Gaurav Agarwala is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with over two decades of experience spanning manufacturing, hospitality, renewable energy, and international trade. A graduate of Boston University’s School of Management with a concentration in Finance and International Management, he has successfully founded and led multiple ventures, including Animark Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., Neora Hydro Ltd., Shracom Pvt. Ltd., and Gama Hospitality Ltd. His businesses reflect a strong focus on innovation, sustainable growth, and strategic partnerships. Gaurav is also an active member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Kolkata where he has held several leadership positions.
Member By Category: Keventer Adventz
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Mayank Jalan
Mayank Jalan is the Chairman and Managing Director of Keventer, a leading conglomerate with interests in FMCG and real estate. Renowned for his strategic acumen, he has been instrumental in transforming the company, driving consistent growth, operational excellence, and profitability.
A progressive leader with a forward-looking vision, Mayank brings more than just business expertise to the table. Deeply passionate about music and culture, he actively contributes to Kolkata’s creative landscape through his involvement with Eternal Sounds – an initiative that seamlessly blends his business insights with artistic expression.
Rooted in his city and values, Mayank Jalan exemplifies a rare fusion of entrepreneurial leadership and cultural engagement.
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Parvana Mayank Jalan
Parvana Mayank Jalan is a Non-Executive Director on the Board of our Company.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in arts from the University of Maine at Machias. She has completed foundation and advanced level courses in image consultancy from the Association of Image Consultants International, Singapore. She also completed advanced level course in image consultancy from the London Image Institute.
She has been a director on our Board for over eight years and has experience in the fields of human resource management, international trade and project management. She has previously worked with Optimum Image Institute.
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Mr. Saroj Kumar Poddar
Mr. Saroj Kumar Poddar is a distinguished industrialist of international repute and the Chairman of the Adventz Group – a diversified Indian conglomerate with global aspirations. Under his visionary leadership, Adventz continues to shape India’s economic landscape, driving growth through transformative initiatives across multiple sectors.
A respected statesman in the business community, Mr. Poddar has played influential roles across prestigious national and global institutions. His leadership journey includes serving as:
- Former President, FICCI
- Former Member, Board of Governance – IIT Kharagpur
- Former Member, Advisory Board, N M Rothschild & Sons Limited
- Former Member, Local Board, Reserve Bank of India
Renowned for his strategic foresight and commitment to nation-building, Mr. Poddar exemplifies excellence, integrity, and long-term value creation, cementing his legacy as one of India’s most respected business leaders.
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Mr. Akshay Poddar
Mr. Akshay Poddar is a distinguished business leader and a scion of the renowned Poddar family of Kolkata, promoters of the Adventz Group. Deeply rooted in the legacy of one of India’s most respected industrial families, he plays a pivotal role in advancing the group’s vision of growth, innovation, and nation-building.
As a key member of the Group’s leadership, Mr. Poddar also serves as Director across multiple Adventz Group companies, contributing strategic direction across diverse industries. He is additionally a member of the Governing Body of BITS Pilani, where he helps guide one of India’s premier educational and research institutions.
The Adventz Group has a rich and dynamic heritage, with successful businesses across sectors including fertilizers, agri-inputs, heavy engineering, process engineering, sugar, consumer products, real estate, furniture, and investments. Through his forward-looking approach and strong commitment to excellence, Mr. Akshay Poddar continues to champion sustainable growth and value creation within the Group’s expansive ecosystem.