A practicing management consultant and mentor, he has an industry experience of over 38 years, including 18 years in the top-management level as CEO of Bombay Dyeing & Manufacturing Company Ltd and Executive Director of Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd. Has worked across diverse industries, including textiles, edible oils, industrial automation, pharmaceuticals, engineering plastics and banking. Advises SMEs on consolidation and growth strategy, and helps in its operationalization. Also mentors youngsters of business families. His current research covers the dynamics of time devotion pattern of the entrepreneurs.