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Abhishek Khaitan Managing Director, Radico Khaitan H aving launched fifteen different liquor brands in the country, Abhishek Khaitan understands the pulse of the Indian customer. Perhaps the busiest at the moment is Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin, though others like Rampur Indian Single Malt Whisky have also made a mark. Both are now being exported globally, which makes Khaitan say, “My advice to the next generation of entrepreneurs is to believe in themselves. They should have clear targets in mind and focus on achieving them. Also never take shortcuts for short term gains, rather focus on the long-term and work diligently towards achieving your dream.” The public limited company is actively expanding its production capabilities in Rampur. No wonder that he says, “Work isn’t time-bound. Owing to my demanding lifestyle, I often work late into the evenings.” It’s what allows the rest of us to pour a drink, so, ‘Cheers,’ to that. “Excitement is the word which comes to mind when I think of Monday as Monday marks the beginning of a new week’s adventure. A day to start off your week to do meaningful work.” Abhishek Parameswaran Country Manager - India & Sub-continent, Remy Cointreau W ith a portfolio that includes LOUIS XIII, The Botanist, Cointreau, Bruichladdich and Remy Martin, Abhishek Parameswaran has a varied portfolio that he oversees. Bringing his previous spirits experience to the fore, he’s led a progressive change in the route to market structure, allowing for accelerated growth in the long term. No wonder he says, “Luxury is having that time and space in a world with almost none, and respecting the time-honoured traditions passed down to us.” An avid sport fan, Parameswaran lists London as one of his favourite cities, “ ... for its vivacity and multiculturalism (and because it’s home to Arsenal),” and says that pre-Covid, he used to play football atleast once a week. His advice is, “Don’t look for shortcuts. Do the basics first, and do them well. Understand people, not as a mass of consumers but humans making individual choices with their hard- earned time and money.” “Right now, I think we are still reacting, imbibing and processing. The hope is for a world more aware of what we collectively need to do, to ensure a brighter future for generations to come” 86 | | 87