Mr. Bansal assumed his distinguished role on the Board of our esteemed Company upon its inception on September 24, 2009. His academic journey led him through the hallowed halls of the University of Mumbai, where he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees..
Mr. Abhishek Pradeepkumar Bansal
Managing Director
Mr. Bansal assumed his distinguished role on the Board of our esteemed Company upon its inception on September 24, 2009. His academic journey led him through the hallowed halls of the University of Mumbai, where he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Commerce in 2007 and 2009, respectively.
The visionary founder of the Abans Group, Mr. Bansal’s indomitable spirit has forged an unparalleled legacy. Under his visionary stewardship, the Abans Group has transcended its origins as a trading house, blossoming into an icon of diversified excellence. A maestro orchestrating a symphony of achievements, he has sculpted the Group into an epitome of diversified brilliance. Currently, he occupies the pinnacle of responsibility, masterminding the holistic management and intricate affairs of our Company and the entire Abans Group. His visionary acumen guides the curation of investment strategies, the creation of expansive networks for pioneering business ventures, and the holistic development of our Company.
Mr. Chintan Mehta
Whole-time Director
Mr. Mehta is a qualified chartered accountant with over 17 years of experience in asset management and a deep understanding of commodities, and hence appointed as Chief Executive Officer of our Company. He played a pivotal role in establishing our asset management..
Mr. Chintan Mehta
Whole-time Director
Mr. Mehta is a qualified chartered accountant with over 17 years of experience in asset management and a deep understanding of commodities, and hence appointed as Chief Executive Officer of our Company. He played a pivotal role in establishing our asset management business, creating our Company’s trading desk, and expanding bullion operations worldwide. His visionary leadership has firmly positioned Abans Group, reflecting his ability to drive growth through strategic insights and business development.
Apart from his accomplishments in commodities, he also leverages his treasury expertise to oversee our Company’s assets and treasury management, showcasing his financial acumen and knack for optimizing resources.
Mr. Nirbhay Fancy Vassa
Whole-time Director
Mr. Vassa joined our Company’s Board on August 2, 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a strong educational foundation. Part of our Group since 2019, he became a Director and assumed the role of CFO on August 3, 2021.Mr. Vassa holds a Bachelor’s..
Mr. Nirbhay Fancy Vassa
Whole-time Director
Mr. Vassa joined our Company’s Board on August 2, 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a strong educational foundation. Part of our Group since 2019, he became a Director and assumed the role of CFO on August 3, 2021.Mr. Vassa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and has been a Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants since 2016.
With over a decade of experience in finance, accounting, operations, structuring and human resources. His expertise in enhancing cash flow, retiring debt, and fortifying cash reserves, coupled with maintaining cost controls, has been pivotal to our growth. His innovative approach to financial structuring and strategic ideation has enabled us to secure necessary funds for expansion and growth, ensuring the company’s financial stability and future success. His mastery of financial precision and strategic leadership drives our financial journey to new heights. Under his stewardship, we have seen improved cash flow management, strengthened financial reserves, and optimized cost controls, all contributing to our robust growth.
Mr. Naresh Tejwani
Non-Executive Director
Mr. Tejwani has over four decades of experience out of which over 30 years has been as an entrepreneur & senior management, in areas of Capital Market Intermediation, PMS, custodial functions, Investment & financial planning.He is Qualified as a Commerce Graduate..
Mr. Naresh Tejwani
Non-Executive Director
Mr. Tejwani has over four decades of experience out of which over 30 years has been as an entrepreneur & senior management, in areas of Capital Market Intermediation, PMS, custodial functions, Investment & financial planning.He is Qualified as a Commerce Graduate and Obtained Law Degree with Specialization in Securities Law.
In 2000 he launched Stock Broking House with Membership of NSE. In 2007, pursuant Business Transfer the stock broking operations were merged with Satco Capital Markets Limited (Member of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, MCX and NCDEX), where he was Whole Time Director handling various functions till end of his tenure in September 2021. In 2012, Mr. Tejwani started PMS division in Satco Capital Markets Ltd. He was instrumental in framing process, systems as well as Investment guidelines. PMS business of Satco Capital Makets Ltd was transferred to Abans Group in 2023. Naresh continues to be part of Investment Committee of the PMS at Abans. Currently plays consultative role for Strategies with Abans group. He was part of both the Primary and the Secondary Market Advisory Committees of SEBI.
Mr. Kumud Chandra Paricha Patnaik
Independent Director
Mr. Patnaik is an ex senior Indian Revenue Service Officer practicing as an advocate and corporate advisor after superannuation. His domain expertise comprises of disputes resolution relating to domestic and international direct tax litigation, Company law,..
Mr. Kumud Chandra Paricha Patnaik
Independent Director
Mr. Patnaik is an ex senior Indian Revenue Service Officer practicing as an advocate and corporate advisor after superannuation. His domain expertise comprises of disputes resolution relating to domestic and international direct tax litigation, Company law, PMLA, IB and allied laws.
Other areas of expertise includes strategy, planning, leadership roles in senior corporate management. He has done MA in English Literature from Berhampur University (Topper’s Gold Medal), LLB from Mumbai University, IRS Income Tax Induction Programme, National Academy of Direct Taxes, Nagpur.
Mr. Hariharan Iyer
Independent Director
Mr. Hariharan Iyer is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant from India, a Management Accountant from London, and pursued the Advanced Management Program at INSEAD/France.Since 1983 he has worked in India, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Denmark and..
Mr. Hariharan Iyer
Independent Director
Mr. Hariharan Iyer is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant from India, a Management Accountant from London, and pursued the Advanced Management Program at INSEAD/France.Since 1983 he has worked in India, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Denmark and held various positions in Finance, Internal Audit, Management Accounting, and Information Technology.
He also possess experience in raising equity in capital markets and restructuring of debt fund for large infrastructure projects and providing leadership to Finance, Accounting, Corporate Governance, Investor Relations, Risk Management, and Legal teams.
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Independent Director
Mr. Nagpal was appointed on the Board of our Company w.e.f. February 14, 2023. Mr. Nagpal is an MBA and Bachelor in Law with Banking, Insurance and Securities Law.He has worked with Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for about 31 years. While his association..
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Independent Director
Mr. Nagpal was appointed on the Board of our Company w.e.f. February 14, 2023. Mr. Nagpal is an MBA and Bachelor in Law with Banking, Insurance and Securities Law.He has worked with Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for about 31 years. While his association with SEBI, he worked in all operational departments of SEBI viz. corporate finance, market regulation, mutual funds, venture capital funds, market intermediaries, investigation and foreign portfolio investors.
He was also involved in policy formulation and implementation of regulations, registration and supervision of market intermediaries, investigation of market manipulation and insider trading, takeovers, IPOs, compliance of listing requirements by the companies, and corporate governance.
Ms. Ashima Chhatwal
Independent Director
Ms. Chhatwal was appointed on the Board of our Company w.e.f. July 12, 2021. She became a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India in 2017 and a Law graduate in 2021.
Ms. Ashima Chhatwal
Independent Director
Ms. Chhatwal was appointed on the Board of our Company w.e.f. July 12, 2021. She became a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India in 2017 and a Law graduate in 2021.
She has more than 4 years of experience in the field of internal audit, legal matters, corporate commercial transactions, corporate governance practices, policy making, special projects, secretarial laws, due diligence, and other compliances. She has worked with Bharti Airtel Ltd., HCL Technologies Ltd., AZB & Partners and Navalji Cotspin Ltd.
Audit Committee
Mr. Kumud Chandra Paricha Patnaik
Chairman (Independent Director)
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Member (Independent Director)
Mr. Hariharan Iyer
Member (Independent Director)
Mr. Nirbhay Vassa
Member (Whole-time Director)
Ms. Ashima Chhatwal
Member (Independent Director)
Stakeholder Relationship Committee
Mr. Naresh Tejwani
Chairman (Non-Executive Director)
Mr. Chintan Mehta
Member (Whole-time Director)
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Member (Independent Director)
Nomination, Remuneration & Compensation Committee
Mr. Hariharan Iyer
Chairman (Independent Director)
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Member (Independent Director)
Mr. Naresh Tejwani
Member (Non-Executive Director)
Risk Management Committee
Mr. Abhishek Bansal
Chairman (Managing Director)
Mr. Nirbhay Vassa
Member (Whole-time Director)
Mr. Parmod Kumar Nagpal
Member (Independent Director)
Mr. Chintan Mehta
Member (Whole-time Director)
Mr. Abhishek Pradeepkumar Bansal
Managing Director
Mr. Bansal assumed his distinguished role on the Board of our esteemed Company upon its inception on September 24, 2009. His academic journey led him through the hallowed halls of the University of Mumbai, where he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees..
Mr. Abhishek Pradeepkumar Bansal
Managing Director
Mr. Bansal assumed his distinguished role on the Board of our esteemed Company upon its inception on September 24, 2009. His academic journey led him through the hallowed halls of the University of Mumbai, where he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Commerce in 2007 and 2009, respectively. The visionary founder of the Abans Group, Mr. Bansal’s indomitable spirit has forged an unparalleled legacy.
Under his visionary stewardship, the Abans Group has transcended its origins as a trading house, blossoming into an icon of diversified excellence. A maestro orchestrating a symphony of achievements, he has sculpted the Group into an epitome of diversified brilliance. Currently, he occupies the pinnacle of responsibility, masterminding the holistic management and intricate affairs of our Company and the entire Abans Group. His visionary acumen guides the curation of investment strategies, the creation of expansive networks for pioneering business ventures, and the holistic development of our Company.
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Mr. Chintan Mehta
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Mehta is a qualified chartered accountant with over 17 years of experience in asset management and a deep understanding of commodities, and hence appointed as Chief Executive Officer of our Company.
Mr. Chintan Mehta
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Mehta is a qualified chartered accountant with over 17 years of experience in asset management and a deep understanding of commodities, and hence appointed as Chief Executive Officer of our Company.
He played a pivotal role in establishing our asset management business, creating our Company’s trading desk, and expanding bullion operations worldwide. His visionary leadership has firmly positioned Abans Group, reflecting his ability to drive growth through strategic insights and business development. Apart from his accomplishments in commodities, he also leverages his treasury expertise to oversee our Company’s assets and treasury management, showcasing his financial acumen and knack for optimizing resources.
Mr. Nirbhay Fancy Vassa
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Vassa joined our Company’s Board on August 2, 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a strong educational foundation. Part of our Group since 2019, he became a Director and assumed the role of CFO on August 3, 2021.
Mr. Nirbhay Fancy Vassa
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Vassa joined our Company’s Board on August 2, 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a strong educational foundation. Part of our Group since 2019, he became a Director and assumed the role of CFO on August 3, 2021.
Mr. Vassa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and has been a Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants since 2016.With over a decade of experience in finance, accounting, operations, structuring and human resources. His expertise in enhancing cash flow, retiring debt, and fortifying cash reserves, coupled with maintaining cost controls, has been pivotal to our growth. His innovative approach to financial structuring and strategic ideation has enabled us to secure necessary funds for expansion and growth, ensuring the company’s financial stability and future success. His mastery of financial precision and strategic leadership drives our financial journey to new heights. Under his stewardship, we have seen improved cash flow management, strengthened financial reserves, and optimized cost controls, all contributing to our robust growth.
Ms. Sheela Gupta
Company Secretary
Ms. Gupta is an associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and Law and Commerce Graduate from Mumbai University. She is a part of the Abans Group since 2017 and subsequently appointed as a Designated Company Secretary and Compliance..
Ms. Sheela Gupta
Company Secretary
Ms. Gupta is an associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and Law and Commerce Graduate from Mumbai University. She is a part of the Abans Group since 2017 and subsequently appointed as a Designated Company Secretary and Compliance Offer of the Company from 2021 and she possess over 7 years’ experience in BFSI.
Ms. Gupta, play a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance, governance excellence, and seamless corporate operations. She also oversee all aspects of corporate governance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices. By maintaining effective communication with the board of directors and executive management and facilitate informed decision-making processes. She is involved in various Policy formulations as required under applicable laws and was also responsible for implementation of the same. She is responsible to handle entire secretarial duties and compliances.
Mr. Bhavik Thakkar
Head – Investment Management
Mr. Thakkar is the head of our Wealth Management and Distribution Division, he plays a pivotal role in driving the growth of our Assets Under Management (AUM). He is a gold medallist MBA from North Gujarat University with over 18 years of experience in the financial..
Mr. Bhavik Thakkar
Head – Investment Management
Mr. Thakkar is the head of our Wealth Management and Distribution Division, he plays a pivotal role in driving the growth of our Assets Under Management (AUM). He is a gold medallist MBA from North Gujarat University with over 18 years of experience in the financial services sector, he has cultivated expertise in retail banking and wealth management.
His comprehensive skill set encom-passes client relations, investment advisory, and product management. Notably, his contributions have made a significant impact on esteemed organizations such as Kotak Mahindra Bank, Aditya Birla Wealth, and Standard Chartered Bank.
Mr. Mayank Mundhra
Head – Risk Management
Mr. Mundhra has a Postgraduation degree in MMS-Finance & Graduation degree in Engineering-EXTC from the university of Mumbai. He also holds a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification, from GARP. With over 14 years of experience at industry leading firms, Mayank..
Mr. Mayank Mundhra
Head – Risk Management
Mr. Mundhra has a Postgraduation degree in MMS-Finance & Graduation degree in Engineering-EXTC from the university of Mumbai. He also holds a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification, from GARP. With over 14 years of experience at industry leading firms, Mayank is a seasoned professional in the risk management domain.
He firmly believes that effective risk management is not just a necessity but a fundamental enabler of business success, combining his technical and financial acumen to tackle risk challenges head-on. Mayank’s holistic approach to risk management, coupled with his commitment to leveraging risk as an opportunity, makes him a valuable asset to our organization which is seeking resilience and growth.
Mr. Mahesh Kumar Cheruveedu
Head - Operations and Compliance
Mr. Cheruveedu is the CEO of our NBFC business - Abans Finance Private Limited. He has been associated with our Group since August 2019. He is a Bachelor of Commerce from Bharathiar University in the year 1993, Master of Financial Management from Pondicherry University..
Mr. Mahesh Kumar Cheruveedu
Head - Operations and Compliance
Mr. Cheruveedu is the CEO of our NBFC business - Abans Finance Private Limited. He has been associated with our Group since August 2019. He is a Bachelor of Commerce from Bharathiar University in the year 1993, Master of Financial Management from Pondicherry University in the year 1999, Master of Business Administration from The ICFAI University, Dehradun in the year 2012 and Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analysis from The ICFAI University, Tripura, in the year 2019.
He has more than 2 decades of rich experience in Banking, Capital and Commodity Markets, including PCM, Credit, Syndication, Marketing, Relationship Management and Operations. In past he has been associated with Kirtilal Kalidas & Company, Global Trust Bank Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., and IndusInd Bank Ltd. He is currently responsible for handling capital and commodity market.
Mr. Sumeet Nigli
Head - Human Resources
Mr. Nigli holds a Masters degree in Business Administration from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai and has shaped his domain expertise and mentoring skills to drive strategic HR initiatives.
Mr. Sumeet Nigli
Head - Human Resources
Mr. Nigli holds a Masters degree in Business Administration from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai and has shaped his domain expertise and mentoring skills to drive strategic HR initiatives.
He brings in an extensive experience of over 22 years in Human Resources across multiple industry sectors in ITES, Pharmaceuticals and NBFC space. His core competencies involve Strategic Planning & Implementation, Design & Execution of strong Organisation structure, Talent acquisition & Management, Career Architecture, Role Descriptions, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Policy Formulation & Implementation and Stakeholder Management. He has been previously associated with organisations like Datamatics Ltd., Manappuram Finance, Wockhardt Ltd. He was also associated in building the HR Function in the startup space.
Mr. Saurav Garg
Head - Operations
Global Head of Operations of the Abans Group, Saurav holds B.Tech (NIT Allahabad) & MBA (Kingston University London) degree and is having 12+ years of experience in operations management. Skilled in strategic planning, process optimization, IT, risk management..
Mr. Saurav Garg
Head - Operations
Global Head of Operations of the Abans Group, Saurav holds B.Tech (NIT Allahabad) & MBA (Kingston University London) degree and is having 12+ years of experience in operations management. Skilled in strategic planning, process optimization, IT, risk management and regulatory compliance.
Global Head of Operations of the Abans Group, Saurav holds B.Tech (NIT Allahabad) & MBA (Kingston University London) degree and is having 12+ years of experience in operations management. Skilled in strategic planning, process optimization, IT, risk management and regulatory compliance. Pivotal in setting up Brokerage and Payment Service businesses in London, he has been successful in expanding and maintaining the Abans Group’s presence in over 5 countries by leading global teams and building strong stakeholder relationships.