Board of Directors
Our executive team is comprised of some of the most respected people in the industry. They are graciously professional, have established global business connections and networks, and know how to build momentum and sustain growth.
Mr. Anil Kumar Jain - Executive Chairman
Mr. Anil Kumar Jain, the Promoter of the Company and presently the Executive Chairman of Indo Count Industries Limited, holds a B. Com (Hons.) degree from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, and has more than 45 years of leadership experience in Business & Corporate Strategy in the Textile Industry. He started his career in 1975 and has held various key positions in the family business. In the year 1988, he incorporated Indo Count Industries Ltd. and was instrumental in turning around BIFR / Sick Units by introducing innovative technology and by foraying into export markets. Over the course of his illustrious career, he has won several awards and accolades from Government Authorities, Trade bodies and Industrial associations at national and international levels. He is also the recipient of the prestigious “Best CEO - Textile and Apparel” award from Business Today in the year 2016.
Mr. Mohit Jain - Executive Vice Chairman
Mr. Mohit Jain, Executive Vice Chairman of Indo Count Industries Limited, graduated from Babson College, USA, specializing in the fields of Economics, Finance and Entrepreneurial Studies. He has over 20 years of rich experience Global Marketing and Entrepreneurship. He is actively involved in the Home Textiles business strategy, and plays a key role in developing new markets/customers. He has been instrumental in Indo Count becoming the largest home textile player at the global level. He is the recipient of various awards, prominent among them being the “40 under 40, India’s Hottest Young Business Leaders” from the Economic Times in the year 2017
Mr. Kailash R. Lalpuria - Executive Director & CEO
Mr. Kailash R. Lalpuria, Executive Director & CEO of Indo Count Industries Limited, is a well renowned personality in the textile industry. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a Science Graduate from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, and has over 40 years of experience in the textile domain, His expertise includes Strategic Growth, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, Sales & Marketing and Customer Relationship Management. He has previously worked with renowned textile groups like Welspun and Bombay Dyeing.
Mr. Kamal Mitra - Director (Works)
Mr. Kamal Mitra, Whole-time Director, designated as Director (Works) in Indo Count Industries Limited, is responsible for the Spinning division of the Company. He has rich and varied experience of over four decades in the textile industry. As a Whole-time Director of the Company, he is fully involved in the operations of the Spinning division at the factory level. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering and has been associated with Indo Count Industries Limited since October, 2007.
Non-Executive Independent Directors
Mr. Siddharth Mehta - Lead Independent Director
Mr. Siddharth Mehta, Independent Director of Indo Count Industries Limited, holds an L.L.M. degree from Columbia University School of Law, New York. He has also completed a general course on Intellectual Property through the World Intellectual Property Organization, Geneva. He has worked extensively at international law firms in New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, London & Singapore. Mr. Mehta has provided corporate counselling & legal assistance to Fortune 500 companies, industry organizations, NGOs & Governmental organizations on a variety of matters, including advising on the structuring of country-specific entry strategies and investment opportunities, strategic initiatives, fund raising, and strategies for dispute resolution. Mr. Mehta has been associated with Indo Count Industries Limited since August, 2018 and he is also appointed as a Lead Independent Director.
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Panda - Independent Director
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Panda, Independent Director of Indo Count Industries Limited, had a brilliant academic career; winning the Gold medal as the Best Graduate during his Post-Graduation, and a Silver medal in Public Administration. Besides this, he also holds a Diploma in Forestry and a Ph.D in Economics. He is also the winner of the International Louis Pasteur Award for outstanding contribution to the silk industry. His areas of specialization include Administration, Management, Finance Law, Corporate Governance and Research. Mr. Panda has been associated with Indo Count Industries Limited since August, 2018.
Mr. L. Viswanathan - Independent Director
Mr. L. Viswanathan, Independent Director of Indo Count Industries Limited, has a Bachelor’s degree in Science from St. Xavier’s College, Calcutta University. He is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Cost Accountant of India (ICAI) with a certificate of merit in the final exam, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the USA and a Member of the All India Management Association, with an overall experience of 40+ years in Finance, Business Development, Operations, HR and systems in the Capital Market Financial Services, IT, Media and Pharmaceutical industries. He has held senior positions in renowned business houses in India. Mr. Viswanathan has been associated with Indo Count Industries Limited since May, 2023.
Mr. Akash Kagliwal - Independent Director
Mr. Akash Kagliwal, Independent Director of Indo Count Industries Limited, is a BA (Hons) graduate in International Business from Regent Business School, London. He is currently Managing Director of Nath Industries Limited, having joined the Nath Group business 18 years ago. He is a strong business development professional and skilled in Strategic Negotiations, Risk Management, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), Business Model Innovation and Manufacturing. Mr. Kagliwal has been associated with Indo Count Industries Limited since May, 2023.
Mrs. Ambika Sharma - Independent Director
Mrs. Ambika Sharma, Independent Director of Indo Count Industries Limited, holds a master’s degree in business economics from India’s prestigious Delhi University. A business economist by education, she has dedicated her professional career towards building extensive international economic networks for business & industry, driving economic growth, job creation, innovation, inclusion and entrepreneurship. With over 37 years of diverse experience, Mrs. Ambika was the first lady Director General - International at the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). She went on to lead the U.S. Chamber’s U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) as Managing Director, India. Mrs. Ambika has committed herself to supporting organizations in their quest for sustainable growth and inclusive economic development. She is also actively involved in mentoring future leaders and building a pragmatic knowledge base on international relations.