Stanley Lifestyles Limited on December 16, 2025 announced the appointment of Mr. Venkataramana Seshagirirao Gorti (Venkat) as an Additional Director. With an accomplished professional career spanning more than 34 years, Venkat brings extensive global leadership experience and a proven track record of transforming organizations across diverse industries. Recognised for his strategic acumen and execution excellence, Venkat has consistently driven sustainable and profitable growth in every organisation he has led.
His expertise spans business transformation, supply chain optimisation, operational excellence, product innovation, and managing complex global product transfers. He is equally well-regarded for his people-centric leadership style, his ability to build future-ready teams as well as renowned for his thought leadership. A Mechanical Engineering graduate and EGMP alumnus from IIM Bangalore, Venkat has held senior leadership positions at globally respected companies including ABB, Oracle, GE, Flextronics, Wipro Hydraulics, Honeywell and Homag.
His rich cross-industry exposure covers electrical, electronics, hydraulics, aerospace, and wood-working industries, giving him a holistic understanding of technology-driven businesses. His international experience includes significant assignments across the Middle East, Malaysia, the United States, Brazil, Sweden, Finland, Romania and other key markets. He has successfully led multicultural teams across China, the USA, Mexico and Europe.
Venkat is also CPSCM-certified (Certified Purchasing and Supply Chain Management) from Competitors View, Lean & Six Sigma Green Belt certified from GE and Honeywell. Venkat is also a certified Independent Director from IICA. Outside work, he is an avid sports enthusiast and passionate music lover.
Venkat was recognised as one of the Top 100 Inspirational Leaders of Asia in 2022. He was also the Chairperson of FFSC (Furniture Fittings Skill Council) in FY24. With this appointment, Stanley Lifestyles further strengthens its leadership team as it continues to expand its portfolio, enhance operational and manufacturing excellence, and deepen its commitment to delivering credible and consistent luxury experiences to customers.
