Finolex Cables. | Meet the Board of Directors

Board Of Directors

Mr. Nikhil Manohar Naik

Non-Executive Director

Mr. Nikhil Manohar Naik (DIN: 00202779) has done M. Sc in Shipping, Trade and Finance (Distinction) from Bayes Business School, London (formerly known as Cass Business School). During his work experience of 44 years, he has served in Leadership roles in Port Management, Shipping and Private Equity and Logistic businesses. His competency areas include Leadership-Strategic Management of people, businesses and Markets, analysis of financials, nurturing, advising management of businesses, building lasting customer relationships and networking with External Agencies and Government. Mr. Nikhil Naik is presently acting as nominee Director on the Boards of Matix Fertilizers and Chemicals Private Limited, Salaya Bulk Terminals Limited, Essar Bulk Terminals (Salaya) Limited and Essar Ports Limited. He is also acting as an Independent Director on the Board of Aakash Educational Services Limited.

Mr. Ratnakar Prakash Barve

Executive Director

Mr. Ratnakar Barve, has a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. He is also MBA in Operation’s Management and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. Mr Ratnakar Barve has vast experience of 34 years in the manufacturing industry and projects. He started his career in 1987, in Goa Telecommunications & Systems Limited, manufacturing transmission equipment in collaboration with Indian Telephone Industries Bangalore. He then worked in Bharati Teletech Limited (manufacturing arm of Bharati Airtel Ltd,) since 1995, and was a part of First Transmission project of Airtel Ltd, in Installation & commissioning of STM1 network in Delhi. In 2002, he was promoted as a Plant Head before joining Finolex in 2009. He has extensive experience in Production, Projects & R & D departments. He has completed more than 14 years in Finolex Cables Limited, and is presently serving as Plant Head in the grade of Assistant Vice President (Operations), in charge of all the Company’s Units at Verna, Goa.

Mr. Sriraman Raghuraman

Non-Executive Independent Director

Mr. Sriraman Raghuraman (DIN: 00228061) holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and Law, is a fellow member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, Fellow Member of the Institute of Cost & Works Accountants of India, Post Graduate Diploma in Management from All India Institute of Management. He has extensive professional experience of around 37 years and significant executive leadership accomplishments in corporate sector. Currently he is a Director in various companies and is also acting as a Consultant for group company matters at Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited

Mr. Zubin Framroze Billimoria

Non-Executive Independent Director

Mr Zubin F Billimoria (DIN: 07144644) holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. He was a partner with M/s Deloitte Haskins & Sells, Chartered Accountants. He is now the Proprietor of ZFB & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Mumbai. He is an office bearer of the Bombay Chartered Accountants Soceity. Mr. Billimoria has wide experience and exposure in Accounts, CSR and ESG Reporting and Finance and holds requisite registration certificate with Independent Directors Databank of Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Manesar.

Mrs. Vanessa Singh

Non-Executive Independent Director

Ms. Vanessa Singh, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and Diploma in Human Rights and Law. She is a trained and accredited Mediator. She has an extensive work experience of over a decade in various civil and criminal litigation and arbitration matters in Delhi and Mumbai. Presently, she is associated to the law chambers of Adv. Mrunalini Deshmukh, and is practicing before various Courts / fora in Mumbai.

Mr. Pravin Ahire

Additional Director (Executive Director)

Mr. Pravin Ahire- Sr. Vice President Works, aged 49, has been working in the Company since last 15 years and has rich experience in more than 25 years in production planning and control, Process engineering, Cable designing, product development, maintenance and projects in optical fibre cables, data cables (LAN Cables), jelly filled copper telecommunication cables, low and medium voltage power cables, and Domestic Cables (house wire). Mr. Ahire has successfully led teams of over 800 employees and managed five communications units, demonstrating a proven track record of high performance in demanding environments. His expertise lies in effective planning and rapid analysis, allowing him to navigate multidisciplinary processes and develop practical solutions. He is well-versed in lean manufacturing practices, including 5S and OEE. Before Finolex he worked with Sterlite, Silvassa (UT of D&NH) as Unit Operations Head 2000- 2007 and Gujarat Telephone Cables Pvt. Ltd., as senior Process Engineer. Highly adaptable and eager to learn, Mr. Ahire is committed to excellence and proficient in creating and implementing functional strategies that align with organizational goals. He consistently maintains high productivity within budgetary and time constraints. His leadership style encompasses effective decision-making and motivation, complemented by experience in education and facilitating productive change. As an innovative and resourceful leader, he excels in guiding diverse teams toward achieving time-sensitive objectives. He is skilled at navigating cross-cultural environments and effectively managing conflicts to enhance client satisfaction. Additionally, he possesses a keen ability to identify and convert opportunities into actionable plans while multitasking, all while being a creative thinker who adapts to dynamic environments and develops effective budgetary strategies. He successfully led the relocation, installation, and commissioning of a data cables plant from Feltham, UK, to India within a tight timeframe of 30 days, facilitating immediate commencement of commercial production. Developed critical optical fiber and data cable products, achieving approvals from key clients, including Reliance Infocom, Tyco, Molex, TVS Net, Dax Networks, and ADC Krone. Accomplished an 8-10% cost reduction on existing products through effective design and process control, along with a 3-5% reduction by optimizing vendor development for raw materials. Employed advanced planning techniques to enhance production efficiency, lowering scrap rates from 7% to just 2% through strategic machine loading and manpower selection. Designed innovative, cost-effective cable solutions that surpassed existing market offerings. Recognized with multiple star performance awards for exceptional contributions to the organization. Played a pivotal role in securing UL approvals for Cat5e and Cat6 UTP cables during my tenure at Sterlite. Implemented 5S, OEE, and PDOFS methodologies at General Cable’s Sonepat plant, significantly boosting operational efficiency. Additionally, modified older machinery to develop an efficient heating system for curing medium voltage cores, leading to substantial fuel savings.Successfully implemented 5S, OEE, and PDOFS at General Cable’s Sonepat plant, enhancing operational efficiency. Modified older machines at General Cable, developing an efficient heating system for curing medium voltage cores, resulting in significant fuel savings.

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