Firdose Vandrevala joins Tembo Global as Non-Executive Director

19 Apr 2024 CW Team

Firdose Vandrevala comes with decades of experience and leadership Vision from a variety of industries. Beginning with his career at Tata Steel in 1972, where he rose to significant positions such as Deputy Managing Director of Tata Steel and Managing Director of Tata Power over a remarkable 33-year tenure. He has since held other notable positions, including Chairman of Motorola (India), Chairman and Managing Director of Hirco Developments Ltd, and Executive Vice Chairman of Essar Steel. His significant experience in steel, power, real estate, and telecommunications positions him as an authoritative figure in people management, corporate strategy, leadership, marketing, project management, and operations.

Vandrevala is highly devoted to giving back to society, notably via education. He serves on the boards of prestigious universities such as IIM Raipur and IIM Lucknow, where he works to build the leaders of the future. He is also the Managing Trustee of the Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School in Mumbai, demonstrating his commitment to educating future generations. Mr. Vandrevala is an active member of industry associations, having served as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) East and West, a member of the CII's National Governing Council, and President of the All India Management Association.

"Welcoming Vandrevala to our board reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation," stated Sanjay J Patel, Managing Director at Tembo Global Industries. "His unparalleled experience and strategic insights will undoubtedly propel our company towards greater heights of success." Mr. Vandrevala's appointment underscores Tembo Global Industries' commitment to fostering excellence and innovation in its leadership team as it continues to expand its global footprint.

"Joining Tembo Global Industries is an exciting opportunity to align my expertise with the company's vision of global leadership in metal product manufacturing," expressed Firdose Vandrevala. "I look forward to contributing to Tembo's mission of delivering top-notch products while upholding the values of responsible business practices and community engagement.

Tembo Global Industries, a leading manufacturer and fabricator of metal products for industrial, commercial, utility, and OEM installations, proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Firdose Vandrevala as its Non-Executive director to its list of esteemed board of directors. Listed on the National Stock Exchange, Tembo Global Industries continues its commitment to excellence and corporate governance with this significant addition to its leadership team. Firdose Vandrevala comes with decades of experience and leadership Vision from a variety of industries. Beginning with his career at Tata Steel in 1972, where he rose to significant positions such as Deputy Managing Director of Tata Steel and Managing Director of Tata Power over a remarkable 33-year tenure. He has since held other notable positions, including Chairman of Motorola (India), Chairman and Managing Director of Hirco Developments Ltd, and Executive Vice Chairman of Essar Steel. His significant experience in steel, power, real estate, and telecommunications positions him as an authoritative figure in people management, corporate strategy, leadership, marketing, project management, and operations. Vandrevala is highly devoted to giving back to society, notably via education. He serves on the boards of prestigious universities such as IIM Raipur and IIM Lucknow, where he works to build the leaders of the future. He is also the Managing Trustee of the Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School in Mumbai, demonstrating his commitment to educating future generations. Mr. Vandrevala is an active member of industry associations, having served as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) East and West, a member of the CII's National Governing Council, and President of the All India Management Association. Welcoming Vandrevala to our board reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation, stated Sanjay J Patel, Managing Director at Tembo Global Industries. His unparalleled experience and strategic insights will undoubtedly propel our company towards greater heights of success. Mr. Vandrevala's appointment underscores Tembo Global Industries' commitment to fostering excellence and innovation in its leadership team as it continues to expand its global footprint. Joining Tembo Global Industries is an exciting opportunity to align my expertise with the company's vision of global leadership in metal product manufacturing, expressed Firdose Vandrevala. I look forward to contributing to Tembo's mission of delivering top-notch products while upholding the values of responsible business practices and community engagement.

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