Indian Industrialist & Social Innovator
Sabu Jacob
Entrepreneur leader of sustainable community development and export-driven manufacturing.
Managing Director
of Kitex Garments Ltd
3rd Largest Infant Wear
Manufacturer in the World
Mentor of Twenty20
Kizhakkambalam Project
About Sabu Jacob
Sabu M. Jacob is a prominent Indian industrialist and social innovator from Kizhakkambalam, Kerala. He is widely respected for his vision, leadership, and commitment to excellence in both business and community development.
As the Managing Director of Kitex Garments Ltd, he has transformed the company into one of the world’s largest infant wear manufacturers. Under his leadership, the organization has gained global recognition for its quality, scale, and export-driven growth.
Beyond business, he leads the Twenty20 initiative, a community-driven movement focused on sustainable development. Through his efforts, Kizhakkambalam has evolved into a model village with improved infrastructure, healthcare, education, and public welfare.
Key Initiatives & Global Reach
Global Apparel Leadership
Kitex Garments Ltd leads global infant wear exports with world-class manufacturing, strong sustainability practices, and advanced technology-driven production systems.
Manufacturing Excellence
Community Transformation
Twenty20 Kizhakkambalam focuses on transforming communities through infrastructure development, clean housing, healthcare support, and long-term social welfare initiatives.
Model Village
Social Innovation Hub
Focused on innovation and impact, these initiatives promote community welfare, sustainable growth, and progressive solutions for long-term social development globally.
Innovating for Impact
Our Purpose & Direction
Our Vision
To build a globally respected enterprise that balances business excellence with social responsibility, creating lasting value for communities and future generations.
Our Mission
To drive innovation in manufacturing, empower communities through sustainable initiatives, and lead impactful projects that improve quality of life and economic growth.
Gallery
A glimpse into key moments, initiatives, and achievements.
Awards & Recognition
Highlighting key recognitions and milestones that reflect leadership, innovation, and impact.
Finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2015
Sabu Jacob was recognized as a finalist for the prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2015, one of the most respected global recognitions for business leadership and innovation. This acknowledgment reflects his ability to build and scale a world-class manufacturing enterprise.
Under his leadership, Kitex Garments Ltd has grown into a globally recognized name in infant wear manufacturing, known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and advanced production standards. His strategic vision has played a key role in expanding the company’s international presence.
Beyond corporate success, his contributions extend into meaningful social impact through the Twenty20 Kizhakkambalam initiative. This program focuses on improving infrastructure, healthcare, and overall quality of life for the local community.
By combining business excellence with community-driven development, Sabu Jacob has established a unique model of leadership that balances economic growth with long-term societal progress, making a lasting and positive impact.
Under his leadership, Kitex Garments Ltd has grown into a globally recognized name in infant wear manufacturing, known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and advanced production standards. His strategic vision has played a key role in expanding the company’s international presence.
Beyond corporate success, his contributions extend into meaningful social impact through the Twenty20 Kizhakkambalam initiative. This program focuses on improving infrastructure, healthcare, and overall quality of life for the local community.