Arindam Lahiri is a seasoned professional with over three decades of diverse experience, currently serving as the CEO of the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC). His journey spans key roles in manufacturing, primarily in the automotive sector, and education & training. He started his career at Maruti Udyog, later gained global exposure at Honeywell Inc. (USA), and co-founded Career Launcher. He has held leadership positions at HT Media Ltd and GRAS Education & Training Services.

Key Highlights:

• Early Career & Manufacturing: Lahiri began at Maruti Udyog as a senior executive, responsible for vendor development in sourcing brake and wheel systems for various models of Maruti. He later joined AlliedSignal (which merged with Honeywell), where he played a pivotal role in developing global suppliers for the microturbine business.
• Global Exposure: At Honeywell Inc. in the USA, he managed sourcing and logistics, further enhancing his skills in global operations and supply chain management.
• Entrepreneurial and Educational Ventures: Lahiri co-founded Career Launcher, where he served as Director and Co-founder for 10 years, contributing to the diversification into vocational training and international operations. He also took on leadership roles as Chief Academic Officer at HT Media Ltd, where he spearheaded the Englishmate initiative in partnership with Cambridge English. He was also an Executive Director at GRAS Education & Training Services, focusing on strategic planning for large-scale skills training.
• Leadership at ASDC: Since 2019, as CEO of ASDC, Lahiri has been a driving force in aligning the automotive industry, academia, and government. He has focused on developing standards, curricula, and training programs for automotive skills, including electric vehicles, in line with India’s National Education Policy (NEP2020). His work supports livelihood enhancement and skills development for young job seekers.
• Educational Background: Lahiri holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Jadavpur University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Operations from IIM Lucknow. He also completed a Leadership Development Executive Education Program from the Indian School of Business (ISB).
• Advisory Roles: He serves on advisory boards for various startups, educational institutions, and policy review committees, contributing to government-level policy development in education and skills.

Specializations:

• Strategic Planning & Human Resource Management
• Business Development & Partnerships
• Supply Chain & Operations Management
• Skill Development and Education in emerging fields like EV technology

His leadership at ASDC is marked by an emphasis on AI, IoT, and other transformative technologies within the automotive industry, and he remains an influential figure in shaping India’s future workforce.

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