Rakesh Prasad - Chief Consultant

MIE FIV CAIIB - MSME Certified Credit Counselor and Six Sigma Black Belt

Mechanical Engineer with more than 25 years of MSME business experience as Entrepreneur, Technocrat and Banker - having hands on business management experience and financial management of more than 50 MSME business enterprises in Manufacturing and service sector. Expertise in building enterprise from scratch as consultant to promoters of MSME’s for their Management, Financial, Production and Operations systems design and implementation.

Experienced banker with expertise in credit to MSME, having arranged funding in debt and Equity mode to more than 100 entities in Kerala since 2016. A Six Sigma Black Belt, capable of hand holding manufacturing enterprises handle their manufacturing and production with optimisation techniques of Lean Six Sigma.

Life member of Institution of Engineers, Fellow of Institution of Valuers, Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Banking and Finance, and Certified MSME credit counselor

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Mr. CA. RAJAN BHATIA, FCA

INDIA’S PREMIER IPO ADVISOR

CA. Rajan Bhatia is a renowned Chartered Accountant and India’s leading IPO advisor and has advised and mentored thousands of companies in IPO Journey. He has been instrumental in successfully executing IPO and public listing of several companies on India’s premier stock exchanges. CA. Rajan Bhatia is a qualified Chartered Accountant and an alumnus of India’s most prestigious Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University and possess a wealth of over 25+ years of experience in managing CFO roles of several companies.

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Biju R Menon, DEE, AMIE, MBA

Engineering Visionary | Project Management Maestro | Certified Grandmaster Trainer

With a legacy of over 25 years in project management and Implementation, Biju R Menon stands at the forefront of industry innovation. His illustrious career is highlighted by his leadership on transformative projects like the Reliance refineries. His expertise in automation and adaption of latest technologies in his projects has set new benchmarks.

Biju’s strategic insight and executional excellence have made him a sought-after expert in international sales and project implementation. His tenure as the head of major business associations in Kerala underscores his influence, during which he orchestrated major national events, showcasing his exceptional organizational and leadership skills.

Being an Operations Management expert Biju seamlessly integrates technical precision with managerial acumen. As a Certified Grandmaster Trainer in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), he empowers business leaders to transcend psychological barriers, driving dynamic restructuring and growth.

At our consulting firm, Biju R Menon brings a unique blend of technical mastery and strategic foresight, inspiring innovation and excellence in every project he undertakes.

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Rajeshkumar Menon

Consultant, Debt Advisory

Rajeshkumar Menon is a seasoned finance professional and a key member of the Weizmann Global Management Consultants Pvt Ltd team, specializing in debt advisory services. With a Bachelor of Commerce DRA certfied by the Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF) from Mahatma Gandhi University, Rajesh brings a solid foundation in commerce combined with over three decades of diverse experience in sales, management, and finance across various sectors.

Career Journey:

1987-1995: Rajesh began his career overseeing operations at the Kanan Devan Tea retail and wholesale outlets in Tripunithura, Kochi, honing his skills in customer service and retail management.

1996-1998: As a Sales Executive at Parry Agro Industries Ltd, he excelled in developing marketing strategies and expanding the company’s market presence in Kochi and Chennai.

1998-2000: Moving to Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd in Ahmedabad, he continued to demonstrate his prowess in sales, significantly boosting product reach and achieving target sales figures.

2000-2004: As an Institutional Manager with Parry Nutraceuticals Ltd in Chennai, Rajesh managed major accounts and institutional sales, reinforcing his expertise in strategic sales planning and execution.

2004-2006: He escalated his career to the role of Regional Manager at Gland Pharma Ltd in Hyderabad, where he was instrumental in establishing strong regional sales networks and enhancing regional revenue.

2006-2009: Rajesh took on the role of State Head for Kerala and Rest of Tamil Nadu at HDFC Bank Ltd, focusing on healthcare finance. Here, he developed and managed financial solutions tailored to the healthcare industry, demonstrating his capability in sector-specific financial consulting.

2009-2017: As Manager of the Trade and Advances Group at Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd, he oversaw significant portfolios, emphasizing trade finance and corporate advances.

Current Role:

Since 2017, Rajesh has been a pivotal part of Weizmann Global Management Consultants Pvt Ltd, bringing his vast experience to the field of debt advisory. His expertise lies in navigating complex financial landscapes to aid MSMEs in securing funding, enhancing cash flows, and optimizing financial operations to support growth and sustainability.

Rajeshkumar Menon’s comprehensive background and dedicated approach make him a trusted advisor for our clients, helping them to achieve financial stability and growth through strategic debt management.

Chandrashekar Kupperi

Shekar is Founder of ANOVA Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.

Shekar has almost two decades of experience in various multinationals with diversified sector experience - FMCG, Life Insurance, Audit & Assurance and Oil & Gas sectors. His last stint was as Group Finance Director with Lornamead Group, a UK-based multinational in the FMCG space which owns well-known personal care brands (such as Yardley of London, Finesse, etc.). His prior stints include various finance and audit positions with MNCs such as ExxonMobil and KPMG in India.

Shekar has rich experience in the FMCG - M&A space, having lead / been part of over 11 Acquisitions and 4 Divestments, besides re-structuring and re-financing transactions in North America, Europe and India.

Being Sector-Agnostic, ANOVA has completed assignments across various sectors including: Manufacturing, FMCG, Luxury Brands, Healthcare, Hospitality and Technology-led / Tech-Enabled businesses

Shekar is also an active Angel Investor (investments made in 20+ Start-ups across segments including EdTech, HealthTech, FMCG, ConsumerTech, F&B Services, Business Intelligence, Media, LogiTech, FinTech, Gaming, etc.) and serves as non-executive director in mid-size companies, both in India and abroad.

Besides this, he has also made investments in early stage VC Funds including 1Crowd and IvyCap, apart from investing through institutional angel investment platforms including The Chennai Angels (TCA), LetsVenture, Venture Catalysts, Globevestor, Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), etc.

Shekar is the recipient of many awards & recognitions namely 'First Award under SME Services category' at 13th National Awards for Excellence in Cost Management, 2015, 'The Secret Weapon' Award by Barclays for his outstanding contribution during the Divestment of Lornamead Group to Li Fung (2012) and Rashtriya Udyog Ratna Award for 'National Economic Growth through Individual Contribution' by the National Organization for Commerce and Industry (2012)

Two decades of experience in renowned multinationals across diversified sectors – FMCG (Lornamead Group), Life Insurance (AMP), Audit & Assurance (KPMG) and Oil & Gas (ExxonMobil) sectors. An active Angel Investor and serving as non-executive director in mid-size companies, both in India and abroad. Rich experience in the FMCG - M&A space, having lead / been part of over 11 Acquisitions and 4 Divestments, including 100% divestment of UK headquartered Lornamead Group to Hong Kong-based consumer goods group Li & Fung. Handled many acquisitions as well as divestments, besides re-structuring and re-financing transactions in North America and Europe. In India, involved with divestment of Yardley brand to Wipro Consumer Care, and Tura Brand to Godrej Consumer Care.

His deep knowledge and expertise in M&A lead him to establish his own Investment Banking and Advisory Firm – ANOVA Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd. Through ANOVA, he works with Entrepreneurs and Business Owners for their requirements on acquisition of businesses or brands, sale of businesses for strategic reasons, besides helping with fundraise.

ANOVA’s recent M&A deals include OYO Rooms’ acquisition of Novascotia Boutique Homes (now OYO SilverKey), and Megadyne Group acquiring majority stake in Helicord. ANOVA also helped close an Endorsement Agreement with Mr Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a Cricketing Legend and Padma Bhushan awardee, for a UK client.

Awarded the prestigious ‘Rashtriya Udyog Ratna’ Award (2012) by National Organization for Commerce and Industry (NOCI) for his contribution to the economic growth and creating jobs in Small and Medium sectors. Barclays Capital recognized his outstanding contribution during the divestment of Lornamead Group to Li Fung by presenting ‘The Secret Weapon’ award. Also recognized by the Economic Growth Foundation, New Delhi, for excellence in the field of Finance.

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