A result driven, self-motivated and resourceful Partner with a proven ability to develop and strengthen management teams in order to maximize company profitability and efficiency. Experienced in leading and growing all sectors of a business to make it a dynamic and progressive organization. Successfully established sustainable and profitable relationships with customers, suppliers and stakeholders across the world.

Director & Partner in entities engaged in food processing/ manufacturing and real estate sector. Engaged in manufacturing and international trade of Agri based products since 2004.

Achievement

• Director of International Trade in “Bora Foods Private Limited” which is a leading Manufacturer, Importer & Exporter of oilseeds, spices & other food products, catering to industrial bakeries and fast-food giants (McDonald’s, Burger King etc.).
• Co-founded “Satgun Exim LLP” with an objective to engage in the business of processing, manufacturing and trading of nutritional seeds and nuts.

Mr. Nilesh Vira’s tenure was twice as Chairman of IOPEPC, the first being in the years of 2009 until 2011 and second from 2022 until 2024. Besides other responsibilities, he had been active in coordinating with various Government offices, officials locally and internationally, leadings delegations, Director on Board of various associations and committees responsible for trade and business. He is Director of Mulji Devshi group of Companies and in business of export / Import of oilseeds, Oils, Spices and host of agricultural commodities. He is qualified B.Tech (Computers) and involved in business domain of I.T as well. Due to his varied interests, he is also in committees of education, sports, social and political forums.

Shri Sanjay Nemji Shah is partner of Premji Ghellabhai & Co. which has been agro-trade business for five decades. The products namely are – oilseeds, vegetable oils, oilcakes, meals, grains, pulses, spices and birdfeed. His first term as Chairman of IOPEPC was from 2007 – 2009 and second term 2017 – 2019. Besides during the past twenty five years have been serving in various other capacities. I have been President of Bombay Commodity Exchange Ltd. From 2001 – 2003 & 2004 – 2006. Besides this have also been Managing Committee member of apex bodies like COIIT, FIEO, etc. Besides business interests have been engaged with NGOs to further the cause of education of the underprivileged children of the community.

Mr. Tushar Thumar, is the Director of Khedut Feeds and Foods Pvt. Ltd. and Shreeya Peanuts Pvt. Ltd., family owned agro-processing companies. A Chemical Engineer by education and an entrepreneur by choice, he is amongst the third generation into the family business of agri commodities and edible oils since 1967. His commitment to quality and his passion towards sustainable agriculture has garnered immense trust and good-will for the company as quality peanut supplier from India to the World. During his tenure, the company has implemented technological advances in mechanised processing and developed a sustainable integrated supply chain of groundnuts.

I am Vishal Ruparel, Managing Director of Ruparel Foods Private Limited. Manufacturers and Exporters of Peanut Butter from India exporting to more than 40 countries around the world. Our Peanut Butter manufacturing facilities is Fully Automatic and state of art facility with machines from USA and Europe. We supply to major Supermarkets and Discounter chains in Europe and also other Non-European as well as Central America as well as South American countries. We get Award for Highest Exports given be IOPEPC (Indian Oilseeds and Produce Export Promotion Council) under Ministry of Commerce Govt. of India, consecutively since 2011.

Mr. Tejas Badani, is the Proprietor of Aarti Trading Co. and Director of Divya Corporation., family owned agro-processing companies. he is amongst the third generation into the family business of agri commodities and edible oils since 1996. His commitment to quality and his passion towards sustainable agriculture has garnered immense trust and good-will for the company as quality peanut and peanut oil supplier from India to the World. During his tenure, the company has implemented technological advances in mechanised processing and developed a sustainable integrated supply chain of groundnuts.

Mr Sanjiv Sawla, Managing Director at M Lakhamsi Industries Ltd is a 4th generation business entrepreneur leading a family business that was established in the early 1900’s. The company focuses on the export and import of sesame seeds, peanuts, peanut oil, castor oil, grains, flours, spices, edible oils and other agri products, continuously reinventing itself in keeping with the times. M Lakhamsi Industries Ltd is also active with originating agricultural products from different parts of the world to ensure satisfaction of the end buyers with branches in the UAE & Africa.

Along with ISO certified manufacturing in different parts of India to cater to the stringent quality requirements of global end users in the food chain, the company strives to work in a sustainable manner from farm to fork for the products handled.

M Lakhamsi Industries Ltd is listed on the Mumbai Stock Exchange (BSE), reflecting its commitment to transparency and growth.

As a director at the Indian Oilseeds and Produce Export Promotion Council (IOPEPC) for over 25 years, Mr Sanjiv Sawla, has played a pivotal role in promoting exports. He served as the Chairman of the council during two consecutive tenures and been an office bearer for several years as well. Mr. Sawla’s long tenure as the Sesame Seed Panel Convener underscores his deep understanding of the sesame seed market. He has also chaired or co-chaired other panels of the council as well. It was under his leadership, IOPEA (now IOPEPC) gained recognition as an Export Promotion Council, thanks to the Commerce Ministry’s support.

Mr Jay Chandarana is the CEO of Dhaval Agri Exports LLP, which is the largest exporter of Sesame Seeds from India and also a 3 Star Export House recognised by the Govt of India. He is also a Director of Annam Organics Pvt Ltd, which is a startup with a view to provide best quality ingredients to Indian Kitchens. He is also an elected Director of Indian Oilseeds & Produce Export Promotion Council, which is the nominated Export Promotion Council for Oilseeds in India. He is looking after overall management of his business which is processing, manufacturing and exporting of Sesame Seeds and Spices.