Mr. N Venkateswaran, a science graduate from Madras University joined M/s Ram-Nath & Co in the year 1966 after some work experience with a multi-national company. Under his guidance, Ram-Nath experienced its transformation from being an ‘Acid Company’ to a professionally managed sales and distribution organization handling various specialty chemicals, polymers, and additives.

Mr. Venkateswaran has always played an active role in the development of the chemical trade and industry. He was one of the founders of the Chemical Industries Association and the Past President of Tamil Nadu Dyes & Chemicals Merchants Association. The Chemical Industries Association conferred on him a “RASA UDYOG RATNA” award for his significant contribution to the cause of the chemical industry. He was also the recipient of a “RASAYAN SHREE” award from Tamil Nadu Dyes & Chemicals Merchants Association for his outstanding contribution to the Association’s growth. The Federation of Madras Merchants & Manufactures’ Association conferred on M/s Ram-Nath & Co. Pvt. Ltd a “MOITA” award for Trust & Trade Excellence in the year 2018-19.

An active Rotarian for over 55 years, he was also the former president of the Rotary Club of Madras South. He was an enthusiastic cricket player and participated in local league tournaments in Chennai & Calcutta. Later on, he developed a passion for tennis and was an active player until a few years back.

He has had a ringside view of the chemical industry for over 55 years, which enabled him to author a book titled “FOOTPRINTS OF INDIAN CHEMICAL INDUSTRY”, an attempt never been made by anyone earlier and it was published in the year 2019. Mr. Venkateswaran, as the Managing Director of Ram-Nath, is still providing his leadership to the organization.