Anand Ladsariya

Anand Ladsariya is a prominent entrepreneur and angel investor who founded and currently serves as the Managing Director of Everest Flavours Pvt. Ltd.12 Here are some key details about him:

Professional Background

Anand Ladsariya, now 57 years old, is a first-generation entrepreneur who started his business journey in the early 1980s at the age of 25.1 He began as a trader in menthol and peppermint oils before establishing Everest Flavours in 1983.12

Everest Flavours Pvt. Ltd

Everest Flavours is a manufacturer and exporter of menthol, peppermint oil, and essential oils.1 Under Ladsariya's leadership, the company has grown significantly:

• Started with a factory in Mumbai in 1986 that could produce 50 tonnes of menthol crystals
• Current production capacity has increased to 2,500 tonnes
• Exports 95-99% of its products, with China being a major market
• Achieved revenues of Rs 123.45 crore in 2013/14

Angel Investing

Aside from his role at Everest Flavours, Anand Ladsariya is well-known in the angel investing community.1 Since 2007, he has:

• Invested Rs 6.5 crore in over 60 companies
• Backed notable startups such as OYO Rooms, GreenDust, and Speakwell

Business Strategy

Ladsariya has implemented several strategies to ensure Everest Flavours' success:

• Mitigating risk by selling one-third of the company's produce under a fixed-formula long-term contract
• Focusing on value-added products like blended oils to improve margins
• Adapting to market changes, such as the recent Chinese economic slowdown

Anand Ladsariya's LinkedIn profile confirms his position as the Owner of Everest Flavours Pvt. Ltd., based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.3