Javed R

Javed R is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in government affairs and corporate communications. Currently serving as Head of Government Affairs at RELX since February 2021, Javed anticipates changes in legislative and regulatory environments while identifying opportunities and risks. Prior roles include Senior Director of Corporate Affairs for South Asia at Syngenta, where Javed influenced public policy in agriculture and biotechnology, and National Manager of Corporate Affairs and Strategic Relations at Monsanto Company, managing government affairs related to agriculture growth. Javed's career began in media with significant contributions to Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd. and the Confederation of Indian Industry, enhancing relationships with government and improving media strategies. Javed holds a General Management degree from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Gujarat University.