Paul Mike

Vikas Temani is the Founder and Business Head of Paul And Mike Chocolates, a farm-to-bar brand under Synthite Industries. With a background as an industry analyst and degrees from IIT Delhi and IIM Kozhikode, he is focused on elevating Indian-origin cocoa on the global stage through his award-winning, innovative chocolates.

He is passionate about dispelling myths in the chocolate industry, educating consumers on the nuances of high-quality cocoa versus mass-market confectionery. Vikas frequently speaks about the importance of sustainable farming practices and ethical sourcing in the cocoa industry.

An interesting fact is that the brand Paul And Mike is not named after the founders, but is a tribute to two Latin American cocoa farmers who taught him about fine cocoa cultivation.