1990/BT/CE Executive Chairman, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd. Chairman, CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd. Non-Executive Vice Chairman, Tube Investments of India Ltd. India
Shri Vellayan Subbiah, a distinguished leader in business and investment, has made significant contributions to the financial services, manufacturing, and technology-driven sectors. He earned his
degree in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and later pursued a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Michigan.
Shri Vellayan’s professional journey spans over 26 years, with extensive experience in consulting, manufacturing, and financial services. He is currently the Executive Chairman of Cholamandalam
Investment & Finance Company Ltd., a leading non-banking financial company (NBFC) in India, which specializes in vehicle finance, home loans, and SME loans. Additionally, he serves as the
Non-Executive Vice Chairman of Tube Investments of India, a major manufacturing company within the Murugappa Group, and Chairman of CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd., a pioneer in the electrical sector.
Throughout his career, Shri Vellayan has played a significant role in promoting innovation and driving business transformation. With his contribution to the growth and success of the organizations he has been associated with, he has consistently delivered impact across multiple domains. Additionally, he worked with a leading global consulting firm in the USA for six years, gaining valuable experience in strategic consulting, mergers and acquisitions, and operations management.
Shri Vellayan has received numerous accolades for his leadership, including the EY World Entrepreneur of The Year™ 2024, EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 – India, and the Extraordinary
Entrepreneur of the Year Award at TiECON 2014. He was also featured in Fortune India magazine in October 2023 for his remarkable contributions to business and industry.
In recognition of his exceptional leadership and enduring influence, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and its alumni proudly confer upon Shri Vellayan Subbiah, the Distinguished Alumni Award for the year 2025.
