Ashok Chaturvedi, founder, chairman and managing director of multinational flexible packaging solutions company UFlex, has been honored with the ‘Business Leader of the Decade’ award at the 21st Indo-US Economic Summit, themed “Building Bridges, Shaping Futures: Pioneering Pathways for 21st Century Growth”, held on 24 September.
The award recognizes Chaturvedi’s contribution to the global flexible packaging industry and his leadership in driving innovation and sustainability.
During the summit, Chaturvedi spoke on the role flexible packaging plays in India’s exports to the US. He highlighted the role of flexible packaging across the entire spectrum of food security and accessibility.
He made a strong submission to IACC member organizations and Jorgan K Andrews, deputy chief of mission at the US embassy, to take the lead and pledge to make the planet clean while highlighting the need for adequate recycling infrastructure supported by a stronger waste collection ecosystem, biodegradable polymers and innovative flexible packaging materials.
“The flexible packaging industry has the potential to drive economic growth, enhance food security, ensure accessibility, and promote sustainability. UFlex remains committed to shaping the future of the industry and delivering on these critical goals,” he said, adding, “Being conferred the Business Leader award is truly humbling, and I am sincerely grateful for the honor.”
The event included a panel discussion on the role of ‘Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in addressing climate change’ featuring Jeevaraj G Pillai, director – sustainability and president – flexible packaging and new product development, Uflex. He shared insights into the company’s sustainability initiatives. Pillai highlighted UFlex’s commitment to sustainability through the development of recyclable multi-layered packaging and other initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprint.
He said, “As ESG principles reshape global business strategies, UFlex is committed to aligning all its operations with these goals. We are constantly innovating to ensure our packaging solutions are not only efficient but also environmentally responsible while supporting an ethical supply chain that prioritizes sustainability and social responsibility.”
The summit was attended by Jorgan K Andrews, deputy chief of mission at the US Embassy, guest of honor, who highlighted the importance of Indo-US collaboration.
