Mohan G. Valrani
| Mohan Valrani | |
|---|---|
 Mohan Valrani | |
| Born |
September 30, 1940 Sind, Pakistan |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Alma mater | Baroda University |
| Occupation |
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| Years active | 1966–present |
| Spouse(s) | Neelam Valrani |
| Children | Sumeet, Navin, and Kabir Valrani |
| Website |
mohanvalrani |
Mohan Valrani is an Indian entrepreneur, industrialist, and philanthropist. He is one of two co-founders and current Senior Vice Chairman and Managing Director of the Al Shirawi Group.[1] He ranks 10th on the Forbes list of Top 100 Indian Leaders in the UAE.
Education & Career
Valrani attended high school in Baroda, and holds a degree in Finance and Commerce from the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. He worked for his family's food business in Mumbai during his studies, and moved to Hong Kong after graduation before relocating permanently to Dubai. In 1966 he began his partnership with the Emirati and present-day Chairman Abdulla Al Shirawi, from which was eventually formed the Al Shirawi Group in 1971 which currently ranks as one of the largest privately owned Industrial Conglomerate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The group has a total employment of 8,500 spread over 42 companies.
Philanthropy
Mohan Valrani is a current member of the Board of Trustees of India Club and Indian High School, Dubai, both are “not for profit” organisations. He is also a founder Governor of Indian Business & Professional Council [IBPC], Dubai.
Valrani has a special place in his heart for differently abled children. He has been an ardent supporter of Rashid Paediatric Centre in Dubai where he continues to support the center with significant contribution in cash, kind & time for the past 20 years. He has been celebrating his birthday at the centre year after year and cherishes to be with differently abled children on this special day.[2]
Achievements [International Awards for Professional Achievements]
- Gold and Injaz awards in the Magazines, Books, Calendars, Directories, Boxes and Innovation categories from the Dubai International Print Awards 2011.
- Winner of outstanding print services for the year 2010 from Data Publishers Association (DPA) U.K.
- Winner of Sappi International Printer of the Year 2010 in the web printed magazines category.
- Gold and Silver awards in the web printed magazines category, Bronze in the sheet-fed printed magazines category, Silver in the books category and Bronze in the brochures category at the Sappi European Printers of the year 2010.
- Gold, 2 Silver and 2 Bronze awards in the Books, Calendars, Directories, Boxes, Catalogues, Flyers, Magazines and Posters categories from the Dubai International Print Awards 2009.
- CIPPI award from CIP4 for “Best Process Automation Implementation– Emerging Markets”, during Print’09 Chicago, USA.
- Gold, 2 Silver and Jury awards in the Books, Brochures & Catalogues, Directories, Calendars, Boxes, Innovation, Magazines, Newsletters and Posters categories from the Dubai Print Awards 2008 - GCC.
- Winner of print services for the year 2008 from Data Publishers Association (DPA) U.K.
- Silver and Bronze awards in the Brochures and Magazines categories from Sappi European Printer of the Year 2008.
- Gold, Silver and Bronze awards in the Magazines, Directories, Calendars, Books and Brochures & Catalogues categories from the Dubai Print Awards 2007 - GCC.
- Winner of print services of the year 2007 from Data Publishers Association (DPA) U.K.
- Gold, 2 Silver and Bronze Awards in the Books, Annual Reports, Directories, Magazines, Innovative Products, Boxes & Trays categories from the UAE Print Awards 2006.
- Bronze Award in the Magazines category from Sappi European Printer of the Year 2003.
- Gold and Silver Awards in the Magazines category from Sappi African Printer of the Year 2002. (Plus one gold medal).
- Gold and Silver Awards in the Books category from Sappi African Printer of the Year 2002. (Plus one gold medal).
- Award of Excellence and Class Winner for Printing from Communicators in Business Awards 2002, U.K.
- Appreciation Certificate from Department of Civil Aviation, Govt. of Dubai - April 2002
- Work Place Safety Award by Public Health Department, Dubai Municipality - Feb 2008
- Specialist Contractor of the year at MEP Middle East Awards 2008 - Jan 2009
- RTA Award for sustainable transport - Jan 2009
- Best Manufacturer of the year at Hospital Build Awards 2009 for ALP Active product - June 2009
- GCC/MEP Contractor/Service Provider of the year Award - May 2010
- Founding Member of MEFMA (Middle East Facility Management Association - founded by RERA) - August 2010
- MEP Specialist Contractor of the year Awards 2010 - December 2010
- Appreciation & Recognition of Global Shipping & Logistics L.L.C., by Multinationals like Master Food, Burger King, Americana
Achievements [International Awards for Philanthropic & Social Activities]
- Forbes Middle East 2014 Award for Top Indian Leaders in The Arab World.[3]
- Lifetime Achievement Award from CPI Media Group sponsored by Dubai Economic Department, National Bank of Abu Dhabi & Etisalat – November, 2014. (www.smebeyondborders.com)
- 20 years of Giving (1994 – 2014) from Rashid Centre for Disabled, 2014.
- The Dubai Chapter of The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India Achievement award, 2014.
- Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre Award
- St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, Dubai Award for Outstanding Contribution in the field of Education & Social Activities in the Region (2001-2012).
- Asian Business Achiever Award 2012.[4]
- Appreciation Certificate from The Indian High School for continuing Commitment to the Institution.
- Human Achievers Foundation Award for Excellence in Education. 2012
- Institute of Directors (IOD) Award – May 2, 2013.
- Public Recognition Award for major personal contribution to International Humanitarian Cooperation, Provision of Charity support to the disabled children and the development of friendly relations between the peoples of the Russian Federation and the United Arab Emirates. 2011
- Masala Awards 2011 for Asian Business Achievement Award.
- Human Achievers Foundation presented Asian Achievers Award 2011 to Mohan Valrani.
- Xponent Media FZ LLC presented Pacesetters Award 2013 to Mohan Valrani award for Outstanding Vision, Leadership & Achievement.
- Medal from Institute of Economic Studies (IES).
- Award from India Club in Recognition for being an Advisor from 2006-2010.
- Award of Excellence from India Club, 2008.
References
- ↑ "Mohan Valrani.". Indian Rich List 2011. arabianbusiness.com. Retrieved 31 October 2013.
- ↑ "Indian philanthropist gives back on birthday". The National. 30 Sep 2011. Retrieved 31 October 2013.
- ↑ "Mohan Valrani". Top 100 Indian Leaders in The Arab World.
- ↑ "Asian Achievers Awards for Dhahi Khalfan, others". Khaleej Times. 13 July 2011. Retrieved 31 October 2013.
External links
- mohanvalrani
.com - Indian High School, Dubai - Board of Trustees: ihsdxb
.net /ihs /new /trustees .html