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Leadership

Our leadership team is a phenomenal blend of expertise, innovation, and consistent commitment to excellence. Their progressive philosophy drives our mission to redefine the chemical landscape while staying rooted in our core values. United in their vision, they have been leading the company towards a prosperous and sustainable tomorrow.

Management Team

Rajesh Kumar Srivastava Managing Director & CEO
Rajesh Srivastava
Chief of Operations & Executive Director
C.B. Bhardwaj
Geetesh Ahuja Chief Financial Officer
Geetesh Ahuja
Chief of R&D
Gelebith Modi
Kartik Iyer Chief Human Resources Officer
Kartik Iyer
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Vikas Gupta

Commercial Team

Vijay Kumar Todi Vice President - Business Development
Vijay Kumar Todi
Harshil Shah Vice President - Business Development
Harshil Shah
Kushal Brat Bhalla Vice President - Business Development
Kushal Brat Bhalla

Board of Directors

Chairman & Non-Executive Director Chairman & Non-Executive Director
Anurag Surana
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Srivastava Managing Director & CEO
Rajesh Srivastava
Mr. Rajan Gajaria Independent Director
Rajan Gajaria
Dr. Dirk Backhaus Independent Director
Dirk Backhaus
Mr. Amit Soni Non-Executive Director
Amit Soni
Mr. Siddharth T. Patel Non-Executive Director
Siddharth T. Patel
Mr. Anant Jain Non-Executive Director
Anant Jain
Chief of Operations & Executive Director
C.B. Bhardwaj
Mr. Steven Buyse​ Non-Executive Director
Steven Buyse​
Ms.Neha Sureka Non-Executive Director
Neha Sureka

Rajesh Srivastava

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Managing Director & CEO

With 36 years of extensive experience in the specialty chemicals industry, including a strong background in the CDMO sector, Rajesh has led large-scale chemical manufacturing operations with diverse teams, most recently as the MD&CEO for Jubilant Ingrevia. His commitment to growth, innovation, and customer-centered solutions has fostered valuable relationships across the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical markets. He has previously held leadership roles with Ranbaxy Fine Chemicals Ltd, Indofil Chemicals and Shalimar Paints Ltd.

C.B. Bhardwaj

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Chief of Operations & Executive Director

With 38 years of extensive experience in manufacturing, C.B. Bhardwaj has led multiple sites managing diverse products and complex multistage chemical processes and technologies. His results-oriented approach has contributed to a top-line revenue exceeding 5000 crore INR, overseeing 175 products across more than five company-owned sites and 17 external manufacturing partners. His core competencies include manufacturing operations, environmental management, safety compliance, technology transfer, quality assurance, and technical services. He maintains a strategic focus on capacity enhancement and future growth initiatives aimed at doubling top-line revenue. Additionally, he has led transformational projects in specialty and bulk chemicals, energy mix optimization, and digital transformation to drive operational excellence and innovation.

Geetesh Ahuja

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Chief Financial Officer

Geetesh brings 17 years of rich experience from organizations such as Navin Fluorine, Imerys India, Crompton Greaves, Grant Thornton, and Citi Bank, where he managed financial controlling, mergers and acquisitions, FP&A, taxation, valuations, and profitability. A Chartered Accountant with a Master’s degree in Management from the Indian School of Business, Geetesh oversees Finance & Accounts, along with IT, Secretarial, Legal, and Compliance functions at Cohizon Life Sciences, ensuring robust financial stewardship and operational compliance. 

Geetesh Ahuja

Gelebith Modi

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Chief of R&D

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Gelebith Modi, who has joined Cohizon Life Sciences as Chief of R&D, based at our R&D Centre, Rabale, Navi Mumbai.

Holding a PhD in Organic Chemistry, along with a Masters of Science in organic pharmaceutical chemistry and a Bachelors of Science in chemistry, Dr. Gelebith Modi brings an impressive 22 years of industry experience spanning organic synthesis, CDMO, process development, and project management from renowned organizations like Jubilant Ingrevia, Torrent Pharma, and Sun Pharma.

As a key leader in our organization, Dr. Gelebith Modi will spearhead our R&D efforts from conceptualization to kilo lab and will be the overall head of our R&D Centre.

His extensive knowledge and visionary approach will be instrumental in driving innovation and accelerating Cohizon’s growth strategy. Looking forward to achieving new milestones together in the future.

Kartik Iyer

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Chief Human Resources Officer

We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Kartik Iyer, who has joined Cohizon Life Sciences as Chief Human Resources Officer, based out of our Corporate Office. Kartik will be heading Human Resources, Administration, CSR and Corporate Communications for the organization.

Kartik has 18 years of experience in the field of Human Resources and has worked across industries that include- chemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, consulting and retail. In his previous stints he has handled positions of increasing responsibility and complexity. In his last role he was heading HR for Covestro (India) and driving HR strategy for 3 manufacturing sites. Before Covestro (India), he has worked with Solvay Specialties, Unimark Remedies, Piramal, Kodak, among others.

Kartik has completed his MBA in Human Resources and Finance from ITM, Mumbai and is also a certified senior professional in Human Resources International (SPHRi)- HRCI.

We are confident that Kartik’s deep knowledge and strategic approach will be pivotal in shaping our organizational culture and driving our initiatives forward.

Kartik Iyer

Vikas Gupta

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Chief Supply Chain Officer

With over 28 years of extensive experience, Vikas Gupta brings a deep understanding of the entire supply chain spectrum, including planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing, and external manufacturing. His professional experience includes roles at Jubilant Ingrevia Limited, MAX Life Sciences and Alpha Drugs.

A highly accomplished professional, Vikas holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and has earned multiple certifications, including Materials Management, Import Export Management, and Project Management Professional (PMP), General Management Program for Senior Executives from IIM Bangalore and the Global Leadership Program – Leading Businesses & People in the Digital Era from INSEAD, among others.

Vijay Kumar Todi

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Vice President - Business Development

Vijay leads business development and relationships for all customers in Japan, China and other Asian countries while overseeing Enablement and Program Management. He has over 35 years of experience in the chemical industry in India. He took charge of Business Development for the company in 2009, led revenue generation from INR 200 Cr to INR 1500 Cr. He has been instrumental in setting up the company’s presence in Japan, fostering relationships with key customers. 

Vijay Kumar Todi

Harshil Shah

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Vice President - Business Development

Harshil Shah leads business development and relationships for all customers across America and certain key customers in Europe. He has 16 years of experience in strategy (including long term growth, go-to market and marketing & sales), business development and program management across chemicals, automotive, FMCG, and financial services, with organizations such as Sajjan India Limited, McKinsey & Co., and CRISIL. Harshil has a master’s degree in finance from the University of Manchester and has completed an executive program in project management from IIM Lucknow. 

Harshil Shah

Kushal Brat Bhalla

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Vice President - Business Development

Kushal leads business development and relationships for all customers in Europe and America. He has 13 years of experience in driving business development and account management in the Indian chemical industry with organizations like Navin Fluorine, Jubilant Lifesciences, SRF and Hilti. During his career journey, he has managed business development, project management, marketing & sales strategies, product delivery, profitability improvement, customer relationships and key accounts. Kushal holds an MBA in Marketing and Sales and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. 

Kushal Brat Bhalla