Kumar Mangalam Birla is the chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in India. After graduating with degrees in chartered accountancy and business, he took over the company from his father and has transformed it from a $8 billion company into a $34 billion empire through strategic acquisitions and investments. Under his leadership, the Aditya Birla Group has become a leading player in sectors like metals, cement, textiles, telecom, retail, and financial services. Despite initial doubts, Birla has proven himself to be a successful businessman and leader through the significant growth he has achieved with the company.