Board of Directors

Mr. Vinod Saraf is the founder of VOL. He has over 50 years of rich experience in the Indian chemical industry. Prior to VOL he was associated with Bhilwara Group, Modern Syntex (I) Ltd. and Grasim Industries and was nominated as the MD of Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Ltd. (MRPL). He was awarded the 2019 HURUN India Selfmade Entrepreneur of the year.

Ms. Vinati Saraf joined VOL in 2006. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Economics (Finance) from The Wharton School and Bachelors in Applied Science from the School of Engineering (University of Pennsylvania).She has over 16 years of experience in the managerial team at VOL and spearheads the Marketing, Finance & Operation functions at VOL. She is named in the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leader’s list and was also listed in The Economic Times annual “India’s Top 40 under 40” for 2019.

Ms. Viral Saraf Mittal became a part of VOL in 2009. She holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Economics (Finance and Management) from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She has volunteered at reputed non profit organizations like Pratham and Dasra and brings her rich knowledge of the social sector to VOL’s CSR activities. She is also a Partner and a Volunteer at Social Venture Partners (SVP) Mumbai chapter.

Mr. J. C. Laddha is a highly esteemed figure in the Indian Textile Industry, dedicating his entire career to the sector. Serving as the Chairman of Sudiva Spinners Private Limited in Bhilwara, Rajasthan since April 1, 2015, Mr. Laddha, a qualified Chartered Accountant, brings invaluable contributions to the textile industry. Renowned for his dynamic business approach, extensive planning, and successful execution, he has played a pivotal role in the growth of the RSWM group, where he previously served as an Executive Director from 1990 to 2015 and as a director from 2015 to 2018.

With an exceptional flair for entrepreneurship, Mr. J. C. Laddha has also held directorial positions in other esteemed companies such as Bhilwara Spinners Ltd., BPL, and BMDL for several years. Currently serving as the Director on the Board of BSL Limited and Lagnam Spintex India Ltd. in Bhilwara, and Deputy Chairman of the Rajasthan Textile Mills Association, he is recognized for his outstanding business acumen and leadership skills, receiving numerous accolades.

Ms. Mona Bhide has been in legal practice since the year 1989 and is the Managing Partner of Dave & Girish & Co. Advocates. Her practice revolves around corporate law, securities and banking transactions, capital markets, structured finance, securitisation, swaps, derivatives, mergers and acquisitions and restructuring. She holds an LLB degree from University of Mumbai and an LLM degree from Northwestern University, School of Law, Chicago. Currently, she is also on the Board of the Datamatics Global Services Limited, PCS Technology Limited and Inspira Enterprise India Limited.

Prof. Mannepalli Lakshmi Kantam has 39 years of experience in the research, design and development of catalysts for innovative green and economical processes for chemical industry. Prof. Mannepalli Lakshmi Kantam served as Director at CSIR-IICT, Hyderabad. Currently, she is also on the Board of the Prasol Chemicals Limited, Godavari Biorefineries Limited and Nacl Industries Limited.

Dr. Prashant Barve is a highly experienced professional in Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemicals Technology, having earned his degree from the esteemed University Department of Chemical Technology (Mumbai University). Throughout his extensive career at major API manufacturing companies such as M/s Duphar Interfran, Themis Pharmaceuticals, and M/s CIPLA, he has developed expertise in API and Fine & Specialty Chemicals. Transitioning to the National Chemical Laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, he played a crucial role in Process Development & Engineering. As a key team leader, innovator, and project contributor, he successfully obtained intellectual property for processes, oversaw basic engineering development, and facilitated plant commissioning.

As the founder and director of the innovation centre, he actively oversees crucial projects that spearhead transformative advancements in the industry. His dedication to innovation, strategic foresight, and demonstrated track record of success are clearly apparent.

Mr. Amit Thanawala possesses a B.E. in Polymers and an MBA in Marketing Management, he boasts an extensive more than 33 years of background in the Indian chemical industry. He has been working with the Vinati Organics Limited (VOL) since November 11, 2002. Before joining VOL, he held positions with Kanoria Petroproducts Ltd. and Amon-ra Impex Pvt. Ltd.