over 3 decades of experience, renowned for profit maximization, business turnaround, and organizational excellence. He is with Parakh Agro for the last 18 years, prior to which he held important positions in Albea (formerly Betts Group -UK) and Parksons Packaging. He excels in driving strategic change management, optimizing supply chain efficiencies, and spearheading process re-engineering to unlock sustainable growth. Recognized for advising on and implementing large-scale transformations, Vinay specializes in identifying organizational pain points and restructuring business models.

As an expert in business valuation enhancement, market expansion, and strategic alliances, Vinay has a proven record of steering companies from financial turmoil to consistent profitability. He is a veteran with a demonstrated excellence in greenfield project execution, operational excellence, and implementing world-class manufacturing (WCM) practices. As a trusted business advisor, Vinay is confident of empowering organizations across industries with techno-commercial solutions, leveraging his leadership experience in manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and operations.

Manoj Kochar
Director-Holoflex Limited

Manoj Kochar is a graduate in Commerce stream from St Xavier’s College, Kolkata, he is among those who led the introduction of hologram technology in India and is a Director of Holoflex Limited, a Kolkata based company which he co-founded in 1991. Holoflex is a leading provider of authentication solutions in India and the wider international market, developing and deploying customized anti-counterfeiting and brand protection solutions for more than 34 years.

He is the first Asian to serve as the Chairman of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), a London based association that represents the global hologram industry. He has a background in both holography and authentication – he’s currently the President of the Authentication Solution Providers Association (ASPA), a New Delhi based association of authentication solution providers, which is a widely respected and perhaps the most active industry association in the global authentication industry. He is also a current IHMA Board member and also serving on the Governing Body of Indian Institute of Packaging. Manoj has participated as a speaker and session Chair at several national and international conferences.

His hobbies include Golf and photography.

Dr. Gita Bajaj
Director - People, Process & Tech Transformación Leader, Award Winning Author & Business Professor

Dr Gita Bajaj is a Harvard Business School Affiliate, with 13 years of industry and 19 years of academic experience in leading organizations and business schools including Crompton Greaves NODE Chandigarh, The Hindustan Times, New Delhi, Management Development Institute Gurgaon, Institute of Management Technology Dubai and IE Business School Madrid, Spain. In December 2022, she joined the Board of Directors of VINSAK India and Secure Print UAE and in 2023, she was actively involved in the acquisition of Rotatek Spain. 

Dr Bajaj leads People, Process and Tech Transformation in all the group companies and her vision is to make the VINSAK Group the best place to work for. During her free time, Dr Bajaj teaches in the PhD program at the Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur. She loves to sing, meditate, stay fit, read, and travel.

Ashish Pradhan
President Asia Member of Group Executive Committee, Siegwerk

Ashish Pradhan serves as President, Asia at the Siegwerk Group and is a member of the Group Executive Committee. With nearly three decades of experience in the packaging industry, he is a transformative leader known for driving significant change and business growth. Ashish joined Siegwerk in 2015 as Chief Operating Officer and rose to the role of President Asia since 2021, where he has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and expansion throughout the region.

Throughout his career, Ashish has demonstrated a strong focus on people development, building high-performing teams, and fostering an open and engaging workplace culture. Under his leadership, Siegwerk has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, reflecting his commitment to creating a positive organizational environment. He has consistently delivered impressive commercial results while prioritizing sustainability, safety, and diversity, which has unlocked substantial growth potential in Asia.

Ashish holds an Engineering degree, a Post Graduate Degree in Management, and has completed Executive Education programs at Harvard and INSEAD. He also possesses diplomas in International Trade and Packaging. Prior to joining Siegwerk, Ashish held senior leadership roles at Huhtamaki, Henkel, and International Paper, reinforcing his extensive industry expertise.

Outside of work, Ashish enjoys reading, swimming, trekking, and following sports. He has completed numerous treks, including high-altitude expeditions around the world. A regular columnist, Ashish writes on leadership topics for prominent English dailies and magazines.

Sanjeev Popli
Executive & Managing Director Popli Graphics Pvt Ltd

Sanjeev Popli is the Executive and Managing Director at Popli Graphics Pvt. Ltd. He completed his B.E in Printing and Graphics Communication from Pune University in 1989 and started his career working with Technova in their plates and pre-press chemical division as a technical sales executive. With a vision to bring technological advancements and the latest innovations to his business, Sanjeev incorporated Popli Graphics in 1991 and ventured into machinery, equipment, and consumables – expanding the company’s portfolio of products, partners, and services.

Today, Sanjeev works with leaders, executives, and managers of leading print organizations, helping them accelerate their growth strategies and deliver their solutions to the industry. Under his direction, Popli Graphics has been put on the world map with global organizations partnering with our firm. Sanjeev is a frequent speaker at distinguished events, an industry mentor for incoming graduates, and now a full-time consultant for his clients. While an executive member of his company, in his free time, Sanjeev has no choice but to follow the orders of his two daughters, who are thankfully not teenagers anymore, he exclaims.

Subodh Kulkarni
Operations Director, Tetra Pak India

Subodh Kulkarni is the Operations Director, Tetra Pak India

36yr long Global Experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Projects, Operational Excellence.

Core expertise – Operations Mgmt, Supply Chain, Change Mgmt and Nurturing Winning Teams

Passionate about – Driving Excellence and Innovation, Customer Service and AI/ML

Core Beliefs –

  • Every Indian Company posses Capability to become “World-Class Organisation”.
  • Simplicity of Flexo Printing Process makes it too complicated; Process Standardization is the only way to get consistent World Class results with Flexo.
Manjusha Singh
CEO, Siegwerk India Region

Ms. Manjusha Singh is the Chief Executive Officer of Siegwerk India Region, overseeing the company’s operations in one of its most dynamic and rapidly growing markets. She is the first woman CEO within the Siegwerk Group and among a few women leaders in the global ink industry. With more than two decades of experience in B2B sales and marketing within the packaging sector, Manjusha brings rich experience in leading and transforming global sales organizations. In this strategic leadership role, Ms. Singh will be responsible for driving Siegwerk’s business growth while further strengthening its commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in the Indian market.

In her previous roles she has been serving diverse responsibilities at Tetra Pak, from Key Account Manager to Vice President Global Sales and Marketing Transformation, these included assignments in India, Italy, Thailand, and Switzerland. Manjusha did her bachelor’s hon in mathematics from Delhi University along PGDBM in Marketing at Institute of Management and Technology, Ghaziabad.

Manjusha began her career in 1999 at Huhtamaki as Deputy Sales Manager and then Regional Sales Manager at Hungama, building an early career in sales management. Over the last twenty years, she has moved up the ranks within Tetra Pak, from Key Account Manager to Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing Transformation. She plays the role of the eminent business leader, having experience in international business with wide exposure globally. She brings an inspiring mix of strategic vision and operational excellence to Siegwerk.

Manjusha likes painting and travelling in her free time.

Kaushik Nag
CEO Jupiter Laminators Pvt. Ltd.

Kaushik Nag, an industry veteran with over two decades of experience in flexible
packaging, currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer – Flexibles & CPP at Jupiter Laminators Pvt. Ltd.

His strategic vision, combined with a relentless focus on innovation and sustainability, has positioned Jupiter Laminators at the forefront of the packaging sector.
Before joining Jupiter Laminators, Mr. Nag played pivotal roles in multiple renowned packaging firms. As Director & CEO at Vijayneha Polymers Private Limited (2017–2019), he led the flexible packaging business in Hyderabad, steering the company toward substantial growth. His leadership journey also includes impactful tenures as CEO at Kalpana Industries (2013–2016) in Kolkata, prior to that with Positive Packaging, Paharpur & Sharp Industries, where he played a crucial role in expanding business footprints and fostering innovation.

A firm advocate of sustainability, Mr. Nag has championed eco-friendly practices within Jupiter Laminators, integrating cutting-edge technologies and sustainable packaging solutions. Under his leadership, the company has reinforced its commitment to environmental responsibility, setting new benchmarks in green manufacturing.

Harveer Sahni
Harveer Sahni
Chairman - Weldon Celloplast Limited

Harveer Sahni, Chairman of Weldon Celloplast Limited, New Delhi, holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry and has dedicated 47 years to the label industry. He began his career in the family’s stationery business, best known for Weldon fountain pen inks established by his father in 1939. In 1997, he ventured into labelstock manufacturing, and under his leadership, Weldon soon emerged as a leading supplier of label materials in India, exporting to nearly 30 countries worldwide. By 2003, he started sharing his knowledge and experiences through articles in global magazines and presentations at industry forums. In 2010, with a vision to contribute further and expand his global reach, he launched his blog, Self-adhesive Labels Industry in India and the World, which, along with its complementary website, is now read worldwide and is expected to cross one million pageviews. His contributions to the industry are immense—he has served on the Board of Directors of the Label Manufacturers Association of India (LMAI), judged the World Label Awards multiple times, and in 2017, became the first recipient of the LMAI “Lifetime Award for Support to the Indian Label Industry.” His global recognition reached a pinnacle in September 2022, when he was conferred with the world’s highest honor in the label industry, the R. Stanton Avery Global Achievement Award, making him the only Indian to receive it. In November 2024, he further enriched the industry’s knowledge base by launching his 320-page coffee table book, Untold Stories of Indian Label Industry. Having stepped back from active business in recent years, Mr. Sahni now devotes his time to giving back to the industry as an author, thought leader, and active contributor through industry associations.

Joachim Barthelme
Joachim Barthelme
Executive Vice President - BST Business Unit Flexible Materials | Managing Director Nyquist Systems GmbH

Joachim Barthelme with over 24 years of experience in the print and packaging industry, Joachim Barthelme serves as Executive Vice President of the Business Unit Flexible Materials and Managing Director of Nyquist Systems GmbH, a BST GmbH company. He brings more than a decade of expertise in CI-Flexo press building and has been instrumental in advancing quality assurance solutions for the industry. BST GmbH, headquartered in Bielefeld, Germany, is an international leader in quality assurance with a workforce of over 550 employees and annual sales exceeding EUR 120 million.

Jan Williem Boers
Jan Willem Boers
Chief Executive Officer - Polymount BV

Jan Willem founded Polymount in 2003 and is the inventor behind several groundbreaking technologies in the flexographic printing industry which did not exist before. These inventions include the self-adhesive sleeves, the Polymount Plate Cleaner, and the Polymount Film Cleaner.

Throughout his career, Jan Willem has focused on one core mission: making flexographic printing more sustainable. Every innovation from Polymount is driven by the goal of reducing costs and waste, improving efficiency, and contributing to a circular economy within the industry. 

Chatura - Speaker
Chatura Jayatissa
Managing Director - ALFT Packaging Company Pvt Ltd

At the forefront of ALFT’s journey is Mr. Chathura Jayatissa, a dynamic leader with over a decade of experience spanning manufacturing and international trade. As Managing Director, he brings a powerful combination of strategic foresight, technical expertise, and financial acumen, steering the company toward sustained growth and global recognition.

Mr. Jayatissa holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Bristol, UK, and an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting from CIMA. He is also a member of Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs. His multidisciplinary expertise and commitment to innovation have been instrumental in positioning ALFT as a benchmark in the flexible packaging industry.

Under his leadership, ALFT Packaging continues to redefine industry standards, delivering cutting-edge, sustainable packaging solutions that meet the evolving demands of global markets. With a steadfast focus on quality, efficiency, and customer-centric innovation, ALFT is shaping the future of flexible packaging.

Peter Pereira
Chief Operating Officer
Kris Flexipacks Ltd.

With a BE in Electrical/Instrumentation from the College of Engineering Trivandrum (Kerala University), a Master’s in Operations Management from NMIMS (Mumbai University), and specialized leadership training from Harvard (USA) along with Supply Chain Management training from the Singapore Supply Chain Institute, he brings a strong academic and professional foundation. He began his career with Grindwell Norton Ltd., later worked with Ciba-Geigy Ltd., and gained extensive global experience with Johnson & Johnson USA, where he held key positions including Head of Consumer Operations India and Senior Director–Manufacturing Asia-Pacific (based in Singapore).

Currently serving as COO at Krisflexipacks Ltd., he possesses deep expertise in Supply Chain Management, manufacturing and operational excellence, and people development, with proven capability in driving methodologies such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Project Management, LEAN, and Zero Defect approaches to achieve continuous improvement across manufacturing systems in Asia-Pacific and the US.