He started his career as a marketing professional heading various brands in the FMCG sector and decided to plunge into entrepreneurship along with his wife Veena K. Now with over 700 salons across India as the CEO and Co- Founder, he has been involved in strategizing, developing and nurturing franchisees and running the organization to the best of his ability to make Naturals, the number 1 brand in the category of hair and beauty segment.
C K Kumaravel
A graduate from PSG College, CK Kumaravel along with his wife K Veena has changed the face of the salon industry from being viewed as a 'taboo' activity to a lifestyle industry in 2000. His long-term goal is to make Naturals the No.1 salon chain worldwide .His vision holds the dream of creating 1000 successful women entrepreneurs, 3000 salons, 50000 jobs by the end of 2025 across the globe. He started his career as a marketing professional heading various brands in the FMCG sector and decided to plunge into entrepreneurship along with his wife Veena K. Now with over 700 salons across India as the CEO and Co- Founder, he has been involved in strategizing, developing and nurturing franchisees and running the organization to the best of his ability to make Naturals, the number 1 brand in the category of hair and beauty segment. He is a good listener, has an eye for detail and encourages growth.
According to Kumaravel, “ A leader is one who works to get the best out of the team to achieve the desired end goal. A go-getter and self-motivator, aspiring his/her team to realize the goals and to materialise the individualistic passions and goals of each member of the team.”
Anita Roddick, is his role model. The idea of franchising the business came through her. He strongly believes that to run a successful business, one should not stop, nurture the dream, even when achieved. Miracles will happen.
A word of advice for budding leaders by Kumaravel, “Work Hard, work smart, when all else fails, don’t give up, you’re not at the end, you’re at the bridge of achieving something big. Listen to the still small voice in your heart.”
His business strategy is to help others also to win. Naturals is planning to open 3000 salons by 2025 and in the coming year He is planning to consolidate the existing business, increase sales revenue and reach new geographies.
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