Parag Shah is a
man that showed to the world that through dedication and passion, anything is
possible! A simple man hailing from Akola, Maharashtra, he had the inner
enthusiasm and creativity that led to his prominence. Today, his company exports
checking
fixtures products to 13 countries of the world and secure annual
turnover of 20+ crores for him.
Parag Shah – the triumphant struggler!
Parag Shah was a
quick learner and had charm for the art value. For years, he found his
enthusiasm in Ganpati decoration in Pune through Styrofoam and other materials.
This was sheer creativity that he later polished and emerged as one of the
biggest manufacturer and exporter of automotive fixtures in India and world. However,
his journey has been that of a struggler and during which, he never faltered!
He stood strong against the winds and always found inspiration through his
creative potentials. He joined Tata Motors way back in 1980 and in 1983
switched to Bajaj Auto where he worked for 12 years. It was here that a senior
officer Mr. B. R. Karnawat truly read his abilities. At Kinetic Motors too, he
worked for six years! Earlier, he also toiled as a salesman for a biscuit seller!
During his stays in the leading motor companies, his creative abilities found
resonance that he nurtured throughout; after which he finally established his
company in 1995 under the banner of Unique Circle Gasket Company (later Unique
Circle Group).
Today, Parag Shah
is a name to be reckoned with in the world of ‘automotive checking fixtures’ and he manufactures for the leading motor brands
in different countries. His worth is propelled by no less than 200+ workforce
spread in 3 – 4 enterprises. In 2016-17, he won ‘Worldwide Achievers Award for Best Fixtures and SPM Manufacturers’.
Earlier, he was awarded the Udyog Bharti
Award (2007-08) and Dun &
Bradstreet (2012-13).
A good heart within –
Parag Shah also
undertakes CSR initiatives and organizes blood donation campaigns apart from
helping the poor for med treatment. He sponsors treatment of one person at YCM
Hospital every year!
Parag Shah never felt the exhaustion or stress within
and continues to move brisk with ever increased passion!
