ASIA BUSINESS OUTLOOK19JULYThe leather industry is one of the most important cornerstones of India's economy in terms of both exports and employment. The industry is one of the largest producers of leather and leather products in the world. India is responsible for more than 10% of the world's leather production: the industry is worth over USD 12 billion. The industry is continuing to grow steadily due to increased domestic demand as well as export scope, and offering a wide range of products like footwear, garments, and accessories. A huge driver of this growth has been the bold vision and leadership of the entrepreneurs who have grown companies to an international standard. The leaders are making it work for the sector due to innovation, sustainability and supply-chain excellence. The leaders' tales have gained acclaim on a global scale with leading international brands and retailers partnering with them based on quality, design, creations and moral manufacturing. The leadership of the sector has further changed the landscape for meeting the needs of inclusive growth, vocational training and industrial development. Working with design institutions, training centres and industrial clusters, this deliberate investment has developed the skill set and productivity of the workforce and allowed SMEs to scale up and become sustainable. This has increased exports and has established India as a credible source.Technology-led leadership has also increased change in the sector. Emerging manufacturing technologies like CAD, robotics, automated cutting and environmentally friendly tanning can not only enable greater efficiency but can also be accomplished with environmental compliance. Digital transformation and data-driven strategies permit leaders to project forward market direction and build agile responses to meet social and environmental change. The Indian leather sector emerges as a top and positioning global leader in sustainable and future-looking fashion by leveraging heritage skills and practices alongside modern innovation.Asia Business Outlook magazine provide insights on diverse industries and markets in Asia. In this issue, the magazine spotlights `Top 10 Business Leaders from Leather Industry in India - 2025' is featuring leaders who have made their signature in the world market through their expertise and innovations. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable products and services.BUSINESS LEADERS FROMLEATHER INDUSTRY IN INDIA - 2025 TOP 10
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