Sheela Ginwala
About Sheela Ginwala
Sheela Ginwala is the Executive Secretary to the CEO of Carbon Black Business and Director of Chemicals and Group H.R. at Aditya Birla Group, with over 40 years of experience in executive and administrative roles.
Current Roles at Aditya Birla Group
Sheela Ginwala currently serves as the Executive Secretary to the CEO of the Carbon Black Business at Aditya Birla Group, based in Mumbai, India. Additionally, she holds the titles of Director, Chemicals, and Director, Group H.R. Having been with the company for over 20 years since July 2003, she plays a vital role in multiple business segments within the organization.
Educational Background
Sheela Ginwala studied at the University of Mumbai where she completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors (BA Hons). This educational foundation has contributed to her extensive career in executive and administrative roles across multiple industries.
Previous Experience at Nicholas Piramal India Ltd
Between 1996 and 2002, Sheela Ginwala worked at Nicholas Piramal India Ltd as the Executive Secretary to the CEO. During her six-year tenure, she gained significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, which aided her professional growth in subsequent roles.
Career at GlaxoSmithKline
Sheela Ginwala spent 15 years, from 1980 to 1995, at GlaxoSmithKline where she served as Section Head in the Personnel Department. Her role focused on human resources and personnel management, providing her with a strong background in HR-related activities.
Professional Experience
Sheela Ginwala has over 40 years of professional experience in executive and administrative roles. Her extensive career spans multiple leading organizations, including Nicholas Piramal India Ltd and GlaxoSmithKline, before joining Aditya Birla Group where she has been a key figure for over two decades.