Indian Professionals Forum (IPF) is a body of Indian Professional working in Nigeria which operates under the guidance of India High Commission, Nigeria. High Commissioner of India to Nigeria is the Chief Patron of IPF.
Provide a platform for Indian Professionals to interact with experienced – top Professionals policy makers and respected personalities of their respective fields in Nigeria and abroad.
Provide a Link between Indian High Commission and Industry.
Facilitate the growth of economic relationships between Indian businesses & Nigeria based Indian professionals.
Organize programs to enhance the business skills of Indian professionals in Nigeria.
Provide a platform for exchange of ideas between Indian & Nigerian businessmen / Professionals.
Provide a platform for Indian businessmen / Professionals to interact with leading policy makers, decision makers in Nigeria.
Atul has been associated with IPF since 2010 and has been serving as an Executive Committee Member since 2013. During his tenure in IPF, Atul has served as Joint Secretary, Vice President and was elected as President in 2018.
Atul is Managing Director of Hoesch Pipes (Nig) Limited, a Company that Manufactures Steel & Stainless-Steel Pipes, Z-Purlins, Door frames, Cement Fibre Ceiling sheets.
Atul is also a Director in International Data Management Services (IDM), that provides the services like Customer care center, IT @ School, ERP & Supply Chain Management (using SAP)
Atul is happily married for 31 years and blessed with a son.
Otunba Pradeep Pahalwani is an accomplished serial entrepreneur and Entrepreneurship Coach with over 32 years’ experience in Nigeria. He was conferred the title of Otunba Atunluse of Jogaland, Ogun State. He is the MD of Securisk Insurance Brokers Nigeria Limited which also has branches in India, Canada and Ghana. Pradeep received his Executive MBA from Lagos Business School (LBS). He also holds certificates from IESE (Spain), IIM-Banglore (India) & Harvard Business School. He is a keynote speaker. His professional achievements include being a director at Nigerian-Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industries (NICCI) and Federation of Trade and Industry of India (FTII). He is the Past President of Lighthouse Toastmasters Club, Lagos and current Vice President of Indian Professional Forum (IPF). Pradeep is a trainer. He trains Entrepreneurs at Fate Foundation, faculty at Africa Franchise Institute (AFI) & certified ‘Train the Trainer’ by CMD (Centre for Management Development) Pradeep believes in service and very passionate about giving back to society. He is co-founder of an NGO called Caring Community Creators. He is Past President of Rotary Club of Lagos Palmgrove Estate & Past Assistant Governor (PAG) at Rotary District 9110. He loves playing badminton, reading, mentoring young entrepreneurs and stand-up comedy. He has held various positions at Ikoyi Club. Pradeep is working on his book and plans to undertake a doctorate in entrepreneurship studies.
Mahesh Kumar Birla is working as General Manager (Finance) with GMT, the largest inbound logistics service provider in Sub Saharan Africa. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, Certified Data Science & Business Analytics and associated with IIM Ahmedabad, India, with overall Twenty-Three plus years’ of experience in Operation Management including Finance & Accounts, Supply Chain, Insurance with expertise in International Logistics, Import & Export, Inventory Management, Terminal / Port Management and Property Acquisition & Compliance Management. Mahesh is happily married for 23 years and blessed with two daughters.
Siddhartha Khandelwal, a seasoned finance professional, currently serves as the General Manager at Colgate Tolaram. With over a decade of experience, he has demonstrated strategic leadership in financial roles across diverse markets. In his present role, Siddhartha oversees Colgate Tolaram's operations, leading the joint venture between Tolaram Group and Colgate-Palmolive. His expertise lies in creating new product categories, establishing market leadership, and driving growth in emerging markets. Formerly the Chief Financial Officer at TG Arla Dairy Products, Siddhartha played a crucial role in shaping financial strategies for FMCG products in West Africa. His contributions have consistently propelled companies to success, notably during his tenure at Multipro Consumer Products Limited. A St. Xavier's College, Kolkata alumnus, Siddhartha holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. With an extensive network of 500+ connections and active participation in professional groups like the Harvard Business Review Discussion Group, he continues to inspire and contribute to the finance and business community. Siddhartha Khandelwal's leadership, financial acumen, and commitment to excellence make him a valuable asset in any professional setting.
Amrendra has been associated with IPF since 2005 and elected member of Executive Committee since 2018. Amrendra is M Com and Chartered Accountant and presently working as Financial Advisor at Chagoury Group, Nigeria. Amrendra has worked with Milan Group Nigeria as Group Financial Controller and also as Project Manager for Intercontinental Hotel Lagos. Amrendra has also worked with Various Govt. of India PSU/PSEs for 12 years in different capacities from middle to Senior Management Levels, before joining private sector in Nigeria in year 2006 Amrendra is happily married for 23 years and blessed with a son and a daughter.
Mahesh Falod has been associated with IPF since 2017 and elected member of Executive Committee Member since 2018. Currently handling Treasury matters of IPF. Mahesh is working as Treasury Head with GMT Nigeria Limited, the largest inbound logistics service provider in Sub Saharan Africa. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and CISA certified professional, having over fifteen years’ experience in Treasury matters, Import & Exports, IT Audit, Finance & Accounts etc. Before joining GMT Nigeria limited, he was working with Tata Consultancy Services. Mahesh is happily married for the past 17 years and is blessed with two sons.
Sunil Mohta, is Chartered Accountant ( FCA). He is currently working as General Manager- (F&A) of Agric Division with Kewalram Chanrai Group, a 150 years old organization having presence in many African and Asian countries. He has more than 25 years of post-qualification experience in handling Finance and Accounts, Operations, Supply chain Management and Strategic Planning. He is currently the Treasure of IPF and looking forward to contribute further to the IPF forum.
