HE MADE THE WORLD HIS UNIVERSITY “Doing things better, every day” defines his life. A swimmer in the open sea, he has been trekking through places like Kailash, Mansarovar, Mount Kilimanjaro, to name a few and playing tennis for past many years. A certified pilot and diver, he is an avid traveller, travelled to far-offs like Arctic and Antarctica. How does Mr. Vishram Jadva Patel switch to being a builder of some of the most outstanding sites, an industrialist to look up to, an indispensible connect between India and Africa and a charismatic person?

THE VOICE OF THE SOCIETY When passion and purpose amalgamate, they raise excellence. His passion to achieve his purpose took him across the seven seas, but the strenuous journey couldn’t stop him, rather strengthened him unbound. From civil service to business to journalism, he has been there and done it all. Says Mr. Chandrakant Babubhai ‘C.B.’ Patel, only his desire to succeed took him all around.

A LADY OF VALUES From the oppressive times when women weren’t supposed to do more than household work, here’s a lady who did it all and won. Yet, more than anything else, she is a woman that any woman is supposed to be, a mother! An inspirational, amiable and inventive Fiji Indian, she has taught her children what all mothers aspire for but few can inculcate – values. Here’s how she, Lalitaben Ashabhai Patel, the pillar and strength behind all the Patels today, with her vision and courage made the family dream and achieve new horizons every day.

CONVERTING ASPIRATIONS INTO INSPIRATIONS What can probably be the reason for a man to face it all, struggle and win? Could it be his parents guiding him from above? Or did he inherit it from his grandparents, parents and uncle? It could also be his urge to take their aspirations to a height that would become an inspiration! Mr. Hasmukh Kanjibhai Patel’s success is well-known, but what’s the secret behind it?

ONE STEP AHEAD, ALWAYS He was taught family values by his mother and life experiences by his father, and the blend of both made him achieve success. When it comes to spreading knowledge, culture and following scriptures, he is always at the forefront and enhancing togetherness among communities. One step ahead of what he wants, Mr. B.N. Patel believes education is the most powerful weapon to extract the best out of a person.

WHEN PASSION EQUALS SUCCESS He treasures each minute he spent in his native, with his family, companions and teachers. The family man left his loved ones at an early age to anchor their future and let them have a financially fulfilling life. With his passion for innovation, Mr. Dahyabhai Revabhai Patel has created a revolutionary product, which has made him a reckoned name in the world of pharmaceuticals.

A VISIONARY BOSS Still young at the heart, he says that he is his own boss. His is the exceptional case of heart, mind and stars collaborating towards single goal. He dropped out in the last phase of his formal education to venture a new journey, becoming a jack-of-all-trades by cooking, working the front desk and providing maintenance. Today, Mr. Bharat Natvar Patel is no less than a king in the industry.

GEM OF GEMS A pioneer in diamond industry, he attaches more value to relationships than materialistic possession. He is often known as 'the humble man with the best network in the world'. He knows what others do not – reading people like none other – and that makes the industry often seek his presence. Frugal with words but rich in ideas, he possesses a rare faculty of understanding that makes him help others without ever asking for anything in return. He sees his life as one dedicated to keeping his parent’s legacy alive because he believes that their blessings have shaped his destiny. Mr. Rashmi Kirtilal Mehta is happiest when youngsters take inspiration from learning of his life.

A TRIUMPHANT PATRON Creative, pragmatic and forward-thinking, he inspires the confidence and optimism that have sustained his role in the society. He is a believer in hope, who says the world could brighten-up yet more with hope. A highly spiritual man, he is a name to reckon when it comes to success. His success mantra, Mr. Bhikubhai Ukabhai Patel shares, is his heart leading and the mind following.

STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE, SUCCESS WILL FOLLOW Success eludes those who do not strive for it; however, what makes one strive for it varies. What started with a mere thought would transform into a leading and most-loved Asian-Indian grocery store, he had never thought so. Be it his emotion or his love for his country, Mr. Mafat Vitthalbhai Patel set upon to provide it to all and today his brand is a favourite among all Asians, spreading the love throughout the USA.