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AISEF Elects New Leadership: Shah Chairman, Desai Vice Chairman for 2026-27
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News18•30-09-2026, 19:00
AISEF Elects New Leadership: Shah Chairman, Desai Vice Chairman for 2026-27
- •The All-India Spices Exporters Forum (AISEF) has elected Nishesh Shah as chairman and Bhavik Desai as vice chairman for the 2026-27 term.
- •The new leadership aims to focus on value addition, sustainable sourcing, and strengthening India’s position in the global spice trade.
- •Nishesh Shah, managing partner of Universal Oleoresins, brings over two decades of experience in value-added spice products.
- •Bhavik Desai, business head at Jayanti Herbs & Spice, has more than 15 years of experience in the global herbs and spices business.
- •AISEF, established in 1987, represents Indian spice exporters and works on market access, food safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability.
Key Questions Answered
Nishesh Shah was elected as the chairman of the AISEF for the 2026-27 term during the forum's 37th annual general meeting held on September 25, 2026.
Nishesh Shah serves as the managing partner of Kochi-based Universal Oleoresins and brings over two decades of experience in the spices industry, focusing heavily on value-added products.
Established in 1987, the AISEF represents Indian spice exporters and collaborates with government agencies, regulators, farmers, and international partners to handle market access, food safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability.
