The Chairman handles the growth of the Group entities and new investments of Group Meeran managed by the Group Meeran family office. Navas Meeran continues to serve on the Board of Eastern Condiments Private Limited as its CEO.

Navas Meeran is passionate about the Group’s entrepreneurship and investment philosophy and is its chief custodian. He has personally been involved in the Groups investments into early-stage start-ups that have the potential to bring about positive social and environmental change together with sustainable financial returns. Under his guidance, the Group provides its portfolio companies and first-generation entrepreneurs with strategic counsel and guidance to ensure long-term profitability, innovation and success.

Navas Meeran has served in several executive roles including Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) Southern Region, Director – Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation, Co-Chair – Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council, CII National Council and Member – Economic Growth and Investment Council, CII Southern Region.