Each man has his own vocation; his talent is his call. There is one direction in which all space is open to him. And for Venugopal Dhoot, Chairman, Videocon International Ltd, the direction has been that of a complete fulfillment, both professionally and personally. A man whose versatility defies all human limitations, Venugopal has been heading the mega 4,500-crore consumer electronic with aplomb and startling success. A deeply religious man, Venugopal's source of strength has been the Hindu scripture-The Bhagwat Gita that is his sustained source of inspiration.

Believing in Karma, Dhoot is the energizing force behind VIL's success. An adept flute player and golfer, Dhoot has orchestrated the music of success so well that few corporate could match his master strokes. A man of vision who believes in hard work and performing his duties to the fullest, Dhoot has made VIL a household name in India and making his mark internally too. Known for producing world-class television in association with Toshiba of Japan, the VIL has made its foray into host of other home appliances including refrigerators, music systems washing machines, sugar, infrastructure and petroleum.

It goes to Dhoot's credit for creating a company which now has manufacturing and marketing facilities in Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Indonesia and other countries. Dhoot's global vision can be gauged from the fact that the company recently acquired Thomson's colour picture tube plant in Italy. The Anagni Plant that has annual sales of more than 250 million euros is expected to give Dhoot a strategic advantage with greater access to European and international market.

A man who believes in shaping the future of company with his dedication and hard work, Dhoot has been awarded with Marathwada Bhushan for his exemplary contribution in the field of economic growth by the Maharashtra government. The company, under Dhoot's command has not rested on its laurels but has expanded into other areas like Internet controlled TVs, air-conditioners, DVD players and computers peripherals. Knowing well that the future belongs to those who are in direct contact with consumers, Videocon under Dhoot has now entered into the organized sector of retails. Known with the flagship brand 'Next', it plans to set up a multi-brand consumer electronics retail chains. No doubt, Videocon has much go gain from Dhoot's clearer, sharper and futuristic vision.