In-depth profiling of siegwerk reps. Based on these give individual options what the headlines of their interviews and op-eds can be. Keep in back mind this is for after BD has set the regulation for the must usage of toluene-free ink. 


*Ashish Pradhan-
President Asia, Siegwerk
An Engineer with a Post Graduate Degree in Management Studies, an industry leader with a passion to grow and nurture organizations - their businesses and cultures. He has worked extensively in the chemicals and packaging industry for over 30 years which has given me an opportunity to develop a diverse and insightful perspective. He has been associated with several business turn around projects, many of which he led. He have a keen desire to contribute towards overall societal development and also towards the packaging industry through mentoring promising young start-ups and individuals.
Ashish took over as CEO Siegwerk India in 2016 and was promoted as President, Siegwerk India and Greater China in 2019. He has been responsible for growing the Siegwerk business in the Indian sub-continent and turning around Siegwerk China into a profitable entity. He has brought in a vibrant culture change to the Organisations in India and China. 
Ashish assumed the role of President Asia for Siegwerk on 1st January 2021, which includes the South East Asia business, along with India and Greater China.

*Angshuman Mukherjee-
Country Head - Bangladesh
1995-2014 : Professional journey started with Coates ( Now DIC India Ltd ) in the field of technology. Eventually moved to business development to assume more commercial responsibilities. Successfully launched DIC's adhesive venture in India in leadership role. Elevated as Regional Manager to lead Liquid Inks and Adhesive business of DIC, Northern Region.

Aug 2014 : In search of new challenges moved to Siegwerk India Ltd, as Head of Application Technology (Flexible Packaging).Challenge was to move to a new entity in Flex Pack segment and establish its worldwide leadership position in India too. 

2014-2019 : Completed 5 years of eventful journey at Siegwerk. Successfully manged to support food safe packaging initiative by FSSAI through transition of Toluene Free Migration Optimised Swiss Ordinance and IS compliant ink system in coordination with leading brand owners (Nestle, General Mills, Mondelez, Ferrero, Pepsico, Perfetti and many more) and converters (Amcor, Jhaveri, Constantia, Uflex, Huhtamaki, ITC, Uma... long list)

Part of process optimisation, formulation rework, team building, knowledge partner for various allied industries (Henkel, Bobst, W&H, Daetwyler, Afflatus, Rossini etc) to make Toluene Free journey successful by mitigating the challenges associated with it by enhancing the application knowledge linked with new technologies and optimising the commercial impact by various cost optimisation tools.

Siegwerk today the leading established brand in India as Compliant Gravure and Flexo ink manufacturer in food safe packaging world.

Looking forward to contribute to the cause of sustainability the latest initiative of packaging world after the era of product safety and regulations in changing regulatory landscape.

2020 (Jan to Aug) : Additional responsibilities assigned to manage export business of Siegwerk India as Head of Application Technology and Exports ( Flex Pack & Tobacco ).

2020 (Aug to till date ) : Most exciting journey started as Country Head Bangladesh of new legal entity Siegwerk Bangladesh Ltd. Will shift base to Dhaka for next 3 years to assume overall responsibilities of Siegwerk Bangladesh.
*Jatin Takkar- Head of Product Safety and Regulatory, Siegwerk
a Food technologist with over a decade of experience in the area of Food Safety and Regulatory. he has been responsible for the activities in terms of improving quality from design to delivery. he  is passionate and working hard to bring change in the area of safety aspects of Food contact materials and have been actively spreading awareness on the topic by writing articles as well as speaking at various forums.

He can help brand owners and other stakeholders in the market to understand the concepts of packaging safety and sustainability as well as develop an effective implementation plan to ensure safe and sustainable packaging for the consumers.

If anyone would like to know more about subjects like Food safety, Legal requirements, Food contact materials, Sustainability, he is the guy to go to.

*Dipshikha Banerjee- Head of Technology | Flexible packaging | Project Management | Team Building

Dipshikha Banerjee believes that the success of the Business of Chemistry relies not only on chemical bonding between atoms but also on the collaboration and connection between people, particularly under favorable conditions. She considers her greatest skill to be her ability to listen attentively. She opted for a career in the industry instead of academia because she was more interested in addressing current challenges and finding solutions through careful listening.
In her current role, Dipshikha's responsibilities can be divided into three parts. Firstly, she is involved in Chemistry, focusing on the development and application of environmentally friendly ink and coating solutions for the Flexible Packaging sector. Secondly, she handles Communications, where she presents products and provides technical advice to customers, as well as internal and external stakeholders. Lastly, she participates in Operations, closely collaborating with Production and Sales teams, and attending print trials to observe her products in action.
Dipshikha's industry career commenced by leading a technical liaison team between a well-established Business Unit in Germany and an emerging one in Asia. The combination of her unique journey greatly contributed to her personal and professional growth in her current role. Her Indian background provided valuable insights into the cultures and markets of the Asian region, while her six years of experience in renowned Swiss institutions, working in diverse and cosmopolitan groups, gave her a comprehensive understanding of European working styles.
Dipshikha retains a fascination for Reaction Mechanisms and occasionally indulges in studying them. This fascination also reflects her problem-solving approach, characterized by a meticulous unfolding of solutions complemented by bursts of innovation.