Our Leadership

Anoor Nalla Senapathy

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.

Manikandan Velarajan

Manikandan Velrajan is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in Strategic IT Operations and SAP S4Hana ERP Implementation across diverse continents. In his role at Valency Group, he leads IT strategy and planning, driving innovation and efficiency.

Notable achievements include spearheading the successful implementation of SAP S4 Hana across 9 countries and 12 entities, as well as leading projects in SAP Group Consolidation and SAP Success Factors. Manikandan is recognized for his expertise in business process restructuring and solution implementation, with a track record of delivering complex global engagements.

He holds a B.Com, MBA, and diplomas in Computer Science and Export Management. Additionally, Manikandan has contributed to academia through a published thesis and presentations at international conferences on management.

Vevina S Reuben

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

Having joined Valency three months ago, Mr. Uttam brings over 19 years of experience. He has spearheaded the development and implementation of the ESG strategy to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and industry standards. This rich expertise will positively impact ESG development at Valency. Valency endeavors to cultivate a positive social impact throughout their supply chains. One aspect of this initiative involves creating opportunities for women. Through specialized gender-focused training, Valency champions equality, empowering women to engage in economic activities and advance social progress. Mr. Uttam has strong confidence that Valency Group will forge a promising path forward and establish itself as a benchmark in sustainability standards.

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Jitendra Sharma

Jitender Sharma joined Valency International in 2021 as Head of Internal Audit. His instrumental role in shaping the department and mitigating various business risks, including ICOFR, Compliance, and Operational Risks, has been noteworthy.

With a background in leadership roles at leading consulting firms and corporations, Jitender has overseen internal audit and ERP implementation for Fortune 500 companies such as CBRE, JLL, and Johnson and Johnson. His expertise spans multiple industries, including Medical, Agri Commodities, Electronics Trading, Auto Ancillary, HR Consulting, and Apparel Manufacturing.

Jitender holds a Company Secretary degree from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, contributing a wealth of experience in senior management roles and ERP systems implementation.

Shikku Kuriakose

Shikku Kuriakose is a highly accomplished professional currently serving as the Chief Treasury Officer (CTO) at Valency International Pvt. Ltd. With over a decade of experience in finance, strategic planning, and technological innovation in the Agri Sector, Shikku is a Chartered Accountant from ICAI and also holds a Master’s degree in Commerce. His career began as a Finance Manager in a well reputed company in Singapore and worked continuously in the same field. With his experience and professional band width, managed a sizeable banking portfolio and managed to onboard various big FI's available in the industry.

Prateeti Gaur

Prateeti serves as the Head of Legal and Compliance at the Valency Group, leveraging her legal acumen to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Graduating from Gujarat National Law University in 2014, she embarked on her career by contributing to corporate criminal disputes and commercial arbitration in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. With a career spanning over 7 years, Prateeti has diversified her expertise across sectors, including education and pharmaceuticals.

At present, she spearheads the legal and compliance team, focusing on cross-border disputes and regulatory adherence. Her commitment to addressing legal challenges and ensuring compliance underscores her pivotal role within the organization.

Abhishek Mishra

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.

Godhan S Bisht

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.

PRIYANKA JAIN

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.

SWETA JAIN

Sweta Jain serves as Business Head for Cashew at Valency International Pte Ltd. Ms Jain has been associated with the Valency since 2017. Apart from leading the Cashew business she has additional responsibility for Global Bulk Marketing, Retail Marketing, Factory Productivity and Digital Productivity.
She has established a superfood consumer brand “with love, Gretel” and is committed to making packaged food products with enhanced nutrition accessible to the masses.
Ms Jain is a Bachelor in Business Management from Singapore Management University.

Atul walia

A professional with nearly 29 years of rich and extensive experience in Sales, Marketing & Technical Product promotion Operations.
A proactive leader and planner with expertise in strategic planning, account management and pre-sales operations with skills in P&L management, competitor and market analysis and targeted marketing.
An Out-of-the-Box Thinker with a proven track record of increasing revenues, establishing distribution networks, streamlining workflow and creating a team work environment to enhance profitability for reputed business houses.
Spearheaded numerous business development and market expansion initiatives.

Specialties: Business development, business operations, imaging, logistics, market research, marketing, materials management,  networking, operating systems, sales, strategic planning, team management, training programs.

Vishnu Haridass

Vishnu Hari Dass has been trading with Valency International since 2018. He is currently the Business Unit Head for Rice. He has been instrumental in the development of the rice market in West Africa. Prior to working for Valency International, Vishnu has also worked in Oil trading and Risk Management. Vishnu has a Law degree from the University of Birmingham and a Post Graduate Diploma in Maritime Law from the University of London.

Anant Patil

Anant Patil, armed with a Postgraduate Management degree from IIM Calcutta and an Engineering degree from NIT Calicut, boasts a remarkable 19 years of professional experience. With a primary focus on cocoa beans & product trading and processing for over 17 years, complemented by 2 years in sales & marketing, Anant brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

Previously, he held pivotal roles including a 5-year tenure as a beans trader for Olam Cocoa Processing Europe, overseeing bean sourcing from Africa, Asia, & South America. He subsequently served as a Global Process Owner for supply chain, procurement, & logistics solutions in SAP, driving operational control & value addition. Notably, Anant spent 9 years as a business head and industry leader of cocoa beans & processing in Nigeria, emphasizing sustainability projects & certification.

Currently, as Business Head for cocoa, he focuses on enhancing value chain participation, forging long-term partnerships, and driving sustainability initiatives, all while excelling in commodity trading and risk management expertise.

Amit Agarwal

Amit Agarwal, serving as the Business Head for Packaged Foods and Global Head of Communications and PR at Valency, boasts over 20 years of diverse experience spanning agri-commodity trading, FMCG supply chain management, P&L oversight, sales, digital marketing, public relations, and communications across Africa, Europe, and Asia.

Before joining Valency, Amit held leadership positions at esteemed organizations including Citibank India, Unilever India (HUL), Tata Motors India, Olam International (Nigeria and Europe), Plama Developers, and Vistas Media Capital. He holds an MBA from IMT Ghaziabad, where he was recognized as the Marketing Student of the Year. Amit is also a renowned blogger and TEDx speaker, showcasing his expertise and thought leadership in the industry.

Trilochan Ojha

Trilochan Ojha, equipped with an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Agriculture and boasting three decades of expertise in the Agri Input Industry, is a proactive and accomplished agribusiness professional. With a robust background in New Business Development, Sales, and Marketing across diverse categories, Trilochan has consistently driven high growth and brand building.

His proficiency extends to crafting effective importation plans and export strategies for West African countries. Recognized for his ability to bolster companies in competitive markets, he has spearheaded successful initiatives in Agro inputs Business development and Commodities export. Trilochan has made significant contributions at renowned organizations like Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd., African Agro Commodities Ltd., Wacot Ltd., and Valency Agro Nigeria Ltd.

Currently serving as Country Head, Nigeria at Valency Agro Nig. Ltd., he oversees all business verticals, including Import, Commodity Export, Manufacturing/Processing units, and Projects. Beyond his professional pursuits, Trilochan indulges in hobbies such as playing chess, art, swimming, and photography.

Desh Ratna

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.

Arvind Tiwari

Arvind Tiwari serves as Country Head at Valency International, a global commodity trading and processing company, where he oversees operations and projects in Cote d'Ivoire, a country experiencing a surge in demand for food products. With over 13 years of experience in the food processing industry, Arvind specializes in HACCP, process engineering, project planning, and process optimization.

His core competencies include fostering team collaboration and problem-solving. Arvind has a proven track record of successfully completing expansion plans for processing factories in Nigeria and India, leading operations and projects worldwide. He excels in attention to detail, problem-solving, leadership, and relationship building.

Prior to his current role, Arvind held positions at esteemed companies including Olam International Ltd., Heinz India Ltd., and Cadbury India Ltd., where he contributed significantly to production management and plant operations.

Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar is a seasoned Chartered Accountant with over 18 years of comprehensive experience spanning Accounting, Finance, Audit, Financial Management, Business Management, Business Operation, and Team Management. He holds associate membership with both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and CPA Australia. Amit has dedicated the last 12 years of his career to Africa, where he has worked in countries such as Kenya, Zambia, Ghana, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Burkina Faso, and Togo.

In 2023, Amit was appointed as the Country Head of Valency International in Ghana. Prior to this role, he served as the Regional Finance Head for Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Togo, since joining the group in 2021. Before his tenure at Valency, Amit held the position of Finance Manager at Vamara (ETG Group) in Zambia, where he progressively advanced from managing finances for a single company to overseeing three companies within the group, including leading the business operations for a soya processing plant.