Head, iMOVE Office in India
C/o SEQUA gGmbH Liaison Office (India)
Founder – Alliance of Indian MSMEs (AIM)
EuropeCareers is proud to have Mr. Arunachalam Karthikeyan as a distinguished member of our Advisory Board. With more than 26 years of professional experience, Mr. Karthikeyan brings unmatched expertise in policy advocacy, MSME development, vocational education and training (VET), migration and mobility of skilled workforce, and international trade cooperation.
Professional Journey
Mr. Karthikeyan has played a pioneering role in strengthening Business Membership Organisations (BMOs), Employers’ Federations, and Industry Associations across India. He has successfully implemented several Indo-German and Indo-European partnership projects, including the ZDH/SEQUA Partnership Project, funded by the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), impacting over 50 industry associations across 20 Indian states.
As the Founder of Alliance of Indian MSMEs (AIM), he has established one of India’s first start-up industry associations, recognized under the Government of India’s Start-up India Movement. AIM today serves as a think tank and a powerful network for MSME associations across the country.
Currently, he heads the iMOVE Office in India, C/o SEQUA gGmbH Liaison Office (India) under the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). His focus lies in strengthening vocational training collaborations between India and Germany, and enabling Indian skill providers to establish Centres of Excellence in mechatronics, welding, industrial mechanics, and domestic technologies.
Global Perspective
Mr. Karthikeyan’s work spans across Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia, with hands-on experience in more than 15 countries. His global exposure allows him to connect Indian industries and skilled professionals with international opportunities, aligning with EuropeCareers’ mission of creating sustainable career pathways.
Vision
Guided by his vision of equity, diversity, peace, and success for all, Mr. Karthikeyan continues to champion initiatives that empower the youth, strengthen industries, and build meaningful international partnerships.
