Vice President — Mr. Jaffer K.V.

Profile: Mr. Jaffer K. V. is an accomplished international businessman with over 25 years of diversified experience spanning product distribution, retail, wholesale operations, manufacturing, interior solutions, and service-oriented enterprises. As an NRI entrepreneur, he has successfully built and managed multiple global ventures, with strong business footprints across India, Indonesia, and the Middle East. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Smart Group of Companies, a multinational enterprise engaged in sourcing, wholesale, retail, and distribution of a wide range of consumer products, including furniture and interior industry goods.

Professional Experience: Managing Director – Smart Group of Companies, Founder & Global Business Leader | Furniture & Consumer Industries. He plays a pivotal role in strengthening the Indian market operations and driving long-term business growth.

Mr. Jaffer’s core expertise includes:
a) Strategic business development
b) Market expansion & international sourcing
c) Marketing system development
d) Business analysis & forecasting
e) Trend evaluation & innovation strategy
f) Large-scale retail & wholesale operations
g) Relationship management with global clients and partners

Key Leadership Roles & Achievements
a) Managing Director, Smart Group of Companies – A multinational company with operations across India and abroad, specializing in: Global sourcing of consumer products, Wholesale and retail distribution, Furniture and interior product categories, and Multi-branch international operations.

b) Founder & Managing Director, PT Woodline Global Furniture, Indonesia – A major international furniture manufacturing and export company delivering high-quality wooden furniture to global markets. c) Chairman & Managing Director, FC Home Furnishings Pvt. Ltd., Erode – A leading company offering home furnishings and interior solutions across South India.

d) Founder and general Convener, FIFEX 2019 International Furniture Exhibition – Kerala’s largest international furniture exhibition, promoting global trade, market exposure, and industry modernization.

e) Founder Chairman, Furniture City – South India’s largest dedicated furniture hub, bringing together multiple brands, manufacturers, and retail formats under one destination.
f) Founder Member & Vice President, Furniture and Interior Industries Development Society (FIIDS) – An industry body dedicated to empowering the furniture and interior sectors through development programs, standardization, innovation, and policy support.
g) Founder, PT Timberland Classic Creation, Indonesia – A furniture production and export company focused on premium wooden furniture and custom manufacturing.
h) Founder & Managing Director, Woodstore Furniture – A modern retail and distribution brand offering a wide portfolio of wooden and interior products for the Indian market.
i) Founder & Chairman, International Furniture Trade Centre, Erode (Tamil Nadu) – A specialized trade centre aimed at connecting manufacturers, exporters, retailers, and designers within the furniture and interior ecosystem.

Professional Strengths:
a) Strong global business network across Asia, Middle East & Africa
b) Expertise in international sourcing & import–export operations
c) Proven success in establishing and scaling multi-country ventures
d) Deep knowledge of furniture industry trends and manufacturing ecosystems
e) Leadership in industry exhibitions, trade centres, and sector development bodies
f) Visionary approach to market expansion and branding

Company Information:
Smart Global Concepts, Address: 1st Floor, AKKM Tower, South Kalamassery, Ernakulam, Kerala – 682022