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Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Published by: Columbia CaseWorks, Columbia Business School
Originally published in: 2024
Version: April 5, 2024

Abstract

Founded in 1978 just outside of Chicago, Aakash Chemicals and Dye-stuffs ('ACDI') has grown from a small family enterprise to a global player in the pigments and colorants space. This case follows the story of ACDI from its beginning as the dream of a close-knit Indian American family to a mature business whose success has forced the family to decide how best to both capitalize on their hard work as well as to ascertain the successful legacy of the business that bears its family name.

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Aakash Chemicals and Dye-Stuffs

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  • Aakash Shah (male)

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Abstract

Founded in 1978 just outside of Chicago, Aakash Chemicals and Dye-stuffs ('ACDI') has grown from a small family enterprise to a global player in the pigments and colorants space. This case follows the story of ACDI from its beginning as the dream of a close-knit Indian American family to a mature business whose success has forced the family to decide how best to both capitalize on their hard work as well as to ascertain the successful legacy of the business that bears its family name.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

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Featured company

Aakash Chemicals and Dye-Stuffs

Featured protagonist

  • Aakash Shah (male)

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