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Our Team

The company is managed along professional lines with an emphasis on business planning/growth through goal directed actions driven by the most prudent forecasting, the right people, systems and quality. Our team of highly experienced professionals specialize in liaising with key government agencies and authorities, including the DGCA, DGFT, Airports Authority of India, and the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

This ensures seamless and efficient handling of day-today aviation-related processes. Our group is boxed with seasoned aviation professionals, each bringing years of expertise in managing Civil Aviation matters, providing our clients with unmatched support and guidance.

Meet Our Board Of Directors

Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Chairman & Managing Director

Mr. Rajesh EM

President & CEO

Sudhakar Pai

Executive Director

Mr. Jamsheed Panday

Chief Advisor to the Board of Director



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Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Chairman & Managing Director

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Mr. Rajesh EM

President & CEO

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Sudhakar Pai

Executive Director

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Mr. Jamsheed Panday

Chief Advisor to the Board of Director

About - Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed is a prominent real estate developer in Bangalore. He began his career as a GSA for Gulf Air in 1990. As a commerce graduate, Mr.Zulfiqar has extensive experience in various sectors including aviation, industrial project management, real estate, and human resources. He has completed several projects in Bangalore and has accumulated over 25 years ofexperience.

Experiences

Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed khan is a well-known social activist in Karnataka and hasserved as Chairman of the HAJJ COMMITTEE. Zulfiqar has excellent problem-solving skills and the patience to listen to issues within and outside the organization. His areas of expertise include: providing employees with a meaningful, exciting, and positive experience; helping motivate the team toattain goals; staying informed of new products; performing retail transactions efficiently and accurately; and money management and product responsibility.



About - Mr.Rajesh EM

Mr. Rajesh EM has over 20 years of experience in both operational and advisory roles. Prior to his current position, Rajesh was the CEO and COO of Cloud Aero Solutions in Dubai, Where he was responsible for global delivery, business development, and client services. Born in Trivandrum, Kerala, Rajesh has traveled widely to countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Thailand, Iran, UAE, Hong Kong, Russia,and Australia, where he obtained his Certificate IV in Aviation from Zauri Aviation in Albury.

Experiences

His experience spans organizational strategy, customer relationship management,corporate governance, risk management, and operations. As a founding member of ABC Aviation, he has been responsible for the company's high-touch customer relationship and delivery excellence model. After completing his education, he worked as a consultant for the Ministry of Civil Aviation (India) and the Director General of Civil Aviation (India). Mr. Rajesh has assisted several airlines in preparing thenecessary documents and approvals from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (India), which includes manual preparations, security clearances, and bilateral agreements. Mr. Rajesh was instrumental in the government's decision to include regional airlines in FDI limits (Foreign Direct Investments)


Mr. Rajesh has expertise in various areas including negotiation, purchasing, policy analysis/strategic planning, special operations/tactics, regulatory/policy compliance, aviation safety, teambuilding/motivation, emergency response/planning, process development/integration, long/short-term planning, presentations/speaking, instruction/facilitation, program administration, programmanagement, procurement, allocation/utilization, conflict resolution, protocol management, andtendering. He currently provides aircraft leasing consultancy and government liaison services forvarious international airlines. Some of his clients include Air Arabia, Flynas Airlines, Lion Air, JetAirways, Air Costa, Mongolian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Elix Aviation, and GECAS.

About - Mr.Sudhakar Pai

Sudhakar Pai, Chairman of Manipal Group is an influential educator and entrepreneur based in Manipal, recognized for his significant contributions to the field of education and his dedication to community development. Mr. T Sudhakar Pai is also the Chairman & M.D. of Kurl-on Enterprise Ltd. He belongs to the third generation of Pais of Manipal, reputedly known as "Visionary Bankers" and founders of the Syndicate Bank. The family also promoted several Public Limited Companies, such as Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation Ltd., ICDS Ltd., Manipal Finance Corporation Ltd., Kurl-on Ltd. to name a few, earning a place for the "Manipal Group" on the business map of South India.


With a focus on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among students, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape in Manipal. He is thefounder of several successful businesses that emphasize technology, education,and social impact. His ventures aim to empower students and young professionalsby providing them with the necessary skills and resources to thrive in a competitiveenvironment.

About - Mr. Mr. Jamsheed Panday

Mr. Jamsheed Minoo Panday is an experienced Management Consultant with A.C.A from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India ;A.C.S. from Institute of Company Secretaries of India and Management qualifications. He completed his graduatation from Sydneham College of Commerce & Economics (B Com. Hons)


JAMSHEED PANDAY Chief Advisor to the Board of Directors the Board.Jamsheed pandayhas over 40 years of work experience with both national and international companies, including companies like Hindustan Lever Limited, Voltas Limited, Eastman Kodak Companyetc.

Experiences

His experience spans across Business Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Finance etc. Presently Mr Panday is holding directorships of around 20 Companies including Zodiac-Jrd-Mkj Limited, Cottage Industries Exposition Limited, Manipal Natural Private Limited, Starship Value Chain And Manufacturing Private Limited, Zen Global Finance Limited, Lakshmi Vijayam Investments Private Limited, E'l Dorado Guarantee Limited, E'l Dorado Residences Private Limited, Manipal Software & E- Com Private Limited, Manipal Capital And Leasing Private Limited, Brooklyn Technologies Private Limited, Saga Department Stores Private Limited, Manipal Home Finance Limited, Great Oaks Holdings Private Limited.The totalpaid-up capital of all companies where Jamsheed Minoo Panday holds active positions is more than 700 crores.He is also a Trustee of a charitable Tata Trust in Mumbai. He is alsoactively involved in multiple start- up ventures.