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CEO WHO STILL DREMS LIKE AN INTERN EP 360

July 04, 2025 • Payal Nanjiani

Tentu Venkataramana | Group CEO-JR Group of Industries

Venkataramana is a conglomerate with diverse interests in areas like iron, steel, and secondary manufacturing. He is a management graduate from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, and has a career spanning high-profile organizations like Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T). He is known for his leadership in driving business performance and his frequent speaking engagements on topics ranging from motivational and leadership skills to technological innovation and manufacturing practices.

Tentu Venkataramana has a track record of developing innovative technologies, inspiring teams, and driving significant business growth, as seen in his previous roles at BHEL and L&T.

He is a sought-after speaker on topics related to leadership, management, and technology, with over 10,000 hours of speaking experience. He has spoken at prestigious events and platforms like the Economic Times (India), Manufacturing Today (India), and the International Forge Master Meet.

Tentu Venkataramana has received two awards from the President of India for his innovative energy conservation technologies in 2015 and 2017. He has also been recognized as an "Inspirational Icon for Young Generation".

He is actively involved in industry events and conferences, including Fabex25 in Pune, where he discussed the synergy between Operational Excellence, ESG, and Industry 4.0.

He is actively involved in transforming JR Group into a world-class conglomerate, driving improvements in business performance, departmentalization, turnover, and net worth.

He is the author of the upcoming book "Rewrite Your Future," shared on LinkedIn.