Board of Directors

Vishnu after completing master's in business at Purdue University, US, got into the business in 2014. Vishnu is spearheading NR Group's agri tech vertical Vyoda, a start-up with a vision to deliver affordable smart irrigation solutions. He is working towards promoting sustainable agricultural practices and affordability of the products for small and medium farmers. Vishnu also plays a major role in the finance function of the Group.

Kiran is a graduate in Business and Perfumery from University of Plymouth, UK, a one-of-its-kind course globally and accredited by IFEAT (International Federation of Essential Oils and Aroma Trades). Kiran's expertise in fragrance creation has helped him develop over 50 fragrances for different applications. He has blended his creative and leadership skills to position Ripple products as a pioneer in the home fragrances domain in India, and his next goal is to make Ripple a renowned global brand. He masterminded Ripple's foray into retail by setting up Iris Aroma boutique chain - India's first complete home fragrance chain. Under his leadership, Iris home fragrances pioneered the nascent home fragrance market in India and become the leader. He represents the company at the World Perfumery Congress WPC) at Cannes in France every three years. He is a member of FAFAI (Fragrances and Flavours Association of India), BSP (British Society of Perfumers), and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

Anirudh holds an engineering degree in the field of Computer Science from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering, Mysore and an MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California. Under the leadership of Anirudh, NESSO (Part of NR Group) has grown into being one of the finest companies in the Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Neutraceuticals market space. He plays a hands-on role in initiating bold business strategies for the development of the wing.

Suresh is an engineer and holds Management Training from IIM, Ahmedabad.He has a vast experience of 30 years in the organisation managing the operations and production units of both in India and overseas. He ensures a performance-oriented culture across units and plays a hands-on role in delivering key financial metrics, expand the present operation and improve efficiency.Suresh is very well-known personality in the Agarbathi/Incense Industry and also an imminent advisor to various non-profit organisations working on social causes.

Vishal is Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of MOPE Investment Advisors Private Limited. He founded MOPE in 2006 with MOFSL being the sponsor. At MOPE, Vishal looks to build a platform to channelize long-term capital to create valuable enterprises and successful entrepreneurs.
He plays a crucial role in building the Team and defining the strategies that have taken MOPE to its present levels and has been directly involved both in identifying businesses, as well as in supporting portfolio companies.
Vishal has spent two decades in the Indian financial sector across private equity, investment banking and structured finance. He brings on board his deep experience of raising, investing and returning third party capital across several economic cycles.
Prior to founding MOPE, Vishal was with Rabobank during its formative years in India, helping build its corporate finance and investment banking franchise. He was responsible for the origination and execution of structured finance, project finance, acquisition finance, private equity and M&A transactions. During his Rabobank tenure, he executed ~50 transactions aggregating more than INR 900 bn and helped build the life sciences practice in India into a key business driver.
Vishal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from the prestigious St. Xaviers' College, Kolkata and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (all-India #21 rank).

Vijay joined Motilal Oswal PE in 2013 and focuses on investments in consumer sector and financial services. He has over 13 years of experience in private equity and corporate finance (Asian Paints & ITC). He has worked for both Indian and International operations of Asian Paints and has extensive knowledge in strategic and financial management, treasury & fund raising, M&A, supply chain & business process improvements. Vijay holds a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce from the prestigious St. Xaviers' College, Kolkata and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (all India #25 rank). Besides, he is also a CFA charter holder and a Company Secretary (all India #1 rank). Other Board positions held by Vijay include Dairy Classic Ice-creams, Updater Services Ltd. He also represents on the Board of Kurlon Enterprise Ltd, Shubham Housing and IKF ltd. as an Observer.