Some corporate leaders build companies, others build confidence during uncertainty, bring clarity when businesses face difficult decisions, and create environments where people, and TradeFlock’s latest edition, “Best Corporate Leaders in India 2026”, celebrate these corporate leaders by highlighting their journeys.
During the development of this edition, we spoke with entrepreneurs, CEOs, managing directors, and industry veterans across sectors. While talking to them, one takeaway that we got is that: “today’s most effective leaders are those who drive performance without alienating people, and pursue ambitious innovation without sacrificing stability or long-term vision.”
In this edition, you will find corporate leaders’ interviews, opinions, and insights that they have gained over the past years. Moreover, you will find perspectives from leaders who are not only growing companies but also influencing the future direction of India’s corporate ecosystem.
Blending global technology leadership with art, mindfulness, and human-centric innovation, Jyotsna Kumar continues to drive transformative impact across AI-led operations and customer experience. With nearly two decades at Google, her work reflects a unique intersection of strategic leadership, creativity, and purpose-driven innovation. Apart from her career, she is the author of Alpha Woman: The Sutras to Power and Peace and the founder of the art foundation Anantyam Qalaa Art.
Chief Growth Officer - Global TMT industries and Brazil
HCLTech
Anil specialises in business transformation, market expansion, and strategic growth across telecom, media, and technology sectors. With decades of global leadership experience spanning North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, his relationship-driven approach continues to help build high-performance teams, industry partnerships, and next-generation growth strategies through innovation-led execution.
Managing Director
Sundram Fasteners
With over three decades of experience in the automotive and manufacturing sectors, Arathi Krishna continues to drive innovation, global expansion, and future-ready manufacturing practices. Her leadership has played a key role in strengthening the company’s presence across EVs, aerospace, and defence while championing inclusivity and sustainable industrial growth.
Chairman & Managing Director
Laxmi Imperial Pvt. Ltd.
Chetan Kumar Mehta has built a strong legacy in the jewellery and luxury retail industry through a deep focus on craftsmanship, heritage, and innovation. Since founding Laxmi Diamonds Bengaluru in 2007, his vision has continued to shape timeless diamond jewellery inspired by India’s culture, artistry, and traditions.
Managing Director & CEO
Vishal Mega Mart
Bringing decades of experience across retail, FMCG, consumer goods, and business strategy, Gunender Kapur has built expertise in operational leadership, market expansion, and business transformation. His leadership journey across organisations including Vishal Mega Mart, Reliance Retail, and Unilever continues to drive scalable and consumer-focused growth.
Chairman & Managing Director
PEMS Engineering Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
With 30+ years of experience in the construction and infrastructure sector, Padmakumar M has developed expertise in feasibility studies, construction management, transportation, and water resource management. His strategic approach towards project execution and business development continues to support sustainable infrastructure growth and operational excellence.
Managing Director
Elegant Surveyors Pvt. Ltd.
Subhashis Chakraborty brings extensive experience across surveying, inspection, and business operations, with a strong focus on leadership and market development. His professional journey spanning Elegant Surveyors Pvt. Ltd. and Geochem Laboratory Pvt. Ltd. continues to strengthen operational efficiency and client-focused business growth.
Managing Director
Royal Sundaram General Insurance Co. Ltd.
Strategic planning, insurance operations, and customer-centric business growth remain central to Vedanarayanan Seshadri’s leadership journey across banking and insurance sectors. Having held leadership roles at organisations including Royal Sundaram General Insurance, Mahindra Insurance Brokers, Cholamandalam MS General Insurance, and ICICI Bank, he continues to focus on operational transformation and strategic expansion.
Founder & Managing Director
Quality Sapiens Pvt. Ltd.
Specialising in food safety, quality systems, supply chain management, and food processing, Dr Vinay Kumar Putta continues to support innovation and sustainable practices across the food industry. With over two decades of experience and a strong academic foundation in industrial microbiology, his work focuses on strengthening quality-driven food ecosystems. He is the founder of NKSH RetailTech LLC FZ and was associated with companies such as Town Kitchens India, PUTTA FOODS, Shawarmer, and more.
CEO
Ashapura Green Power Pvt. Ltd.
Vipul Jambucha specialises in renewable energy project development, execution, and infrastructure management, with a strong focus on building safe, efficient, and scalable clean energy solutions. His extensive experience across global renewable projects continues to support sustainable growth, operational excellence, and innovation within the renewable energy ecosystem. He is also the founder of Green Tech Trends and was associated with companies such as Sitac Management and Development Pvt. Ltd. and EDF Renewables India Private Limited.
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