Rangaraj Ravindran
CEO
VST Group India
Rangaraj Ravindran is a seasoned strategist and business turnaround specialist, boasts over 34 years of global expertise in the Automotive and Engineering sectors in India and Oman. Currently the CEO, he is dedicated to customer-centric, results-oriented, and profit-focused leadership. Having successfully led Mahindra and Volkswagen businesses, he now steers the BYD Franchise with P&L responsibility.
He is also a MCA qualified independent director.
He presented successful examples of Indian companies aligning sustainability for financial and social gains, while also offering suggestions to tackle common challenges in this alignment. Below are the key extracts from the exclusive interaction.
1. How do incorporating sustainability principles into corporate governance impact a company's long-term success and reputation?
The key elements of good Corporate Governance of an Organisation are its ability to consistently and successfully consider environmental, social and ethical factors in all the decisions that it makes. Such decisions not only benefit the planet but also attracts responsible investors and customers. Sustainable practices can also lead to cost savings, improved efficiency, and innovation.
A commitment to corporate responsibility builds trust and enhances the and enhances the company's reputation. Consumers today prefer businesses that care about the environment and community.
Moreover, sustainable governance helps mitigate risks associated with environmental and social issues, safeguarding the company's future.
This story is from the June 2024 edition of CEO Insights.
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