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NK Proteins appoints Priyam Patel as MD
Mumbai: NK Proteins Pvt Ltd, a leading edible and non-edible oil company and owner and marketer of a popular edible oil brand ‘Tirupati’, has appointed Priyam N Patel as the managing director of the company. Priyam served as the chief operating officer (CEO) of the company prior to his elevation to the post of managing director of the company.
In his new role, the 34-year old dynamic leader from the promoter family will continue to spearhead NK Proteins Pvt Ltd to newer heights under the able guidance of the company’s visionary chairman and managing director Nimish Patel, who co-founded NK Proteins Pvt Ltd with his brother and Priyam’s father late Nilesh Patel in 1992 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Priyam brings with him a wealth of experience and a dynamic approach to business management. His journey at NK Proteins began at the age of 21, and since then, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth trajectory. He holds a Masters in Marketing from the University of Westminster, London, complemented by development programmes from prestigious institutions such as the London Business School, ISB Hyderabad, Indian Institute of Management (IIM-A), and MICA, Ahmedabad. He completed his undergraduate studies in Corporate Management from Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), which laid a strong foundation for his career trajectory.
Welcoming the young leader to his new role, NK Proteins Pvt Ltd chairman and managing director Nimish Patel said, “Priyam’s leadership embodies determination, foresight, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Priyam has played a pivotal role in steering NK Proteins towards becoming a trusted household brand known for its quality and reliability. His strategic insight and innovative strategies have not only bolstered the brand’s visibility in the market but also fuelled its continuous growth and prosperity”.
Talking about his new role in the company, Priyam Patel, said, “As we navigate the competitive landscape of edible and non-edible oil market, I believe that by focusing on delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers, we can achieve sustainable growth and create long-term value for our customers and stakeholders. Together, we will embrace new opportunities and overcome challenges, solidifying our position as a leader in the industry. Backed by strong management and supported by highly motivated workforce, NK Proteins is poised to scale new heights and emerge as a new age, innovation-led edible oil company in future”.
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Madhu Soman joins Crestoria Global advisory board role
Former WION, Zee Business executive pivots to mentorship platform
MUMBAI: Madhu Soman, former chief business officer at WION and Zee Business, has joined the board of advisors at Crestoria Global, marking a shift from newsroom leadership to mentorship and education.
Soman, who brings close to three decades of experience across journalism and media management, said the move reflects a growing focus on shaping the next generation through guidance and real-world insight. His career spans leadership roles at organisations including Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters and Reuters, covering markets from India to Asia-Pacific.
“Across 28 years in the news business, one idea kept resurfacing as a meaningful off-ramp, teaching, mentorship, and helping shape the next generation,” said Soman. “Crestoria sits right at that intersection.”
Crestoria Global, which positions itself as a long-term education and career advisory platform, focuses on helping students navigate global opportunities through structured guidance, research-led insights and personalised mentorship. The company said its approach goes beyond university admissions to focus on long-term career positioning.
Soman added that the platform’s philosophy of designing success with intent, rather than leaving it to chance, resonated with his own outlook on impact and influence.
The advisory board brings together professionals from diverse fields, including academia, media and corporate leadership, aimed at offering students a broader perspective on career pathways in an increasingly complex global landscape.
As he steps into this new role, Soman’s move signals a wider trend of seasoned industry leaders turning towards mentorship, where experience is not just shared, but scaled for the next generation.
