Mr K.C. Jani is a qualified Chemical Engineer with decades of experience across various banking sectors. He has made significant contributions to the financial industry. He has served as the Executive Director at IDBI Bank, and also held directorial positions on the boards of prominent companies, including GHCL Limited, Shree Rama Multi-Tech Ltd., and Alok Industries Ltd. His expertise encompasses Refinance, Project Appraisal, Sourcing and Syndication, Loan Restructuring, Business Development, Centralized and Branch Operations, Retail Banking, Risk Management, Audit, MIS, HR, Training, Administration, IT, and Transaction Banking. Mr. K.C. Jani was appointed by the Government of India as an Independent Director on the Board of the National Housing Bank from 2017 to 2020, where he played a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the nation's housing policies. His extensive expertise and leadership continue to drive excellence in the banking and finance sectors.
Mr. Ram Niwas Tayal
MD & CEO- NBFC Division
Mr. Ram Niwas Tayal, a former General Manager of Bank of India, brings over 40 years of substantial experience in navigating distress loans within the banking sector. With dual professional degree of CAIIB and L.L.B., he currently serves as a Managing Director of Areion Finserve. Throughout his career, Mr R.N. Tayal has excelled across diverse banking domains, particularly in large corporate credit, forex, and branch management. He has held leadership positions at various large corporate branches, including overseas branch, and played a pivotal role during a critical period in Indian banking as the head of the credit monitoring department at Bank of India's corporate office. His decades of rich experience and strategic leadership have positioned him as a trusted authority within the industry.
Mr. Ajay Mehta
CEO- Areion Assets Management Division
Mr. Ajay Mehta is the Chief Executive Officer at Areion Assets Management Pvt. Ltd. A Chartered Accountant by qualification. Mr. Mehta brings with him 27 years of diverse leadership experience across Banking, Corporate Finance, Syndication/Resolution of stress assets, and core Manufacturing sectors such as Cement and Oil & Gas.
Mr. D.K Jain
CEO- Holding Company
Mr. D. K. Jain is an accomplished banking professional with a Master’s degree in Economics. After an extensive career spanning almost four decades at Union Bank of India, a leading nationalized bank, he retired as the General Manager of Recovery and Law. Following his tenure at Union Bank, he assumed the role of Managing Director and CEO of ASREC India Ltd, an Asset Reconstruction Company, for six years. Additionally, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) in India for three years. In his role, he addressed common issues faced by all ARCs liaising with various regulators and Government of India. His unwavering commitment to excellence and profound expertise have made substantial contributions to the banking and finance sector.
Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain
Executive Director- Assets Management Division
Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain brings over 30 years of extensive banking experience to his role. He holds an M.A. in Economics and a diploma in Personnel Management and Labour Welfare. He is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers. Previously, he retired as the Executive Director of Union Bank of India. His international expertise includes overseeing operations and a large pool of funds of the bank in Hong Kong, London, Dubai. Throughout his career, Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain has specialised in International Banking, Human Resource Development, Growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, Management of Commercial and Retail Banking Operations. He has a proven track record in the appraisal of Large credits, Loan syndications, Trade finance, Product marketing, Restructuring and Recovery of stressed assets. Known for his team-oriented leadership and ethical approach, Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain regularly shared his insights as a speaker at seminars, summits, and conclaves. His rich experience and dedication continue to make a significant impact in the banking and finance sector.
Mr. Anand Chalwade
Director- Assets Management Division
Mr. Anand Chalwade is a prominent member of our management team and currently serves as Managing Director at Mitcon Consultancy and Engineering Services. With a BE degree in Chemical Engineering from the renowned Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, and a Masters in Financial Management from the esteemed Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management, his expertise is unmatched. His professional journey includes serving as Executive Vice President at Essel Group, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the infrastructure vertical as CFO of Essel Infraprojects Limited. Prior to that, he garnered valuable experience at esteemed organizations such as Reliance Industries Limited, Raymond Limited's Textile division, Essel Group's Satellite & Cable Television sector, and Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Limited. His diverse background and profound expertise make him a vital asset to our organisation bringing strategic insights and leadership excellence to the team.
Mr. Anand Chalwade
Executive Director- Advisory Division
Mr. Navin Kanjwani is a distinguished finance professional with a wealth of credentials, including Chartered Accountant, MBA (IIMK), CPA, and Master of Commerce from The Gujarat University. With over 22 years of rich experience, he has developed global expertise, particularly across the Asia Pacific (APAC) and Middle Eastern regions, gaining experience in world-renowned professional practice firms, insurance companies, and US-listed entities. His extensive portfolio includes roles in investment banking, managing investment portfolios across domestic and overseas equity, emerging markets, debt and bond securities, and real estate trusts. Additionally, Mr. Kanjwani has been instrumental in Government Revenue Audits and Project Finance, consistently achieving successful outcomes.
Mr. Virendra Khandelwal
Director - Retail Collection Division
Mr. Virendra Khandelwal is a seasoned banking and finance professional with over three decades of distinguished leadership across India’s premier financial institutions. His extensive career spans strategic roles in banking operations, corporate governance, NPA management, and regulatory compliance, marked by consistent contributions to strengthening institutional performance and stakeholder trust. His academic credentials include an MBA from Welingkar’s Institute of Management, LL.B., CAIIB, B.Com, Diploma in Computer applications along with certifications in Basel-II, and Independent Directorship (IICA). Currently, Mr. Khandelwal serves as Director on the Boards of Areion Credittech Private Limited, Areion Fincap Private Limited, Rajradhey Finance Limited, and Aritas Vinyl Limited, while also holding the position of Internal Ombudsman at Unity Small Finance Bank, appointed with RBI approval. His strategic leadership continues to help organisations to strengthen governance frameworks, ensure regulatory alignment, and build frameworks for sustainable financial growth.
Mrs. Darshana Tayal
Director- Holding Company
Mrs. Darshana Tayal is a key contributor to our leadership team, holding a degree in psychology from Delhi University. She carries a vast array of experience in operational and administrative roles, showcasing her exceptional ability to manage complex organisational functions. She also serves as a director at Advita Corporate Advisor Private Limited, where her leadership skills continue to contribute significantly to the company’s strategic growth and operational excellence. With her diverse skill set and strong leadership abilities, she is an indispensable asset to our organisation.
Our Business Units
Asset Management division
Transaction Advisory division
Recovery division
Distressed Real Estate division
NBFC division
Asset Reconstruction division
Mr. K.C. Jani
Director, ACAIPL Investment and Financial Services Private Limited
Mr K.C. Jani is a qualified Chemical Engineer
with decades of experience across various
banking sectors. He has made significant
contributions to the financial industry. He has
served as the Executive Director at IDBI Bank,
and also held directorial positions on the
boards of prominent companies, including GHCL
Limited, Shree Rama Multi-Tech Ltd., and Alok
Industries Ltd. His expertise encompasses
Refinance, Project Appraisal, Sourcing and
Syndication, Loan Restructuring, Business
Development, Centralized and Branch
Operations, Retail Banking, Risk Management,
Audit, MIS, HR, Training, Administration, IT, and
Transaction Banking.
Mr. K.C. Jani was appointed by the Government of India as an Independent Director on the Board of the National Housing Bank from 2017 to 2020, where he played a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the nation's housing policies. His extensive expertise and leadership continue to drive excellence in the banking and finance sectors.
Mr. Ram Niwas Tayal, a former General Manager of Bank of India, brings over 40 years of substantial experience in navigating distress loans within the banking sector. With dual professional degree of CAIIB and L.L.B., he currently serves as a Managing Director of Areion Finserve. Throughout his career, Mr R.N. Tayal has excelled across diverse banking domains, particularly in large corporate credit, forex, and branch management. He has held leadership positions at various large corporate branches, including overseas branch, and played a pivotal role during a critical period in Indian banking as the head of the credit monitoring department at Bank of India's corporate office. His decades of rich experience and strategic leadership have positioned him as a trusted authority within the industry.
He is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute
of Bankers. Previously, he retired as the
Executive Director of Union Bank of India. His
international expertise includes overseeing
operations and a large pool of funds of the
bank in Hong Kong, London, Dubai. Throughout
his career, Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain has
specialised in International Banking, Human
Resource Development, Growth of Micro, Small,
and Medium Enterprises, Management of
Commercial and Retail Banking Operations. He
has a proven track record in the appraisal of
Large credits, Loan syndications, Trade finance,
Product marketing, Restructuring and Recovery
of stressed assets. Known for his team-oriented
leadership and ethical approach,
Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain regularly shared his
insights as a speaker at seminars, summits,
and conclaves. His rich experience and
dedication continue to make a significant
impact in the banking and finance sector.
Mr. D.K Jain
Executive Director & CEO, ACAIPL Investment and Financial Services Private Limited Director,
Areion Assets Management Private Limited Limited
Mr. D. K. Jain is an accomplished banking professional with a Master’s degree in Economics. After an extensive career spanning almost four decades at Union Bank of India, a leading nationalized bank, he retired as the General Manager of Recovery and Law. Following his tenure at Union Bank, he assumed the role of Managing Director and CEO of ASREC India Ltd, an Asset Reconstruction Company, for six years. Additionally, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) in India for three years. In his role, he addressed common issues faced by all ARCs liaising with various regulators and Government of India. His unwavering commitment to excellence and profound expertise have made substantial contributions to the banking and finance sector.
Mr. Navin Kanjwani
Executive Director,
Areion Fincap Private Limited
Mr. Navin Kanjwani is a distinguished finance professional with a wealth of credentials, including Chartered Accountant, MBA (IIMK), CPA, and Master of Commerce from The Gujarat University. With over 22 years of rich experience, he has developed global expertise, particularly across the Asia Pacific (APAC) and Middle Eastern regions, gaining experience in world-renowned professional practice firms, insurance companies, and US-listed entities. His extensive portfolio includes roles in investment banking, managing investment portfolios across domestic and overseas equity, emerging markets, debt and bond securities, and real estate trusts. Additionally, Mr. Kanjwani has been instrumental in Government Revenue Audits and Project Finance, consistently achieving successful outcomes.
Mrs. Darshana Tayal
Director, ACAIPL Investment and Financial Services Private Limited
Mrs. Darshana Tayal is a key contributor to our leadership team, holding a degree in psychology from Delhi University. She carries a vast array of experience in operational and administrative roles, showcasing her exceptional ability to manage complex organisational functions. She also serves as a director at Advita Corporate Advisor Private Limited, where her leadership skills continue to contribute significantly to the company’s strategic growth and operational excellence. With her diverse skill set and strong leadership abilities, she is an indispensable asset to our organisation.