Meet Kaustubh, a mechanical engineer whose journey of innovation began as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT Bombay, where he ingeniously developed the Metal Injection Molding process for Micro components. Armed with this groundbreaking achievement, Kaustubh embarked on a trajectory of excellence that has spanned over 17 years in the Automotive and Aerospace domains.

From his stellar contributions at Tata Group to his impactful leadership at Uno Minda Group, Kaustubh has led the charge on four Greenfield projects, shaping the future of Aerospace and Automotive products. His corporate tenure saw him at the helm of Business Development and Product Development for Uno Minda Group in South East Asia, overseeing key markets like Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, and Malaysia.

Fueling his entrepreneurial spirit, Kaustubh now serves as a founding partner at Imoto, an electric vehicle startup in Indonesia, driving innovation and sustainability in the region. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, Kaustubh collaborates with companies aiming to expand their footprint in South East Asia, leveraging his extensive network and expertise.

Kaustubh's journey has taken him across continents, immersing himself in diverse cultures and markets. Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, his five-year sojourn in Indonesia epitomizes his dedication to understanding and embracing the intricacies of the region. With a passport filled with stamps from Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Singapore, and Malaysia, Kaustubh embodies the epitome of a global leader, ready to shape the future of mobility and beyond.

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