KK Modi – President, Modi Enterprises

Born in Patiala, India, Krishan Kumar Modi (August 27, 1940) is the eldest son of Rai Bahadur Gujarmal Modi, the founder of Modi Enterprises. Moving away from the traditional businesses of the family, K. K. Modi has been guiding the Group’s strategic development and giving it overall direction. He has shaped the Group’s core philosophy and vision, and has been involved with every major development and decision, as it grew to become one of India’s leading corporate houses. He is at currently at the helm of an aggressive growth plan that will catapult the Group into the global arena within the next five years. Mr. Modi is known for his hands on approach to business and as the head of the Corporate Management Council – the apex decision making body of the Group, he plays a key role in steering the Group companies and giving shape to the Group’s vision for the future.

A true visionary, K. K. Modi has made a significant contribution to Indian industry and holds numerous positions in industry, trade, education, sports and charitable organisations. He is the President of the Confederation of Asia Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI); Member of the Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management (Lucknow) and Life Member of the All India Heart Foundation (Delhi) and has had a successful stint as a past President of FICCI (1997-98) and President of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry.