Melbourne: The Australia India Institute (AII) has appointed Mr Jim Varghese, AM, as AII’s Executive Director of Business Development. The announcement was made by Professor Amitabh Mattoo, Director and CEO of the AII, Mr Varghese will lead AII’s mission to strengthen ties with business and develop partnerships with Australian firms interested in investment in India.
Mr. Varghese is uniquely qualified for this senior executive role with AII. His outstanding record as a chief executive in both the public and private sectors, includes running multifaceted businesses, fostering innovation, and delivering excellent results in a challenging and ever-changing environment.
Mr Varghese was awarded the Centenary Medal for services to the Public Sector and in 2009 was awarded an Order of Australia for Services to Public Sector Reform and Services to the Community.
– SAT News Service.
