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JAMES VINCENT MENDONCA

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'ENTREPRENEUR AND SOCIAL ACTIVIST'

James Vincent Mendonca, the Managing Director of Reliable Fabricators group of companies, Dubai, UAE, hails from Mangalore, Karnataka, India and has been living in the country for four and a half decades. He had been project manager and resident engineer in other companies before he set up his own business venture.

Mr. Mendonca did his primary education at St Joachim Hr. Primary School, Kelarai and high-school at Padua High School in Mangalore. After his schooling, he did his graduation at St Aloysius College, Mangalore, where he earned his B.Sc. (Physics & Chemistry) in 1972. Mr. Mendonca obtained his Civil Engineering degree from Malnad College of Engineering in Hassan, Karnataka and secured his BE (Civil) with distinction in 1977.

With Siddaramaiah - Event in Mangalore

The Mendonca family had business interests in laterite stone quarries, timber and tiles, which formed the cradle of James’s early experiences. Mr. Mendonca started his professional career with Canadian Metchem at the Kudremukh Iron Ore Project. He later shifted base to Dubai, UAE. He honed his skills while working in firms such as Bernard Sunley & Sons, DUTCO Constructions, Khatib & Alami Consultants, ARENCO and Standard Fabricators LLC. Mr. Mendonca lent his engineering prowess to shaping the architectural skyline of Dubai.

In 1988, Mr. Mendonca launched M/s Reliable Fabricators LLC, transforming it into a powerhouse of structural and architectural steel innovation. He augmented his entrepreneurial journey by setting up Middle East Factory LLC, Dubai in 1997, Reliable Metal Construction Industries in Sharjah in 2005, Reliable Engineering & Fabrication FZC in 2021 and other ancillary businesses.

Manglore Konkans Dubai Silver Jubilee Celebration

The group currently employs 550 people. His leadership was instrumental in the company bagging prestigious projects, including the iconic Burj Dubai, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Airport Expansion, and Dubai Marina, etc.

Mr. Mendonca’s legacy doesn’t stop at business triumphs. His commitment to community welfare is woven into the fabric of all his business ventures. A founder member and honorary president of Mangalore Konkans Dubai, his association has bolstered charitable initiatives affiliated with the Indian Consulate, Dubai. In Kanara Entrepreneurs Ltd., he lends his guidance to aspiring business leaders, fostering growth and support. Kanara Entrepreneurs Ltd was setup by the business community of UAE who hail from the Kanara region with the intention of supporting, nurturing and encouraging budding entrepreneurs. Mr. Mendonca is also a registered member of Karnataka NRI, Dubai. Mr. Mendonca is a member of the prestigious India Club, Dubai and Members Networking Club, Dubai.

Ghadi Gavantlo Konkan Suputr Title Honour by Omzoorche Divye - Dubai

Mr. Mendonca’s philanthropic endeavours in testimony to his commitment to making this world a better place to live in. Along with his brothers, Mr. Mendonca set up an educational fund in Vamanjoor Padav, supporting many a youth to complete their aspirations for higher studies and a better future. The industrialist has left his undeniable mark on churches, schools, and communities through his contributions, enriching lives far beyond the boardroom.

For all his philanthropic initiatives, Mr. Mendonca has been honoured with various awards and recognitions. In 2007, he was recognized as the “Rachana NRI Entrepreneur of the Year 2007” by the Catholic Chamber of Commerce in Mangalore. The next year he bagged the “Mayura Entrepreneur of the Year 2008” award instituted by Karnataka Sangha Sharjah. In 2016, the Federation of Konkani Catholic Association in Bangalore recognized him with the “Entrepreneur of the Year 2016”. The Kala Niketan, Goa honoured him with the “Konknni Vibhushan 2023”.

Mr. Mendonca was also awarded with “Outstanding Community Service” honour by Dwani Pratistana, Dubai; the “Ghadi Gavantlo Konkan Suputr” honour by Omzoorche Divye, Dubai and “Outstanding Community Service” honour by Ferrarites, Dubai. However, these accolades sit lightly on the shoulders of Mr. Mendonca who has made profound impact on diverse realms and lives in India and the UAE.

Mr. James Vincent Mendonca’s journey is a symphony of diverse achievements, from steel to community upliftment. His legacy is a beacon, illustrating how business acumen and a compassionate heart can merge to create a profound impact. His story reiterates that entrepreneurial success, when combined with philanthropic endeavors, holds the power to transform lives and communities.

Mr. Mendonca’s father, Paul Albert Mendonca, was a business man and his mother, Mercelline Mendonca, was a homemaker. The entrepreneur is married to Mrs. Shobha Mendonca and the couple has two children. She is an accomplished athlete who has actively participated and achieved victories in numerous table tennis and lawn tennis events in Dubai. Beyond her sporting achievements, she serves as an entrepreneur, overseeing the operations of Middle East Factory LLC in Dubai, a key component of the Reliable Fabricators group. Their son, Dr. Shaun Mendonca MD, is a urology surgeon settled in the United States. Their daughter, Samantha Mendonca is a Masters in Human Resources and works with LinkedIn, California, the United States.

 

Contact:
Address in Dubai:
Villa No. L46, Street 9, District 3, Jumeirah Park, Dubai, UAE.

Address in India:
T.K. House, Vamanjour, Mangalore, Karnataka, PIN 575028.

Office: 04-338-7767
Email: 1982jvm@gmail.com
Fax: 04-338-7780