MUMBAI: Ashtech (India) Private Ltd- India's largest Processor, Distributor, Exporter, and Transporter of Fly Ash and other building materials is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ajay Pathik as the CEO of Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd., Microfine Products Division. With over thirty years of experience in the building materials and construction sector, Mr. Pathik joins Ashtech as a valuable addition to the leadership team.

Mr. Pathiks's career is marked by his vision and operational expertise in leadership roles both domestically and internationally. His previous positions include CEO and COO roles at companies specializing in specialty products as well as significant tenures at Ambuja Cement Ltd and LafargeHolcim Singapore. Most recently, he held the position of CEO at Ultrafine Mineral & Admixtures Private Ltd in Mumbai.

In his new role at Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd., Microfine Products Division Mr. Pathik will be responsible for driving initiatives, managing operations, and fostering innovation in building materials. His leadership will prioritize business growth, sustainability practices, and improving customer satisfaction. With a background in marketing strategies, Mr. Pathik is well-equipped to guide Ashtech India toward achieving its long-term objectives amidst changing market dynamics.

"We're pleased to introduce Mr. Ajay Pathik as the new CEO of our Microfine Products Division " mentioned Mr. Sanjay Mandhania who holds the position of Director, at Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd. "His extensive experience and strong leadership in the field will play a crucial role in driving our innovation and expansion, within the building materials industry."

On his appointment, Mr. Ajay Pathik said “It’s an honor to join Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd, I am excited to work and partner with the outstanding team to lead the company into the future. My focus will be to drive business growth, spearhead innovation in building materials, P&L responsibility, and ensure sustainability practices that are integrated into operations. I hereby look forward to giving my best and driving Ashtech to a new height”

Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd. envisions itself as a professionally managed company dedicated to achieving total customer satisfaction and maximizing stakeholder value. Ashtech aims to cultivate an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit within an empowered team, consistently striving to create value and achieve global benchmarks. Fostering a culture of care, trust, and continuous learning, Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd. is committed to meeting the expectations of its employees, stakeholders, and society at large.

Mr. Pathik holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Government Engineering College, Ujjain MP, and PGEMP from SP Jain Institute of Management & Research Mumbai and also pursued professional development courses at prestigious institutions including St. Gallen University Switzerland, Duke Corporate Education London UK, IIM Kolkata, and ISB Mohali.

Mr. Ajay Pathik's dedication to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the construction and building materials industry, positions him as a pivotal figure in shaping the future of Ashtech (India) Pvt. Ltd.

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