Ram Kamal – President and Chairman

Ram is a true international entrepreneur, acting as founder or lead consultant for over 15 companies in the past 20 years. He began his career as a photographer and journalist with his work combining a heavy graphic design element, advertising, marketing, and management. His experience includes major projects in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Russia, working with leading organizations, sporting events, airlines, hotels, tour companies, the food and hospitality industry, graphic design and printing management firms, and event management companies. Through these experiences he has developed end to end knowledge in every area of the graphic design, print and publication industry and has become a leader from Europe to Asia in comprehensive branding, business conceptualization, cause marketing and event management services. Ram was a lead consultant with “Printcafe” - the world leader in print mangement solutions, now called “EFI”. Some of his major clients include; FIFA, Nike, the Asian Equestrian Federation, the PGA, Samsung, Qatar Airways, Qatar Lubricants Co. (QALCO), Accor Hotels, Sheraton, Marriott, and the Ritz Carlton.

The secret to Ram’s success has been that he immediately embraced the Internet as a principal business tool for graphic design and marketing. Ram was one of the first people in Asia to talk about and produce websites and was the inspiration for several major IT companies.

Ram's infectious enthusiasm inspires clients and employees to achieve excellence. His talent, experience, passion, drive, and creative vision make him more than the head of Red Bananas, he is the heart of our Team.

Vijayaraj – Managing Director

Vijay has been in the advertising industry since 1986, developing expertise in every area of graphic design, publication, and project execution. Vijay founded his own firm, Vishnu Traders, in 1993 and is one of the leaders in India's indoor and outdoor advertising market. Under his leadership, Vishnu Traders expanded operations to the international maket in 2001 with suppliers and clients across Asia.

In 14 years as a Managing Director and Owner, Viajy mentored hundreds of young people. He is responsible for developing some of India's leading designers. Vijay's intimate knowledge of the graphic design industry, its development, and all of the latest technologies provides a valuable resource to RBD. His keen business sense, pragmatic approach, and leadership skills make him an invaluable Managing Director.

Aubrey Nicholas (Nick) Renfroe– CEO and Director

Nick, an American entrepreneur and seasoned executive, brings excellent internatinoal credentials, outstanding academic achievement, and a history of success in several fields to Red Bananas. He graduated with high honors from Virginia Commonwealth University as the school's first triple major, earning his degree in English, Philosophy, and Religion, and has advanced study in Calculus and Physics at Millersville University in Pennsylvania.

Nick’s leadership skills combine with business management, strategic planning, contracting, and IT consulting experience to balance the RBD team. He has founded two companies in construction and international business development, has led Renfroe Associates International as Vice President for Research, and was Managing Director for RAI in Qatar.

His perspective on branding, international marketing, corporate identity and business development and his design expertise stem from a decade of practical experience, including theatre marketing, set design and construction, and production management. His construction company specialized in historic restorations. He is AutoCAD certified and has hands on experience as a drafter in a design consultancy in Washington, DC. He has a designer’s eye for function and utility.

Nick leads the RBD team to think beyond graphics because he must guarantee client expectations are exceeded. As the CEO, Nick leads his team to produce results – designs, corporate identities, and outcomes – that are more than memorably creative and beautiful. Nick makes certain they are effective across cultures and frontiers.