RAJAN C ACHUTHAN

State President

Rajan C A is a seasoned professional with a background in software engineering and entrepreneurship. He founded First Computers, a startup focused on software development, and established Spring Interiors and Developers and Spring Indoors, related to interior design and door manufacturing. He is also involved in service companies and works as an interior associate with prominent builders. Rajan is actively engaged in the Hindu Economic Forum (HEF) and holds the position of State President in the organization. He is married to Preethi and has two sons pursuing their respective academic and entrepreneurial ventures.

Ajaykumar C

State General Secretary

Ajaykumar C. is an educationist and entrepreneur with nearly three decades of experience. He founded Altech Computer Education in 1995, expanding it across Kerala, and currently heads Lakshmi College of Science, Technology & Management and H&H Global Education Pvt. Ltd. A committed leader, he serves as State General Secretary of HEF and has held key leadership roles in Rotary, JCI, and Lions organizations, earning multiple awards. He also serves as Director/Promoter in several cooperative and financial institutions. He is married to Mrs. Beena Ajay and is the proud father of two sons.

Sri. Prabath K

State Treasurer

Prabhath is the managing director of voltage solutions, a company which focuses on led lights and Water sys, which focus on water purification systems. He is also a partner of Totall services and maintenance and Totall realtors. He was involved in panchakarma therapy for 5 years and had 15 years experience in Ayurveda. He is a member of HEF since 2012 and was the former treasurer, secretary, district secretary and currently a state executive member.

CA P Shreekumar Menon

Immediate Past President

Shreekumar Menon is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in finance, investment, and business. He has completed courses in Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management from renowned institutions. He held leadership positions in the stock market, served on academic boards, and is a founder of Datamate Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd. He manages a stock broking firm and runs a financial consultancy. He is actively involved in teaching and speaking engagements. Additionally, he has a strong community and political presence, and his wife is a prominent political figure. With over 34 years of experience in the Capital Market, he is a highly accomplished professional in the field.

Dr. Prathapan K R

President Elect

Dr. Prathapan, born into a Vaidyan and astrology family, began his career in the Armed Forces before pursuing higher studies in Naturopathy and Public Administration. He went on to establish an Ayurveda hospital and the pioneering Lifeline nursing service, and played a key role in launching professional cooperative institutions in Thrissur while also serving as Director/Promoter of an NBFC. He currently holds Chairman and Director roles in multiple organizations and is actively involved in service bodies, serving as Charter President of the HEF Vadakumnathan Chapter and Trichur District President (2024–25). He is married to Dr. Kanaka Prathap, and together they manage Shahana’s Beauty Clinic and Apka Echo Village Resort, and are parents to two sons working in the airline industry.

Adv. Sandeep Menon

Vice President

Adv. Sandeep P Menon hails from Kozhikode, Kerala, India. He graduated in Physics from the University of Calicut, has his postgraduate degree in Business Management from Madras University, Postgraduate honours in Systems Management from the National Institute of Information and Technology, Madras, and LL.B from Government Law College, Kozhikode. He is the current State Vice President and Legal Advisor of Hindu Economic Forum. He is an Advocate and Senior Strategist by profession with more than 35 years of experience. He is the CEO and Chief Consultant of M/s BMF Legal, a reputed legal consultancy firm since 2005. He is married to Rajasree Sandeep, a postgraduate and a homemaker, and they are blessed with a son, Adv. Madhav P. Sandeep.

Balagopal Veliyath

Joint Secretary

Mr. Balagopal Veliyath is a seasoned leader with 40+ years of experience across the automotive tyre industry, hospitality, tourism, and aquaculture. He held senior management roles at CEAT Tyres and Apollo Tyres, later served as Director – Business Development at Le Meridien, Kovalam, and worked extensively in tourism in India and abroad. For the past 13 years, he has been with Kings Infra Ventures Limited (BSE-listed) and currently serves as its Executive Director, contributing to strategic growth and industry leadership. He is actively involved in community service through Rotary International, GOPIO, World Malayalee Council, and currently serves as State Joint Secretary, Hindu Economic Forum – Kerala.

Biju C Podikkalam

Executive Member

Biju Podikkalam serves as the Managing Director of Changanassery Nidhi Limited, indicating his involvement in the financial and business sector. Additionally, he holds the position of District Treasurer in the Kottayam district for Bharathiya Vyapari Vyavasai Sangham, highlighting his active participation in a trade and commerce association.

Vikram Menon

Executive Member

Vikram Menon is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry. Beginning his career with an international hotel chain, he later founded and successfully leads his own tour and travel venture, with operations extending to Indonesia and the Maldives. He currently serves as State IT Coordinator of HEF (2025–present), having earlier held roles as Founder President of the HEF Sangameswara Irinjalakuda Chapter, Thrissur District Secretary (2023–24), and State Chapter Development Coordinator (2024–25). Vikram is also the current President of the Lions Club of Vellangalloor, actively contributing to community service. He is married to Subha Vikram and is a proud father of two sons, Arjun Menon and Arnav Menon.

Suresh Nambiar

Executive Member

Suresh Nambiar is a veteran businessman with 36+ years of experience in trading, manufacturing, and services. He is the Director of Royal Globelia Maritime Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and a Partner at Globelia International LLP, specializing in building and architectural materials. A committed family man and community leader, he has held key roles in HEF and is an active member of the Rotary and Lions Clubs.

Pradeep V

Executive Member

Pradeep V is an IT professional and entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience in the technology industry. He brings strong technical expertise combined with proven entrepreneurial skills, having successfully built and managed IT businesses. Alongside his business ventures, he is actively involved in the IT training and skill development sector, mentoring students and professionals. Pradeep also demonstrates strong leadership and networking capabilities through his active roles in JCI and BNI, contributing to organizational growth and community development.