Foster Energy

Management

SATHEESHKUMAR A

Chairman & Managing Director

With over 29 years of deep-rooted industry experience, Satheesh brings exceptional leadership in Business Development, Strategic Planning, and Project Execution in the renewable energy space. Having driven mutli-GW of turnkey renewable projects, he is known for delivering on-time, high-quality results with a focus on sustainable growth.

His career spans global wind energy giants such as Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, GE, Regen, and Nordex Acciona, where he held key leadership roles driving large-scale construction, greenfield development, and regulatory affairs.

An alumnus of Anna University with dual qualifications in Civil Engineering and Technology Management, Satheesh now leads Foster Energy as Chairman & Managing Director — steering the company’s strategic vision, forging high-impact partnerships, and championing India’s transition toward a greener, more resilient future.

KANNAN N

Executive Director & CEO

Kannan is a seasoned business leader with over 40 years of experience, having held senior leadership positions—including Managing Director, CEO, and Executive Director—across globally and nationally recognized organizations. His expertise encompasses strategic leadership, multi-P&L ownership, and end-to-end project execution.

A respected authority in large-scale renewable energy EPC delivery, Kannan has successfully driven transformational initiatives at renowned global firms such as KPMG, ReNew, ABB, Alstom, and Rolls-Royce, as well as leading Indian conglomerates including Shapoorji Pallonji and Punj Lloyd. His career reflects a consistent track record of excellence across both domestic and international markets.

Thyagarajan R

Director

Thyagarajan R brings over 28 years of corporate leadership experience with a distinguished track record in public listings, capital raising, and strategic transformation. He has successfully led IPOs, mergers & acquisitions, and complex business turnarounds across global markets, including India and the U.S.

His expertise spans US GAAP, Ind-AS, SEC, and SEBI compliance, positioning him as a trusted advisor in corporate governance, financial structuring, and regulatory frameworks. Known for fostering high-performance teams and enabling data-driven decisions, Thyagarajan works closely with boards and executive leadership to accelerate growth, improve profitability, and enhance long-term shareholder value.

ARUN SAVANUR

Advisor

35 years of comprehensive experience, with a strong background in senior management spans General Management, Sales and Marketing, Business Development, Key Account Management, After-Sales/Service Operations.

Former employment with Sarens Heavy Lift, Quippo, Eternity Technologies, Greaves Cotton and Gmmco.

VINAYAGAMOORTHY S

Head - Procurement

Over the past 25 years, Vinayagamoorthy S has enabled organizations to achieve excellence in strategic sourcing, vendor development, cost optimization, and techno-commercial management. His leadership has helped procurement teams deliver measurable value through effective sourcing strategies, impactful contract negotiations, and the creation of sustainable supplier relationships.

Across roles at Siemens Gamesa, Senvion, Suzlon, Vestas and BVQI he consistently advanced organizational objectives by aligning procurement practices with business growth, embedding global best practices, and driving operational efficiency.

MADANAGOPAL

QHSE Advisor

30 years of experience in various areas including Quality, Process, Production, Logistics etc. in Automative and Wind Energy sector

Prior Experience: LMW, Pricol, TVS Brakes and Gamesa,

IRCA lead auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 and APQP4 wind energy specialist trainer.