Our Leadership

Our organisation has a structured leadership matrix designed to ensure efficient decision-making and strategic alignment at all levels. This approach streamlines processes, fosters accountability, and enhances our ability to respond to market conditions. By integrating insights from different areas of the business, we drive innovation, maintain operational excellence, and achieve sustained growth cohesively and effectively.

Anoor Nalla Senapathy

Group CFO

Anoor Nalla Senapathy was appointed as the CFO of Valency International in 2024. Prior to joining Valency, Mr. Anoor served as CFO and Controller of Operations at Bagamoyo Sugar Limited (Bakhresa Group) in Tanzania. He has more than 16 years of experience in diverse fields such as media, sugar, engineering, e-commerce, and fintech and has held various senior positions in India, Africa, and European MNCs. He has spent half of his career at Bakhresa Group, East Africa, setting up 2 new projects to the tune of US$150 million, right from fund raising, treasury, supply chain and ERP implementation, and project management. Mr. Anoor believes in conducting business in a responsible manner in which humans and nature can co-exist in productive harmony to support present and future generations. He holds a Chartered Accountant degree from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and an E-PGDM from IMT CDL-Ghaziabad.

Vevina S Reuben

Corporate HR Head

Vevina S. Reuben serves as the Corporate HR Head at Valency International Pte Ltd., headquartered in Singapore. With a distinguished career spanning over 17 years, she is a seasoned HR professional adept at strategic human capital management.

Drawing from her extensive experience across diverse industries including real estate & investment management, telecom, and commodities, Vevina excels in partnering with executive teams to drive strategic growth through effective people management.

Possessing an MBA in HR, her areas of expertise encompass organizational development, HR strategy & operations, employee engagement, performance & talent assessment, and soft skills coaching. Vevina is a strong advocate for inclusion and fosters a collaborative environment, working closely with leadership and staff to cultivate an engaging atmosphere and promote positive work experiences.

Uttam Sur

ESG Head

Dr. Uttam Sur serves as the Global Head of ESG & CSR at Valency International Pte Ltd, where he brings over 19 years of extensive experience in sustainability and corporate social responsibility. He has been instrumental in designing and implementing Valency’s ESG strategy, ensuring the company’s alignment with global standards and driving its commitment to ethical business practices. Under Dr. Sur’s leadership, Valency has made significant strides in fostering positive social impact, including initiatives focused on gender equality and economic empowerment. A visionary in the field, Dr. Sur is dedicated to making Valency a leader in sustainability, setting benchmarks across industries for responsible corporate behaviour.

Abhishek Mishra

BU Head - RCN & Edible Nuts

Abhishek Mishra is a seasoned professional in the Edible Nuts trading and value chain domain, boasting a rich experience spanning over 15 years. Within Valency, Abhishek spearheads the Raw Cashew Nut and other Nuts business portfolio, demonstrating his prowess in managing P&L responsibilities. His career journey includes pivotal roles with renowned global players such as Olam, TGI Group, and Valency, where he has contributed significantly to starting origin operations, scaling up businesses, and initiating sustainability initiatives.

Abhishek is adept at building and maintaining relationships in both origin and destination markets, while also excelling in risk management. With comprehensive expertise across the entire value chain of Cashew and Hazelnuts, he has also introduced Almonds to Valency's portfolio in India, showcasing his versatility and strategic vision in expanding business horizons.

Desh Ratna

Regional Head

Desh Ratna is a seasoned global Agri Commodities trader with over 25 years of industry experience. He specializes in identifying opportunities across the Agriculture Value chain and implementing practical solutions. Desh's expertise spans cereals, grains, pulses, cashew Nuts and dairy products, and he is certified in commodity trading on the NCDEX Exchange.

With a background in mechanical engineering and international business, Desh is committed to sharing his knowledge with future business leaders. Recognized by organizations like ICAR and leading corporations, he currently serves as Regional Head - South East Asia at Valency International, driving business operations and exploring new opportunities in the region.

Additionally, Desh served as Treasurer and Executive Committee member of the India-Myanmar Chamber of Commerce (IMCC) from 2020 to 2024. Presently, he remains an engaged member of INCHAM – the Indian Business Chamber in Vietnam.

PRIYANKA JAIN

BU HEAD - FERTILIZER

Priyanka Jain is General Manager and Head for Fertilizer business at Valency International Pte Ltd.

Ms Jain has been associated with the Valency since 2010 and has over 14 years of experience in Agri commodities and Agri inputs business.

As key member of the Senior Executive team at Valency, Ms Jain is responsible for developing the Fertilizers and Sugar businesses. She has been instrumental in setting up the company's distribution model for fertilizer business.

Ms Jain holds a degree of Joint BSc Honours, Economics and Mathematics from University of Bristol and Masters in Business Administration from IE Business School, Spain.

Godhan S Bisht

BU Head - Sesame & Oilseeds

Godhan Bisht is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the agricultural sector. Currently serving at Valency International, he has been instrumental as the Business Head for Sesame & Oil Seeds since December 2018. His expertise spans global trade and value creation, underpinned by adeptness in business strategy, supply chain management, risk management, and analytical skills, particularly within the food industry.

Prior to his tenure at Valency International, Godhan held the role of Manager for Treasury & Trade Finance at Spark Minda - Minda Corporation Ltd. from May 2012 to December 2018, focusing on funds raising and trade finance. Preceding this, he worked as a Finance Executive from April 2010 to May 2012. Godhan's academic journey includes earning a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Kumaon University between 2004 and 2007.