Mentor
Shri. Sanjay Dalmia is a prominent Indian businessman. He serves as the Chairman of the Dalmia Group of Companies, a diversified global business conglomerate and is also on the board of multiple Indian entities. He previously served as Chairman of Colwell and Salmon Communications (India) Ltd and Golden Tobacco Ltd. Mr. Dalmia is also associated with trade organizations like the PHD Chamber of Commerce and FICCI. Served on the Board of Directors of Union Bank of India, Member of the Northern Committee of IDBI and Founder director of the "Europe-India Chamber of Commerce". Mr. Dalmia has had a diverse career of over four decades and remains active in national and international level associations on business and finance.
Promoter
With over two decades of entrepreneurial legacy and a reputation of being a visionary with strategic foresight & operational excellence, Mr. Neeraj Pawar as the Promoter & Board Director of JKCL is leading JKCL’s transformation, from a legacy manufacturer to a modern, innovative, tech-driven enterprise. Mr. Pawar holds extensive experience in large-scale manufacturing and industrial turnarounds. He specializes in building world-class production infrastructure, streamlining regulatory compliance and scaling high-throughput manufacturing operations. His deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, product development and regulatory frameworks positions JKCL for long-term success across domestic and global markets. Prior coming on the board of JKCL, Mr. Pawar managed businesses across Real Estate, FMCG, Packaging and Agri-Processing and has has delivered exemplary high impact results in complex, regulated environments.
Promoter
With a background in consumer psychology, nurturing start-ups to growth, Mr. Kunal Gupta Kunal as the Promoter & Board Director of JKCL is leading JKCL’s domestic & international expansion initiatives. A firm believer in cultural relevance and digital-led distribution, Mr. Gupta is spearheading JKCL’s evolution into a multi-brand, consumer-facing business house. His expertise lies in developing brands that resonate with India’s youth while staying rooted in compliance and quality. Mr. Gupta has previously built and scaled multiple D2C and B2B ventures in the consumer goods and education sectors. With his bold, disruptive thinking Mr. Gupta is the driving force behind JKCL’s brand vision and he ensures JKCL remains ahead of the curve in product innovation, packaging and business growth through collaborations & acquisitions.
Head of Business Innovation & Chief Growth Officer
He brings over a decade of experience in the tobacco industry. With strong expertise in operations, manufacturing, and market development, he has been instrumental in driving growth and innovation. His leadership ensures JKCL’s commitment to quality, scale, and long-term industry impact.
Head of Global Exports & Export Strategy Advisor
He brings deep expertise in the global smoking industry, building innovative brands and scaling international trade. With a proven track record in pre-rolls, accessories, and tobacco, he champions sustainability—driving eco-friendly, carbon-neutral practices to redefine the future of smoking worldwide.
Our team is growing rapidly, and we’re always on the lookout for talented individuals.
