Karan Adani, son of Gautam Adani, takes helm of Rs 236,000 crore company- Know about his education, family, career, and net worth
时间:2024-06-26 18:16:35 阅读(143)
Karan Adani, the scion of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, has ascended to the role of Managing Director at Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), having previously served as the company’s CEO. The MD position was previously held by Gautam Adani, the Chairman of Adani Group, boasting a real-time net worth of Rs 644,850 crore (USD 77.4 billion) as of January 3, according to Forbes. Gautam Adani, now re-designated as the Executive Chairman of APSEZ, is set to pass the reins to his son.
Karan Adani earned a degree in Economics from Purdue University in the United States and commenced his career with the Adani Group at Mundra Port in 2009.
Additionally, Karan Adani has held the position of Director at ACC, a cement manufacturing company, since September 2022. His marriage to Paridhi Shroff, daughter of Cyril Shroff, Managing Partner at law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, adds another layer to his diverse connections. The couple has a daughter. APSEZ’s board has also approved the appointment of Ashwani Gupta, former global Chief Operating Officer at Nissan Motors, as the new CEO.
Karan Adani: Business JourneyPost-education, Karan Adani entered the Adani Group, his family’s conglomerate, and navigated through various departments, including finance, marketing, and operations. Rapidly ascending the corporate ladder, he assumed the role of CEO at APSEZ in 2016.
Karan Adani: Propelling Robust GrowthAs CEO of APSEZ, Karan Adani played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s operations, both domestically and internationally. His leadership was instrumental in developing new ports and terminals, as well as acquiring and managing existing ones, solidifying APSEZ’s status as one of the fastest-growing port operators globally.
Karan Adani: Positions HeldBeyond his role at Adani Ports, Karan serves as a non-executive director for Ambuja Cements, generating Rs. 16,151 crores in revenue. He also led the project management for the Adani Group’s airport project, involving the construction of seven terminals. Furthermore, he assumed the role of Chairman at ACC Limited, a Mumbai-based cement producer.
Karan Adani: Net WorthKaran Adani’s estimated net worth is around $1.2 billion. In 2023, his father, Gautam Adani, stands as the second richest person in India, boasting a net worth of $47 billion, as per Forbes. The Adani legacy continues to thrive under Karan’s leadership, marking a significant chapter in the family’s business empire.
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