Maharaja Foods Ltd. has appointed Imran Furkan and Melanga Doolwala as Non-Executive Independent Directors, marking a strategic move in the company’s leadership. Founded by the late visionary entrepreneur Sivasaraman Guganathan from Velani, Jaffna, Maharaja Food Products has been operational since 1995. The company focuses on sourcing premium-quality food items like rice, potatoes, onions, and lentils, supporting local farmers while delivering high-quality products to consumers. Over the years, Maharaja Foods has expanded its offerings to include rice-based and flour-based products, spices, fish-based products, and a range of grocery items, serving both local and international markets through distributors in Sri Lanka, France, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Imran Furkan, the newly appointed Director, brings a wealth of experience in personal leadership, strategy, and risk management. Currently serving as the CEO of Tresync in Australia, Imran is known for fostering collaboration and industry partnerships. He has held senior management and Board Directorship roles in various sectors across the Asia-Pacific region, including regulatory bodies, IT/GBS, finance, commodities, media, and professional services. Imran’s diverse expertise, coupled with his memberships in professional bodies like CPA Australia and CIMA UK, adds significant value to Maharaja Foods’ board.
Melanga Doolwala, another newly appointed Director, contributes over 23 years of experience in finance, specializing in financial management and strategy. Currently serving as a Non-Executive Independent Director at Chissworld PLC, Melanga oversees critical board functions at Maharaja Foods, including chairing the Audit Committee and Related Party Transactions Review Committee. His past roles at prominent organizations like Arpico Insurance PLC and Janashakthi Insurance PLC have honed his strategic financial acumen, making him a valuable addition to the company’s leadership team.
Following the passing of late Guganathan in 2016, Thavamalar Guganathan assumed leadership of Maharaja Foods, turning it into a women-owned enterprise. The company’s future plans include raising fresh equity capital to support its business expansion initiatives in the near future, demonstrating its commitment to growth and innovation in the food industry.