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Meet the Team

Mr. Vaibhav Maloo

Mr. Vaibhav Maloo

Executive Director, Enso Oils & Lubricants

Mr. Vaibhav Maloo has been an integral part of the Enso Group since its inception in 2005.

He moved on to lead the company as the Managing Director in 2009. He shoulders the responsibilities of group business development and strategy and also manages operations of the energy business. He is well-versed with group marketing strategies for India as well.

Vaibhav holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Science specialising in Business Administration from Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University. In 2013, he completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

Thereafter, that same year, he joined Judge Business School at University Cambridge for Executive MBA but withdrew his candidacy and left the course incomplete, as he had to move to India.

Mr. Shri R Radhakrishnan

Mr. Shri R Radhakrishnan

CEO, Enso Oils & Lubricants

Shri R Radhakrishnan is a highly experienced professional in the downstream oil marketing sector. He has an impressive career spanning over 38 years at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), a Maharatna Public Sector Corporation in the Oil and Gas industry in India. Throughout his career, he has gained expertise in various areas such as marketing, operations management, business development, HR capability building, and information systems.

In his role at HPCL, Shri R Radhakrishnan has been involved in all major business activities within the downstream petroleum marketing sector. This includes retail sales, direct consumer sales of fuels and lubricants, LPG marketing, aviation business functions, operations and distribution, marketing research and analysis, and more. He has developed strong relationships with customers, both domestic and international, as well as channel partners, business partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders in the oil sector.

During his tenure, Shri R Radhakrishnan has held several significant positions in the marketing division of HPCL. These include roles such as Location Head, Regional Marketing Head, Zonal Marketing Head, and SBU Head. Recognizing the importance of digitalization in business processes, he later took on the role of Executive Director – Information Systems (Functional) at HPCL. In this position, he utilized his domain knowledge and experience to drive digitalization programs aimed at improving business efficiency. He successfully implemented a Business Intelligence System, introduced Customer Relationship Management (CRM), facilitated the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), and oversaw the digitalization of key business processes in the refining and marketing domains.

Shri R Radhakrishnan is also actively involved in sharing his knowledge and expertise with others. He is a distinguished invited speaker for Corporate Executive Education Programs at UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. Additionally, he is a Life Member of the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD), highlighting his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Mr. Sudhakara Rao Ravipati

Mr. Sudhakara Rao Ravipati

Non-Executive Director, Enso Oils & Lubricants

Sudhakara Rao Ravipati is a retired executive with extensive experience in the oil industry. He worked in various positions for Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL), a downstream oil company in India, including Executive Director and Refinery Finance, Head of International Trade & Supplies, Executive Director-Internal Audit, and head of the Consumer Trade and Lubricating Oils SBU. He also served as General Manager-Lubes and General Manager-North Zone in HPCL.

Throughout his career, Sudhakara Rao gained knowledge in various functions of the oil industry, including exploration, product sharing contracts, crude transportation, refining, supply chain management, marketing, sales force management, marketing strategy planning, brand building, team building, enterprise resource planning, logistics, contracts, financial management, audit, risk management, product pricing, administered pricing, and commercial aspects of business management in the oil industry. He also has expertise in areas related to infrastructure, power plants, automotives, environmental legislations, bunkering contracts, shipping, crude oil selection, procurement, back-casting, supply management, international crude and products dynamics.

After retiring, Sudhakara Rao has been actively involved in the areas of biofuels, bioenergy, renewable energy, and lubricating oils. He currently serves as an independent director in several companies, including Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Limited, Punjab Renewable Energy Systems Pvt Limited, PRES Urja Pvt Ltd, and PRES Clean and Green Pvt Ltd. He also works as an advisor for Arabian Petroleum Pvt Ltd and Standard Greases and Specialties Pvt Ltd.

Mr. Lawoo R Gavkar

Mr. Lawoo R Gavkar

Chief Manager Technical Services, Enso Oils & Lubricants

Shri L R Gavkar is a highly experienced Oil and Gas Professional, having an experience of over 40 years in the field of Quality Control, Lubricants manufacturing, warehouse management besides operations and distribution of downstream Petroleum Products.

He had handled testing of lubricants and fuels including Aviation products as QC Officer. He had been the Head of one of the largest NABL accredited Marketing QC Laboratories of HPCL, Mumbai for 3 years, during his 36 years stint in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL). He has rich experience in handling the responsibilities of overseeing the QC activities of several Modern well equipped NABL accredited Laboratories as a Zonal QC Head in HPCL. He was also Dy. QCM –Aviation responsible for monitoring / auditing Aviation Activities at various Aviation Supply and Fueling Stations (ASFs).

During his long career at HPCL he had held the positon of Plant in Charge for Lube blending plant and Grease/ Specialties   Manufacturing Plant at major Mumbai based HPCL Lube Plants.

He has attended the following significant technical programs:

  1. “Application of Fuels and Lubricants in Automotive and Industrial Machines” covering Technical aspects at Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), Dehradun
  2. “Lube Blending Plant Operations” at ESSO Lube Plant, Jurong, Singapore
  3. “ASTM testing of Fuels & Lubricants and Technical Services” at South West Research Institute (SwRI) based in San Antonio, Texas, USA

On the academic front he holds a Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry from Mumbai University, India.

Mr. Sudarshan Ambekar

Mr. Sudarshan Ambekar

Senior VP Sales, Enso Oils & Lubricants

With an illustrious career spanning over 23 years in the realm of lubricant sales, he emerges as a distinguished figure known for his exceptional contributions and remarkable achievements. Having served with top-tier industrial lubricant brands such as Gulf Oil Corporation, Castrol India Ltd, and GP Petroleums Ltd, in different roles like TBM,KAM,RM and GM OEM Business Development Sudarshan has left an indelible mark on the industry through his expertise and strategic prowess.

One of Sudarshan’s standout achievements includes the successful introduction of the IPOL brand into pivotal segments such as Plastic Injection Molding and Mining. His relentless efforts led to securing approximately 60 OEM approvals, a testament to his unmatched dedication and market insight.

Noteworthy among his accolades is the prestigious recognition bestowed upon him by Castrol in 2009, where he was awarded for spearheading an initiative resulting in a substantial increase in Gross Margin.

Beyond his professional and Technical endeavors, Sudarshan’s pursuits extend to the realm of sports and academia. Alongside his remarkable career, as a Chemical Engg he boasts a commendable academic background . Sudarshan’s passion for roller skating has seen him participate in 12 state championships and 5 national championships, proudly representing Maharashtra. Additionally, his commitment to nurturing young talent is evident through his role as a team coach in National school games.

Sudarshan Ambekar’s multifaceted journey exemplifies excellence in both professional achievements and personal endeavors, making him a revered figure within the lubricant industry and beyond.

Mr. S R Ambabhavani Kumar

Mr. S R Ambabhavani Kumar

Senior Vice President Automotive Sales, Enso Oils & Lubricants

S. R. Ambabhavani Kumar is a seasoned professional with 37 years of experience in the petroleum industry, particularly in retail sales of lubricants, fuel oils, LPG, and lubricant manufacturing. Holding the position of Senior Vice President of Automotive Sales at Enso Oil and Lubricants in Mumbai, India, Kumar has been instrumental in devising market strategies for both above-the-line (ATL) and below-the-line (BTL) activities, emphasizing measurable outcomes. His expertise lies in relationship marketing and networking, which have been crucial aspects of his success over the past four decades.

Kumar adopts a customer-centric approach, focusing on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) segments, with a keen eye on quality and cost efficiency. His track record demonstrates a consistent ability to deliver results, leveraging his extensive experience and strategic insight in the petroleum industry.

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