C K KUMARAVEL
CK Kumaravel, Co-founder & CMD, Naturals Salon & Spa
CK Kumaravel is the visionary Co-founder and Chairman cum Managing Director (CMD) of Naturals Salon & Spa. Alongside his wife, K Veena, he revolutionized the salon industry in 2000, transforming it from a ‘taboo’ activity to a lifestyle industry. Inspired by his mother, RC Hemalatha, Kumaravel aimed to empower women and create a ‘housewife-free India’.
Under his leadership, Naturals has grown exponentially since its inception in 2000, with 550+ salons across India. Kumaravel firmly believes that women are equally capable as men in business, requiring only guidance and support to thrive as entrepreneurs. Naturals provides this platform, empowering women to succeed. His long-term vision is to make Naturals the world’s No. 1 salon chain, with 1000 successful women entrepreneurs, 3000 salons, and 50,000 jobs by the end of 2025, globally.
As a pioneering entrepreneur, Kumaravel has transformed the salon industry’s perception and created opportunities for women empowerment. His expertise spans salon and spa operations, franchise management, women empowerment, entrepreneurship development, and business strategy. With Naturals, Kumaravel continues to inspire and empower women to become successful entrepreneurs, making a lasting impact on the industry.
