Dr. Asoke Deysarkar
Professional Background
Dr. Asoke Deysarkar is an accomplished chemical engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, founder of PfP Industries LLC in Houston, a leading provider of stimulation chemicals and oilfield solutions. Born in Gua, India, he earned his B.Sc. and B.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, graduating with distinct honors.
He furthered his education with a Master's degree and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Salford in the UK and an MBA from the University of Houston. His diverse educational background has positioned him as a thought leader in both technical and business domains.
PfP Industries
Multi-million dollar conglomerate recognized as a Top 100 company in Houston
Career Journey
In 1978, Dr. Asoke Deysarkar moved to the United States, where he began his career at Dresser Industries (later acquired by Halliburton) in Houston as a project engineer specializing in hydraulic fracturing, acidizing, and fluid rheology. He also managed business relationships between the U.S. and Japan, serving as the primary liaison for Japanese OEMs concerning lubricants.
After his tenure at Pennzoil, Dr. Asoke Deysarkar's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Products for People, a Houston-based company focusing on automotive aftermarket products. He later expanded into the oil and gas sector by developing a product line utilizing guar, a natural polymer used as a thickener for water in hydraulic fracturing.
Educational Excellence
IIT Kharagpur graduate with distinct honors, Ph.D. from University of Salford, MBA from University of Houston
Industry Leadership
Founded PfP Industries, now encompassing five companies with global operations
Global Expansion
Established guar manufacturing plant in India and distribution sites across the U.S.
Philanthropic Impact
Contributed to educational initiatives including Petroleum Engineering Department at IIT Kharagpur
Philanthropic Contributions
Under Dr. Deysarkar's leadership, PfP Industries has grown into a multi-million-dollar conglomerate, recognized as a Top 100 company in Houston. His commitment to excellence is matched by his dedication to philanthropy. Together with his wife, Ruma Acharya-Deysarkar, he has contributed to various educational and cultural initiatives, including the establishment of a Petroleum Engineering Department at IIT Kharagpur and the creation of the Tagore Grove in Miller Park, Houston.
He and his wife actively support education and cultural initiatives, including the IITKGP Foundation (USA) and Tagore Grove in Houston, demonstrating their commitment to giving back to both their adopted home and heritage communities.