Arun Lawaniya

Strategic ESG, CSR, and Sustainability leader with 10+ years of experience driving large-scale transformation programs across skilling, workforce development, and corporate sustainability in India. Proven expertise in mobilizing ₹100+ Cr in CSR and public-private funding, advising corporates and foundations on ESG strategy, BRSR/GRI reporting, and impact-driven investments. Strong track record of leading multi-state and international programs, building cross-sector partnerships, and delivering measurable social and economic outcomes aligned with SDGs and national priorities.

Senior Head – Projects & Capacity Building - Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)

(2025-04)

• Leading a national ESG, CSR-aligned skilling portfolio focused on green mobility and workforce transformation
• Mobilized ₹40+ Cr CSR funding through strategic partnerships with corporates and OEMs
• Advising organizations on ESG strategy, workforce planning and BRSR-aligned investments
• Designed and scaled women-focused skilling programs impacting 12,000+ beneficiaries
• Driving international workforce mobility initiatives across 5 countries, aligning with global certification frameworks
• Overseeing multi-state program execution with focus on impact measurement, compliance, and SDG alignment

Head – Projects & Capacity Building - Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)

(2024-04 - 2025-03)

• Mobilized ₹43 Cr in CSR partnerships and development projects
• Led women empowerment initiative training 4,000+ women in technical domains
• Designed ESG, CSR-aligned green skills, Automotive programs with international partners
• Established impact measurement and reporting systems for multi-state CSR initiatives
• Advised OEM CSR heads on optimizing impact ROI and compliance

Deputy Lead – State Initiatives - Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)

(2023-04 - 2024-03)

• Secured ₹25 Cr in government and state-level project collaborations
• Led multi-state implementation and stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Developed certification frameworks aligned with global standards
• Delivered SANKALP project with GIZ & IGCC implementing dual-certification model
• Designed national Train-the-Trainer and Master Trainer frameworks

Associate – Assessment & Capacity Building - Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)

(2016-10 - 2023-03)

• Managed nationwide implementation of PMKVY and RPL programs
• Led planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of skilling initiatives
• Coordinated with training partners, industry, and government stakeholders
• Supported development of Centers of Excellence (CoEs)

Engineer (Quality/Production) - Riddhi Tech Auto Pvt. Ltd

(2015-08 - 2016-09)

• Managed production quality systems and OEM audits
• Implemented Lean and 5S methodologies

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering - MDU University, Haryana (2015)