Mukesh Bhandari is the Chairman and Founder of Firefly, which he acquired in 2010. When Mr. Bhandari first came across carbon-foam technology in 2008 at the European Battery Exhibition, he aspired to develop and grow a business that specialized in advanced battery technologies. When he got the opportunity to acquire it in early 2010, he started evaluating the acquisition opportunity.

He completed the required due diligence for evaluating the technology and its usefulness for the customer, and then acquired the technology in October 2010. He hired key people from the former Firefly Energy that had good understanding of the technology.

Then, he began product development and identifying key areas for improvement. Mr. Bhandari realized that the most important element of Firefly’s technology was its competitive pricing, which he further developed in house. This has not only reduced the cost of production, but it has also allowed Firefly to have control over sourcing the key components.

Mr. Bhandari was key in identifying the first licensee for Firefly Technology in India, which has now been setup with manufacturing having commenced from December 2014.

Siddharth Bhandari is a B. Tech (Bachelor of Engineering) graduate from Vellore Institute of Technology ( VIT ). He studied for MS (Electrical Engineering) from NYU, New York. He is certified in Technology Management from NYU, New York.

His key areas of interest are in renewable energy, energy storage, electric vehicles and in developing innovative solutions to help the poor around the world.

He plays a significant role in maintaining high quality standards for the manufactured products and is involved in business development. An accomplished leader, his vast knowledge and guidance drives Firefly Energy to become an ever-enterprising company.

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, The M.S. University of Baroda, India
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, University of Pune, India
MS in Manufacturing Engineering, New York University

He has more than 15 years of experience in manufacturing and supply chain engineering. Making the most effective utilization of 3M (manpower + machine + materials) in manufacturing operations, delivering zero-defect products to meet customer demand with on-time delivery in the most productive manner have always been his goals.

With a solid understanding of supply chain fundamentals, operations, finance, and inventory management, he is leading our supply chain operations in a lean manner. As per him, continuous improvement is a never-ending curve, and he follows that while managing the supply chain to avoid the same issue occurring.

Piyush Shukla is a seasoned entrepreneur, author, and global business strategist with over 15 years of leadership experience in consulting, data strategy, and operational risk management. As an Advisory Director of our battery manufacturing company, he is driving the development of high-performance, ecofriendly carbon-based battery solutions for RVs, marine vessels, and renewable energy systems.

Piyush holds a Ph.D. in Management from Maryland State University, where his research focused on the integration of artificial intelligence into risk and data management frameworks. He also earned a master’s degree in Systems Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology, equipping him with a strong foundation in quantitative decision-making and strategic planning.

Prior to joining the company, Piyush spent over a decade at Deloitte and other leading consulting firms, advising Fortune 500 clients in the financial services sector. He led cross-functional teams to deliver largescale digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and analytics initiatives, blending business insight with emerging technologies.

He is also a published author of several books available on Amazon, reflecting his deep expertise in AI, finance, data, and personal development:

Future-Proofing Your Data: The Complete Guide to Data Modernization (ASIN: B0DM1LNHBN, ISBN: 9789348283030)
Data Mastery in AI: (ASIN: B0DFY3NGTR, ISBN: 9788197829635)
Artificial Intelligence: An Introduction (ASIN: B0DFWT8RGZ, ISBN: 9788197799112)

With a mission to combine sustainability, intelligence, and resilience in every product and idea, Piyush is redefining what leadership looks like in the energy and technology space.

Naman Patel holds a B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) and an M.Sc. (Master of Science) from Sardar Patel University in India, along with a second master’s degree in biomedical engineering from New York University, New York.

As a dedicated professional with a strong background in both renewable energy and medical technology, Naman is passionate about advancing sustainable solutions that benefit both our planet and society. With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector including Johnson & Johnson and other leading firms, he has developed a keen understanding of rigorous regulatory environments, innovation cycles, and the critical importance of precision. These skills are now being applied to the dynamic fields of energy storage and renewable resources.

Having successfully collaborated on cross-functional teams, Naman excels at integrating scientific principles with engineering and project management to drive impactful projects forward. His goal is to harness his unique skill set to contribute to cutting-edge developments in renewable energy, focusing on systems that not only provide sustainable power but also enhance public health outcomes.