Gujarat, August 2024 – The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Gujarat State MSME & Vendor Development Panel is thrilled to announce the fourth episode of its Fireside Chat Series, titled “Igniting the Flame of Gujarati Family Businesses.” This enlightening session is scheduled for Friday, August 09, 2024, from 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM, and will be conducted on a virtual platform.

 The Fireside Chat will feature a distinguished guest, Mr. Piruz Khambatta, Ph.D., Chairman of the Rasna Group. Mr. Khambatta brings a wealth of experience in Agri and FMCG business and he is also involved in societal activities, as the Hon. Consul General for South Korea, Chairman of the CII National Committee on Affirmative Action & Special Abilities. He was past President of All India Food Processors ‘Association (AIFPA), Past Chairman CII Western Region, Chairman CII National Committee on Food Processing, Founder Trustee of the Areez Khambatta Benevolent Trust and Rasna Foundation, and Ambassador for the Make in India initiative and Champion of Change (NITI Aayog). He will share insights drawn from his extensive leadership roles and experience in the business world.

 The session will be moderated by Mr. Bhavik Khera, Convenor of the CII MSME & Vendor Development Panel and Managing Director of SEE Linkages Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Khera will facilitate an engaging discussion with Mr. Khambatta, focusing on the experiences and strategies behind the success of prominent Gujarati family businesses.

 This Fireside Chat Series aims to showcase the invaluable wisdom of successful Gujarati business families and to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and participate in a Q&A session.