In the past decade, the Indian machinery industry has become the core around which most of the industrial manufacturing takes place. The machinery industry has demonstrated its potential and forms the backbone of the manufacturing sector. With recent advancements and technological innovations, the industry has gained enormous possibilities for implementing digitalization and novel techniques to drive growth. This requires great leadership to come to the front with strong personalities, agility and flexibility to adapt, and strategic thinking to deliver consistent feedback. These leaders are not just taking charge of the production process but are also leading the industry into a future marked by ever changing technology.
One such leader from the machinery industry is PL Muthusekkar. Muthusekkar holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical) and a post-graduation in Marketing and Sales Management focused in Mechanical Engineering from Bengaluru University. Additionally, he has also been the guest speaker for various international organizations, guest lecturer for educational institutes and has mentored numerous aspiring CEOs and leaders. Muthusekkar has a demonstrated history of working in the industry and has served firms in various capacities such as Sales and Marketing Manager, Senior Manager, General Manager, and Managing Director and is a certified independent Corporate Director.
Currently positioned as the COO of Hailstone Innovations, Muthusekkar has worked with various multinational firms in the past and brings to the table over 35 years of experience working in the industry. He aims to foster high professional culture amongst his team members, which he believes is the global requirement. Muthusekkar plans to share his rich experience and guide the team and firm to become one of the most reliable and sought after partners by their clients. Hailstone Innovations being in the construction and infrastructure development industry, goes through rapid changes with new products and innovations. To cope up with this, the team has to be agile, and meet the requirement of the customers. So, molding and preparation of the team is the first and foremost priority. Apart from this, he also aims to ensure and all-round good image for the organization through focus on time management, value proposition, keeping up and delivering to the promises of the clients.
“I plan to share my rich experience and guide the team to become a global competing company. As a leader, I like to lead by example to inspire my team and guide them to learn how to develop long lasting relationships with the clients. I believe that everyone is unique and that their characteristics should be identified and harnessed to the potential. I also believe that it’s important to remain calm and composed during adversities and try to instil the same in all my team members. It is also important for me to be a motivational and supportive leader and be a part of my team’s growth. Self-motivation is the best motivation”, says Muthusekkar.
Hailstone Innovations
Hailstone Innovations was established in the year 1994 at Thrissur, Kerala, as Technomesh. Today, it is one of the leading enterprises specialized in engineering, designing, fabrication, and manufacturing of capital equipment with assured quality. The organization offer sustainable products to overcome the challenges faced by end users. What differentiates Hailstone Innovations from other players in the market is that it provides expert solutions for crushing, mining and mineral processing industries due to its exceptional and problem-solving mindset of the team. The organization also focuses on both Capex and Opex costs for the customers without compromising on the safety aspect. Hailstone Innovations aims to provide unparalleled services and innovative products through constant Research and Development (R&D), to adapt to the evolving market demands.
“Change is inevitable and is the required medium for everybody to grow in an organization. Flexibility and adaptability make the process of change easier. Hailstone Innovations, as the name suggests, is an innovations company which strives to develop and invent products according to the market needs. This also helps us to learn about the market nuances and apply that in to developing new products. The entire organization is geared up for developing new and innovative ideas and products, and is ready to face the challenges along the way and overcome them by making desired improvements”, adds PL Muthusekkar.
Muthusekkar focuses on improving the scoreboard of the firm by planning & executing processes to receive more orders & improve product positioning in the market
Since PL Muthusekkar is the COO at Hailstone Innovations, his role encompasses everything from receiving the order for a product or project and delivering it to the customers. One of the major challenges faced is that of supply chain due to the customer requirement, market demands. He ensures that products and services are delivered despite these challenges by supporting the clients and their needs at every step and guiding them through the entire process of operations. Muthusekkar focuses on improving the scoreboard of the firm by planning and executing processes to receive more orders and improve product positioning in the market.
When inquired about the advice for aspiring young leaders in the industry, Muthusekkar asserts saying, “It is important to have self-confidence and belief in oneself because that drives us to achieve the goals. Don’t look for motivation on the outside but inside yourself. It is also important for leaders to be open to change and transformation, and not have a rigid plan for the market since it’s liable to change any moment. One must be ready to adapt, take the curves and reach the destination. Last but not the least, early to bed and early to rise helps plan the day with a calm mind. This might be a difficult piece of advice for the younger generation but an essential practice to drive personal and professional growth.”