Founders & Board of Directors

Founders

Mr. Jayanti Patel

Mr. Jayanti Patel

  • 47 yrs of experience
  • Overseas corporate affairs & finance
  • B.E (Chemical)
Mr. Ashish Soparkar

Mr. Ashish Soparkar

  • 46 yrs of experience
  • Overseas corporate affairs & finance
  • B.E (Chemical)
Mr. Natwarlal Patel

Mr. Natwarlal Patel

  • 45 yrs of experience
  • Overseas technical matters & marketing in Agrochemical division
  • MSc degree
Mr. Ramesh Patel

Mr. Ramesh Patel

  • 44 yrs of experience
  • Overseas purchasing function & liaisons with govt. / regulatory bodies
  • B.A degree
Mr. Anand Patel

Mr. Anand Patel

  • 35 yrs of experience
  • Overseas pigments marketing, manufacturing
  • BSc degree

Board of Directors

Mr. Ankit Patel

Mr. Ankit Patel

Chairman and Managing Director

Mr. Ankit Patel, a dynamic and seasoned leader, brings an impeccable blend of academic brilliance and a stellar career of over a decade in the chemical industry. He holds Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from S.P. University, Anand, a Master’s in Engineering from Griffith, Australia, and a Global MBA from SP Jain Centre of Management.

His journey with the organization commenced in 2009 when he assumed the role of Manager-Agro division. Over the years, he has deftly navigated diverse portfolios within the Agro division, showcasing exceptional leadership. His ascent to Chief Executive Officer in 2017 reflects his unwavering commitment and remarkable contributions to the organization.

Notably, his stellar achievements were recognized when he received the esteemed ‘Emerging Leader of the Year 2023 – Agrochemicals’ award at the PMFAI-SML Agchem Awards 2023.

On August 14, 2023, Mr. Ankit Patel assumed the role of Chairman and Managing Director, ushering in a new era of strategic vision and leadership for the organization.

Mr. Karana Patel

Mr. Karana Patel

Executive Director

Mr. Karana Patel, a visionary leader with over a decade and a half of experience in the realm of Agrochemical operations. He holds Diploma in Chemical Engineering from Nirma University and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Drexel University, USA.

His journey with the organization commenced in 2007 when he embarked on his role as Manager-Operations within the Agro division. Over the years, he has showcased exceptional prowess in overseeing a spectrum of projects in the Agrochemical sector. His relentless dedication and outstanding contributions led to his elevation to Chief Operating Officer in 2017.

On August 14, 2023, Mr. Karana Patel has assumed the role of Executive Director of the company and he will continue to play instrumental role in managing agrochemical business vertical.

Mr. Darshan Patel

Mr. Darshan Patel

Executive Director

Mr. Darshan Patel, a distinguished leader with over a decade of experience in the realm of Pigment operations. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Nirma University, a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from Griffith University, Australia, and an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) USA.

His journey with the organization commenced in 2011 when he assumed the role of Manager in the Pigments division. Over the years, he has exhibited exceptional versatility by managing diverse portfolios within the Pigment division. His consistent dedication and outstanding contributions culminated in his appointment as Chief Operating Officer in 2017.

On August 14, 2023, Mr. Darshan Patel assumed the role of Executive Director of the company and he will continue to play instrumental role in managing pigments business vertical.

Mr. Maulik Patel

Mr. Maulik Patel

Non-Executive Director

Mr. Maulik Patel has more than 16 years of experience in the chemical industry with BE (Chemical) from S.P. University, Anand, Masters of Science (Chemical Engineering) from University of Southern California, USA and MBA from Long Island University, USA. Mr. Maulik Patel serves on the board of Epigral and KCL

Mr. Kaushal Soparkar

Mr. Kaushal Soparkar

Non-Executive Director

Mr. Kaushal Soparkar has more than 15 years of experience in the chemical industry with B.S. (Chemical) from University of New Haven, USA and M.S. (Engineering Management) from Northeastern University, USA. Mr. Kaushal Soparkar serves on the board of Epigral and KCL

Shri Manubhai K. Patel

Shri Manubhai K. Patel

Independent Director

Shri Manubhai K. Patel is a Chartered Accountants with more than 37 years of experience in the field of Forex, Treasury and Credit Management. He is on board of Meghmani Finechem Limited. Besides he holds directorship in GVFL Trustee Company Private Limited, Paryavaran Edutech, Zydus BSV Pharma Private Limited, Dial for Health Unity Limited, ACME Diet Care Private Limited and

Prof. (Dr.) Ganapati Yadav

Prof. (Dr.) Ganapati Yadav

Independent Director

Prof. (Dr.) Ganapati Yadav is Padmashri Awardee, by President of India is an academician a B. Chem. Eng. Ph.D. (Tech.), D.Sc. (Hon. Causa, DYPK), FTWAS, FNA, FASc, FNASc, FNAE, FRSC (UK), FISTE , FIChemE (UK), FIIChE. PROF. He is Chairman, Research Council, CSIR-CSMCRI, member of RC of IICT Hyderabad and NIIST Trivandrum. He has served as a Chairman/member of Selection Committees of directors of many CSIR labs. He is a Chairman, Advisory of DST-National Centre for Catalysis Research, IIT-Madras and international PAC in Chemical Sciences of DST.

He is Chairman, Waste Management Expert Committee, DST-Govt of India, and serves on Boards of two companies as independent Director. He is a member of Maharashtra Innovation Council. He was member of review of functioning of Central Insecticide Board and Registration Committee of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Review Committee of IISER Pune, Member of Selection Committee of Directors of IIT, MHRD, etc.

Ms. Urvashi Dhirubhai Shah

Ms. Urvashi Dhirubhai Shah

Independent Director

Ms. Urvashi Dhirubhai Shah holds Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree with Economics and having First class First rank of Gujarat University. She is an Advocate by profession and practicing with Income Tax appellate Tribunal since last 15 years. Ms. Urvashi Shah is on the Board of Brady & Morris Engineering Co Ltd. (Bombay) as Non Executive Independent Director.

Dr. Varesh Sinha

Dr. Varesh Sinha

Independent Director

Dr. Varesh Sinha is a Master in Science (Mathematical Statistics) from Lucknow University and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics.

He joined the Indian Administrative Service in 1977 and retired in 2014. During this period, he held various eminent positions i.e. Collector of Jamnagar, Managing Director in various Gujarat Government companies including Gujarat Agro Industries Corporation Limited, Additional Chief Secretary and Chief Secretary – Government of Gujarat chairmanship of Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited, Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited, Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Limited, Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Limited, Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited and Gujarat Gas Limited. After the superannuation, he served as State Election Commissioner from 2014 to 2019.

Mr. Nikunt Raval

Mr. Nikunt Raval

Independent Director

Mr. Nikunt Raval is an advocate practising inter alia, in securities & Corporate Laws, Land Laws, Banking Law, Tax Law and Commercial Laws. He was Standing Counsel for the Union of India in the High Court of Gujarat from 2015 till 2023. He appears before the Hon’ble Supreme Court, various High Courts, SAT, Consumer Forum and Civil Courts in various matters. Mr. Nikunt Raval is a Partner at Raval & Raval Advocates and also a Sr. Standing Counsel for the Income Tax Department and Customs, Excise, GST and DRI Department.