Leadership

Our founder, Shri Dinesh Ishvarlal Gawarvala, was a visionary known for his unwavering adherence to his purpose. He is remembered by Rubber King family not just as the founder but as a man who helped thousands of men and women
realize their dreams! He was not just a person; he was an institution by himself.

An automobile engineer by qualification, he excelled in his profession during his early years. The professional experience helped him become a leader among his peers. Though he was happy with his professional success, the
entrepreneur within him desired to do more. He wanted to help more people to realize their
dreams. These thoughts led to the idea of establishing the first automotive rubber flap manufacturing unit at Vatva.

The manufacturing unit with a small team of employees was a great success, with Dinesh Gawarvala having been able to establish business relationships with leading tyre manufacturers. This led to the establishment of more manufacturing units and diversification. More people were employed at the plants, from floor workers to technocrats and business strategists.

As we fondly addressed him, DIG Sir was a people person, amiable and always available to the employees. He firmly believed that people could deliver wonders if they were encouraged and their efforts recognized. Always full of energy, he earned respect through his deeds.

Today, Rubber King stands tall among its peers thanks to the legacy of our beloved founder. Many of us remember him for his ever-encouraging words and how he made a difference in our lives. He was a Guru in the true sense. His words of wisdom continue to inspire us!                  

One of the founding directors of Rubber King since 1988, Mr. Samir Gawarvala continues to control and oversee all business operations, people, and ventures. Under his able leadership, the Company is steadily scaling up the ladder of success and has carved a niche for itself in the tube and tyre market.

In 1988, Mr. Gawarvala joined his father Shri Dinesh Gawarvala in establishing the organization. The father-son duo worked shoulder to shoulder relentlessly for the growth and development of the enterprise. He could attract and nourish the best talents for the company through his amiable, soft nature and the results were wonderful. His people-centric approach has paid rich dividends in terms of business expansion and profitability.

A hard-core strategist, Mr. Gawarvala oversees the laying out of business strategies across all verticals of the organization. His approach to consulting and listening to his advisors makes him the most respected person in the organization. As the CEO and Managing Director, Mr. Gawarvala ensures that the board of directors, top managers of the Company, and all other stakeholders walk the talk and take the next step in their path to success.

The Company has been able to scale new heights, year after year, thanks to the continued efforts of Mr. Gawarvala. It was he who took the products to overseas customers and today the exports are bringing in a major chunk of revenue for the business. The Company has received accolades and awards for its exports/ export promotion activities from various authorities and associations, including Govt. of India. Under his able leadership, the Company opened its office in UAE to promote its products across Asia and Africa, and the initiative has paid off very well.

Apart from being a successful businessman, Mr. Gawarvala is associated with various organizations and social initiatives engaged in the service of society. As the head of the enterprise, Mr. Gawarvala involves himself in CSR activities and sees that every penny spent reaches beneficiaries, be it a Govt. School or a social organization for the upliftment of the downtrodden.

A man of high caliber, Mr. Gawarvala is a professional who provides inspiration, motivation, and guidance to the leaders and managers in the Company to make sure that the enterprise achieves its objectives effectively and efficiently.

A self-driven, highly proactive professional, managing multiple verticals across the organization. A Leader with a deep passion for innovation and technology, he is responsible for product management, sales and marketing, and human resource management. ‘Jack of all trades and master of many’ aptly describes his personality traits. He is a person with a clear focus on organizational goals and strategies for accomplishment.

Mr. Gawarvala is a graduate of Engineering Management from Arizona State University, USA.

A trusted lieutenant of the top management, Mr. Gawarvala is leading the organization with his core competencies in assessing customer requirements and product designing, researching, and conducting design sprints, prioritization and drawing product road maps, optimization of resource allocations, performing market assessments and firming up product leadership, pricing, and revenue modelling, with the sole aim of making it a win-win for both the organization and the clients.

Mr. Gawarvala is a team player with an uncanny ability to solve problems. He loves to listen to the issues faced by teams and keeps his communication channel clear. He believes in bringing out the best in every team member through encouragement and appreciation. He is the ‘go to’ person in the organization.