Mr. Angshu Mallick is the Executive Deputy Chairman of the Company. He has been a part of the Company since its inception in 1999 and has played an instrumental role in the rise of “Fortune” as India’s No. 1 edible oil brand within just 20 months of its launch. His critical insights have ensured that “Fortune” has maintained its leadership position to date. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Mallick was associated with National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) as head of Dhara operations. Before that, he worked with Gujarat Co-Operative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul), Anand, in sales, marketing, distribution & exports. He holds a Bachelors in Dairy Technology from National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, & Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management from the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA). He has also been conferred with the “Globoil Man of the Year Award, 2021”.

Mr. Shrikant Kanhere is the MD & CEO of the company. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant with nearly three decades of experience across finance, accounts, taxation, risk management, and corporate governance. He has been associated with the Company since 2013, serving as Deputy CEO & CFO, and was recently elevated to the role of MD & CEO, with expanded responsibilities beyond finance and governance. In his current role, he also leads the Flour and Sauces & Condiments businesses, driving their strategic, operational, and commercial agendas. Over his career, Mr. Kanhere has gained extensive cross industry experience across financial planning and analysis, business partnering, corporate structuring, strategic decision-making, taxation and compliance. Prior to joining the Company, he held senior leadership roles at Reliance Industries Limited and Vodafone, where he was instrumental in strengthening financial processes and governance frameworks. Mr. Kanhere brings deep financial acumen, a strong understanding of the FMCG and agri-business sectors, and proven leadership skills that have contributed to enhancing operational efficiencies and driving sustainable growth for the Company.

Mr. Saumin Sheth is the Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Company where he heads sourcing of edible oils and he is also leading Oleochemicals, Castor and seed crushing business of the company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from Gujarat University. He has been associated with AWL since 1999 and has over 26 years of extensive experience in the areas of sourcing, risk management and bulk sales business. Throughout his tenure, he has been instrumental in developing and strengthening the Company’s trading operations, implementing effective risk management frameworks and driving strategic initiatives to enhance business profitability, supply chain efficiency and asset utilization. Under his leadership, the company has significantly expanded its footprint in the Oleochemicals, Castor and bulk sales businesses, establishing a strong market presence. His deep industry understanding, commercial acumen and operational expertise have contributed meaningfully to the sustained growth and diversification of the Company’s business portfolio.

Ravindra Kumar Singh is the Head – Technical and Operations of our Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical technology (oil technology) from Kanpur University. He joined our Company with effect from July 14, 2003. He has 30 years of experience in the field of food business. Prior to joining our Company, he worked at the National Dairy Development Board.

Mukesh Kumar Mishra is the Vice President – Sales & Marketing. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from NIT, Rourkela. He also holds MBA from Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi University. He joined our company with effect from 29th September 2021. Prior to joining our company, Mr. Mishra was associated with Dabur India Limited, where he joined as a Management Trainee and worked his way to Vice President - Marketing. In his over 25 years at Dabur, he served across different verticals and geographies in Sales & Marketing.

Rajneesh Bansal is the Head - Procurement and Supply Chain of our Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical) from Karnatak University, Dharwad and a master’s degree in industrial engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala. Further, he has completed a post graduate diploma in management from Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode. He joined our Company with effect from May 31, 2004. He has over 25 years of experience in various fields including business development and corporate communication, agriculture and FMCG sector. Prior to joining our Company, he worked at Adani Port Limited and Indian Space Research Organisation.

Siddhartha Ghosh is the Chief Human Resource Officer of our Company. He holds a post graduate diploma in social service from Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi. He joined our Company with effect from June 10, 2019. Prior to joining our Company, he worked at Reliance Industries Limited as Senior Vice President (Cluster/ Sector Industrial Relations Head), Aditya Birla Insulators, Jindal Steel & Power Limited and Coal India Limited.

Venkata Rao Damera is the Chief Information Officer of our Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in science from Andhra University and passed a master’s degree in computer applications from Osmania University. He joined our Company with effect from April 15, 2021. He has over 15 years of experience in the IT sector. Prior to joining our Company, he was associated with Emami Limited as President-IT, LG Polymers India Privet Limited, ITC Infotech, Godfrey Phillips India Limited.

Dr. Vidyashankar Satyakumar is the Head of Research & Development at our Company. He joined our Company in March 2023. He leads our R&D efforts to develop new products and process improvement pertaining to product quality. Dr. Satyakumar has about 22 years of experience in active ingredient development, product development and Commercialization, Clinical & pre-clinical expertise, and laboratory analytics related to Food & FMCG industry. Prior to joining our Company, Mr. Satyakumar was associated with Britannia as Head – R&D Excellence & Capability Building. He has also worked at Marico Limited and Himalaya Drug Company.

Dr. Satyakumar holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore and has completed MBA from KSOU, Mysore. He has published more than 25 scientific papers in the journals of national and international repute and has also filed 2 patents.