Under Forty: Amar B Chhajed (Webtech Labels)

Amar is an exemplar of the old adage, actions speak louder than words; Webtech’s size and stature are nonpareil and Chhajed is a man of few words. The only thing he invests his time in (after sleep) is in expanding capacities and increasing reach.

19 Dec 2014 | By Tanvi Parekh

What is your greatest print / business achievement to date?
Our partnership with Huhtamaki.

What technology has made the biggest difference to your business?
UV flexo.

What do you prefer: a mentor in the industry or brain storming with like-aged?
Brain storming with like-aged.

The most frequently used mantra in your organisation?
Never say no. Customer’s interest is our interest.

If you won Rs 25 crores what would you invest in? Why?
It will be spent to bring home a combination of printing machines; flexo, offset, gravure, digital, and screen. This way, I can utilise the best of all processes.

For a working lunch if you met the PM of India, what would you talk to him about?
Improving the country’s education, medical and infrastructure facilities.

One person who impressed you with wisdom. Why?
My father for his simplicity.

The IT system in your firm
Shuttleworth.

When you see a great piece of print created by your competitor, what is your reaction?
“Wow! We should do this, too…”

Your favourite travel destination. Why?
Anywhere in Europe. The reasons are three; the natural beauty, art and clean air that one can enjoy there.

If you were NOT in this industry, you would have …
Been a farmer.