Friday, 16 November 2012

Chitrak Shah As The New Age Entrepreneur Who Has Diversified The Shivalik Group


Chitrak Shah, a name to remember and to learn from. Born into a business did not let him take it for granted, he worked hard towards a formal degree in business management and when the time came for him to join the company a challenge was thrown at him. It was the recession, a time that every business dreads and especially since the Shivalik Group dealt in Real estate this was an especially hard blow. Still, not one to let defeat take over he used all his inborn skills for business take over and ensured that the business rode over the storm to be one of the best and most reliable names in the business.

Starting out from Rajkot, the Shivalik Group is today one of the best names in the real estate industry and this is not a forgiving business where every failure means heavy losses and a loss of clients. Chitrak Shah used his youth in his favour by bringing out innovative ideas and design options that appealed to those looking for commercial and residential office space. Known now for his expertise in planning and administration he has been a pioneer in some of the best building designs seen in Gujarat. The company’s buildings in Gujarat’s cities like Ahmadabad, Surat and even in Rajkot have all been appreciated not only for the design but also for the quality of the structure.

Apart from the real estate business, Shivalik group has also diversified into the Hospitality business with hotels in Rajkot and in Ahmadabad. These have also been developed under the able guidance of Chirtak Shah and are popular places for tourists as well as with the steady inflow of business people who come to these cities every day. Managing companies is no small task and with the 25 companies that are run by the Shivalik Group, Mr. Chitrak Shah has his hands full. Still there is attention to detail in every sphere of the business and his leadership skills are undoubted.

Chitrak Shah is also active on the social level and is on the advisory board for the YMCA Ahmadabad and also is a founder member of the Entrepreneur Organisation for Ahmadabad. Being involved in so many diverse activities takes stable mind and is a reflection of the trust placed in the individual by the society as well. Under his able leadership the Shivalik group is also ISO 9001 certified which is a big step towards the dream that the family has of going global in their enterprises. Maintaining expertise in the workplace requires trained staff and the Shivalik Group has employees that are professionals and experts in their respective departments.

The real estate business headed by Chitrak Shah has retail commercial space for offices and shops as well as comfortable and chic residential areas for individual discerning clients in Gujarat. Almost single handedly the perception of how an investment in real estate should be like has changed under his expert guidance. He has proved himself to be an able and practical administrator for a company as diverse as the Shivalik Group.   

Chitrak Shah Has Proven His Mettle With His Successful Leadership Of The Shivalik Group


The real estate business like any other is completely affected by the ups and downs of economy and any recession that a country faces. The Shivalik Group was no different and this was the scenario when Mr. Chitrak Shah the elder son of Mr. Satish Shah took over the reins of this company. In a short span of time he was able to not only turn around the fortunes of the company but more importantly established the company’s name as a name to be noticed in an industry that is very competitive. 

Recession is a tough time for any industry and the real estate business is no different but it also takes the efforts of young entrepreneurs like Chitrak Shah to inject fresh life into a system that needs innovation and an eye for design to attract clients with changing needs and requirements. Chitrak had a lot to shoulder and all the credit goes to him to being able to face responsibilities and doing a great job at the end of it. With single minded determination, he pulled on all his ideas and sensibilities to construct projects like the Shivalik Florette and Shivalik High Street as examples. With acumen in design and planning that helped in the planning and construction of these buildings Shivalik Group prospered under the his leadership.

The business started by his father Mr. Satish Shah bloomed under Chitrak Shah who breathed fresh life into traditional business practices. With just a few words he let his work speak for him and it did in volumes. A professional degree helped to hone his inborn skills for business and starting out from the business oriented city of Rajkot he has ensured that the company has never looked back. He is a professional holding an MBA degree that has helped in conceptualizing new projects and ensuring its implementation in the best possible way. Planning projects and designing are Chitrak Shahs USP along with effective administration.

Chitrak Shah enforces the group’s belief in quality and in maintaining a working respectful relationship with clients and business associates alike. Having already proved his mettle in very adverse situations Chitrak has shown a wisdom and entrepreneurship beyond his young years and is a worthy leader to look up to and to follow. This trust in him has been reflected by his appointment to the advisory board of the YMCA Ahmadabad and as a founder member of the Ahmadabad EO. The EO is Entrepreneurs Organisation, a body dedicated to bringing together all the best entrepreneurs of the world together.

The Shivalik group oversees 25 companies under its banner and each one excels in quality and customer service in accordance with the vision of its MD, Chitrak Shah. The group is ISO 9001 certified and their landmark projects have been appreciated by the industry and clients as well. He also believes in hiring the best for his group of companies and the technical and administrative staff is all experts in their fields. There is a lot to be imbibed from him and he is a great example of Indian Businessmen of this generation. 

The Future Of The Shivalik Group Is Brighter In The Competent Hands Of Chitrak Shah


Chitrak Shah is everything that an entrepreneur should be. With a vision that is modern but with traditional roots deeply ingrained through his upbringing he embodies the modern Indian businessman with ethics in place ensuring that customers get their money’s worth. The family owned business Shivalik Group has been established by Mr. Satish Shah and his son has shouldered the responsibility of taking this business to great heights and has done an excellent job so far. He doesn’t need to be eloquent when his actions have been doing all the talking. With great strides in building and development of retail commercial and residential spaces the company has become a very well known name in the industry.

The Shivalik group that has established itself into a name to reckon with has had many well known projects that have been very appreciated among clients and even among competition. Retail residential areas as well as commercial areas for businesses and offices have been sold out in all their projects and new developments are also underway. Chitrak Shah has ensured that the family’s business is among the best of the real estate options that are available and these ambitious ventures have kept the business in the top category.

Success in any field comes at some price. In this case for Chitrak Shah success has been achieved with a lot of hard work and an ambition to bring the business forward to its full potential. In spite of his young age he has made Shivalik Group a name work remembering. The skylines of Gujarat’s cities have been transformed with the beautiful buildings that Shivalik Group have added to it. Cities in Gujarat like Rajkot, Ahmadabad and even Surat have had beautiful buildings added to its real estate and the quality and design concepts have been popular with discerning clients.

The credit for all this must go to Chitrak Shah. As the MD of this group he has ensured that not only has the company progressed into newer spheres but has broken into new ground like the hospitality industry. The platinum group of Hotels is also a hotel chain run by the family and these are very popular hotels that are managed with the same professionalism as every other project under the Shivalik Group. This group runs about 25 companies and he is a leading light for all of these and his overseeing has steered the company into a better future for all their endeavors.

Chitrak Shah is also active in society and is on the advisory board of the YMCA Ahmadabad and is also a founder of the Entrepreneurs Organisation for Ahmadabad. The EO showcases entrepreneurs from across the globe and is a great way for like minded people to interact and to exchange ideas. Any business has its ups and downs and it needs a strong leader to be able to steer a company through lean times in order to maintain its equilibrium and he has proven his leadership skills in the sphere of business.

Chitrak Shah Has Overcome Hurdles To Ensure The Success Of The Family Business


Chitrak Shah is the Managing Director of the prominent Shivalik Group and is counted among the young entrepreneurs of Gujarat.  The Shah family has been in the real estate business for a short time but has made their mark in this very demanding industry. The first step in the real estate business was taken by the scion of the family Mr. Satish Shah and the business was taken forward and expanded by his son, Chitrak into the large business that it is today. Today the Shivalik group is ISO certified and reflects all the care and attention that the family has lavished on it. 

The dreams of the father have been carried on by the son, and Mr. Chitrak Shah has on his more than capable shoulders managed to expand the business as well as increase sales noticeably bringing the group into prominence in the industry. With a clear vision for his plans and a keen eye for the best properties Chitrak has been able to get very profitable real estate for the business which has been converted into retail commercial space as well as residential space for sale. With a definite emphasis on quality and fine design, the properties sold by the group are works of art.
Chitrak Shah has also taken into account the constant shift of fortunes in the real estate industry and has been able to maintain a standard that is unmatched and unquestionable even when the market has faced a grim period. It is this commitment to quality that has kept the company’s flag flying even in trying times. It has been Chitrak's understanding of the market and a keen sense of business that has ensured this. This young man has learnt from his mistakes and this has helped him to hone his leadership powers and improved the decisions that he has had to make.

Mr. Chitrak Shah has seen to it that the company expands into other lucrative fields as well and has an interest in the hospitality sector as well. The Platinum group of Hotels is now an established presence in the industry and there are hotels bearing this name in Ahmadabad and in Rajkot. There are also projects that offer office space and retail outlet facilities in important cities like Rajkot, Ahmadabad and in Surat. When there is no compromise on quality there is no space for errors. This is the motto that Chitrak lives by and this is the guarantee given to clients as well. The Shivalik group has now expanded itself into 25 companies and Chitrak’s vision to go Global is definitely taking shape.

Apart from work, Mr. Chitrak Shah is a prominent member in the Entrepreneurs Organisation for Gujarat also known as the EO. This organization showcases entrepreneurs from across the globe and Mr. Shah is a prominent member of this group. He is also on the advisory committee for the YMCA in Ahmadabad. Both are prestigious organizations and reflect Mr.Chitrak’s standing in society not only in business but in the social sphere as well.  

The Re-Emergence Of The Shivalik Group Is A Testament To The Hard Work Of Its MD. Chitrak Shah


Chitrak Shah, a new age entrepreneur with all the vision and capabilities required to turn his dreams into projects that not only meet and exceed expectations but also spell quality with great design concepts. He is part of a business family that has maintained commitment to quality and a desire to bring their expertise to the various cities that they have business interest in. The first of two sons, he is the Managing Director for the Shivalik Group. This company is among the top companies in the state of Gujarat that deal in real estate. 

Excelling in marketing concepts with innovation with a keen eye towards feasibility and practicality, he excels in the administration and various aspects of project planning on a large commercial scale. The Shivalik Group is now present in various business interests in Gujarat and has 25 companies under the banner of Shivalik Group, all managed excellently by him.  This group has a vision to change the scenario in real estate for the better and has various properties in cities like Rajkot, Ahmadabad etc.

There is a strong interest in the hospitality industry as well and that company is headed under the brand name of Platinum also under Chitrak Shah’s able administration. By overseeing purchase of properties that have had great potential with his far sightedness, Chitrak Shah has been involved in all the properties that have been used for retail and commercial purposes for the Platinum Group as well.  Being part of a large business empire has its ups and downs as well and in spite of detractors he has managed to keep a positive aspect in everything that he does for the business as well as in his personal life.

In spite of being immersed in the various aspects of running these companies, Chitrak Shah is also one of the founder members of the Entrepreneurs Organisation for Gujarat. This is a global network of business owners from across the world and Mr. Shah is in the Finance Chair of this esteemed organisation as well. The YMCA in Ahmadabad is also a designated international center and he is on the advisory board for this esteemed organization. This speaks a lot of the respect that this young businessman commands not only in the business circles that he moves in but also in the social sphere as well.

While being a business magnate with all the demands of a growing empire Mr. Chitrak Shah has also kept himself accessible to people who wish to connect with him for business and otherwise. Especially for those who wish to learn from him will find in him a willing and patient leader to follow. The company has under his able guidance never compromised on quality and ethics even under adverse market conditions and financially unstable times. This is one of the factors that has earned the Shivalik Group a good name in the business and has helped the company to establish themselves in the very competitive world of business in Gujarat.