1st Jul 2008 07:00
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For immediate release |
1 July 2008 |
Promethean India PLC
(the "Company")
Board Appointment
Promethean India PLC, an investment company that focuses on businesses that operate in India, today announces the appointment of Gaurav Burman to its Board of Directors.
As a founding partner and senior member of the investment team, Gaurav has been at the helm of Promethean India since its launch in April 2007. He will be joining the Promethean Board with effect from 1 July 2008.
Gaurav, aged 36, has extensive experience within the Indian capital markets. He was previously an investment director at Dresdner Kleinwort Capital and prior to this, Gaurav was based in New Delhi, India where he worked for the Business Development team at Dabur India Ltd. In 1993, he graduated from Tufts University, with a dual degree in Economics and History.
Gaurav is currently a partner of Promethean India LLP and holds directorships in Dabur Oncology plc, Promethean Investments (Carry) Limited, Promethean Investment (General Partner) Limited, Intermediactive Group Limited and Promethean Investments Fund II (General Partner) Limited. Gaurav has previously been a director of KFS Group Ltd, Veemon Ltd and Quintessentially (UK) Ltd.
Commenting on the appointment, Sir Peter Burt, Chairman of Promethean, said;
"Gaurav has played a crucial role in the success of Promethean India since its flotation. His elevation to the Board is testament to his broad commercial experience and business knowledge especially within the Indian market. I have no doubt that as a Board member he will continue to make a valuable contribution to the success of Promethean India."
For further information please contact:
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Gaurav Burman |
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Promethean India PLC |
+44 (0) 20 7479 7660 |
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Nandita Sahgal / Parimal Kumar |
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Seymour Pierce Limited |
+44 (0) 20 7107 8000 |
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Mark Edward, Nicola Cronk |
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Buchanan Communications |
+44 (0) 20 7466 5000 |
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