Dr. Mahesh Dhekane is a seasoned expert with 17 years of experience in color solutions for the Plastics, Masterbatches and Compounding industries. Having held key roles across Asia, Middle East, and Africa region, he has developed deep understanding of global market trends and technical challenges in coloration, recycling, and sustainable materials. Currently serving as the Head of Global Technical Marketing – Plastics at Sudarshan Group, Dr. Mahesh drives innovation in color technology, focusing on enhancing performance, processability and sustainability in plastic compounding. His career spans Clariant and Avient Corporation in masterbatches and Heubach in Pigments, giving him a unique perspective on color stability and control in recycled and compounded materials.