Country Manager, Board Director, Corporate Leader, Management Consultant, Global Goodwill Ambassador Almost 19 Years Experience in a wide range of business sectors from Investment Banking, Fund Management, Manufacturing, Telecom, Real Estate, Investment Promotion and General Business Consultancy covering areas across various business sectors. Lead an International Market Leader in Marine Products in Sri Lanka. Also hold Board Positions in two leading Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka namely the American Chamber of Commerce and European Chamber of Commerce.
Prawin is a seasoned Behavioral & Soft Skills Trainer and Mentor with over 18 years of experience, delivering impactful corporate training programs across various levels. As a dedicated Leadership Coach, he brings a blend of professionalism, motivation, and business ethics, engaging effectively with all organizational tiers. An IT engineer by education and a psychologist by passion, Prawin transforms words into powerful, conviction-filled delivery. His presentations are heartfelt, meaningful, and designed for maximum impact. Utilizing direct observation, real-time feedback, and experiential learning, he follows Andragogy principles for enhanced performance. With over 10,000 training hours and 15,000 professionals trained, his sessions in Selling Skills, Team Building, and Leadership Skills are unique and effective, fostering breakthroughs and better performance. Prawin’s approach combines seriousness and humor, creating memorable and effective learning experiences.
An industry leader with a passion to grow and nurture organizations - their businesses and cultures. I have worked extensively in the chemicals and packaging industry for over 30 years which has given me an opportunity to develop a diverse and insightful perspective. I have been associated with several business turn around projects, many of which I have led. I have a keen desire to contribute towards overall societal development and also towards the packaging industry through mentoring promising young start-ups and individuals. Ashish has completed Executive Education from Harvard and INSEAD, France. He also holds a Diploma in International Trade, from the Indian Institute of Materials Managementand a Diploma in Packaging from the Institute of Packaging, UK. Ashish took over as CEO Siegwerk India in 2016 and was promoted as President, Siegwerk India and Greater China in 2019.
An Electrical Engineer by discipline with 25 years of Corporate experience and 7 years of experience in Consulting. Believes in respect for every individual and creating a mutually supportive environment. Gopalakrishnan possesses expertise in practicing the principles of Kaizen, TPM, TWI, LEAN, TQM, Six Sigma and establishing a model of Operational Excellence as to achieve Business Excellence. He has abundant experience in implementing and maintaining quality systems like ISO 9000, TS/ IATF 16949 in the processes involved. He also has a proven track record of developing procedures, work standards, and operational policies.
Arabind has an excellent track record of leadership, delivering results through strategic skills in directing all aspects of the business processes - Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, Project Management & Quality Assurance at the National and International level and driving revenue & bottom-line growth. Illustrious career of 39 years reflects continual learning, driving effective business strategies & delivering sustainable business results. A widely respected enthusiast and a thought leader in Allied Agriculture (Dairy, Poultry & Fishery) and Processed Foods sectors. He has been associated in various committees in CII at National & State Level and is a keen policy advocate. Held a wide range of leadership positions in India and overseas with leading companies such as Cadbury’s, Hindustan Unilever, Dabur, Aditya Birla Retail and Godrej Tyson Foods (Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director). He has been trained on TPM by JIPM, Japan.
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