Perumal Koshy

Date of Birth: 07-02-1974

Email: and

Phone: +91-8745023981

F-171, Samaspur, Street-4

Mayur Vihar - Delhi 110091

Delhi - India

Permenant Address: Thachakali (H),

Thururthicadu

Vennikulam: 689597 - Kerala, India

EDUCATION

  • B. A (Economics) University of Mumbai, ( 1991 - 1994)
  • M.A Economics/Soviet Studies, Center for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai, India (1996)
  • Ph.D.: Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, (Russian Economy & Systemic Transition) University of Mumbai, (Formerly Bombay University), India.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism, K.C. College, Mumbai, India (1995)
  • MBA ( HR) Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies ( currently pursuing)

CERTFICATIONS

  • Certificate in Export Procedure and Documentation and Export Promotion, NIESBUD, Noida, Institute affiliated to Ministry of MSMEs, Government of India, 2013

Research Analyst Certification (NISM-Series-XV as per SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations- 2014)

NISM Series VA Certificiation SEBI (Certificationof Associated Persons in the Securities Markets) Regulations) ARN Number: ARN-112626

WORK EXPERIENCE

May 2015 to till date / National Coordinator: Pratichi Trust (
  • Monitoring & Evaluation and Appraisals of Projects and provide suggestions on various Socio- Economic Development programs and Research Projects.( Focus:Public Primary Education and Public Health )
  • Training/Skill Development of Micro Enterprises by Identifying rural industry units and entrepreneurs and support them.)
  • Assessment of key skills and trades in the region.
  • Need Assessment, SWOT Analysis.
  • Monitoring of Literacy programs, IT education and community libraries
  • Training and planning the implementation of Comprehensive and Continuous Assessment (CCA)
  • Monitoring the progress, goals and targets set and mentoring and guiding the project staff.
  • Develop and design programs and interventions in collaboration with partners and grass roots organizations.
  • To Prepare and submit annual reports/reports to Parliament.

June 2012 – May 2015 / Senior Economic Advisor Institute for Enterprise Research and Development ( IERD), Delhi
  • Assessment of Skill development need for the SME sector
  • Preparation of Skill development plan for the SME and development of various training programs for imparting the same.
  • To facilitate and help people/communities in finding solution to diverse developmental challenges and problems.
  • Organisation of Seminars/conferences and workshops
  • Training programs on “ E-Waste Management, Green Entrepreneurship Development
  • Editing and Publishing Global SME News G-SME News A digital magazine focussing on SME sector < globalsmenews.com
  • Networking and building partnership ( Opened IERD office in Muscat, as part of Star House International LLC, ARG Group of Companies , 22, Al Nadha Complex, Al Wattaya, Muscat Oman)
  • Financial literacy workshops and training programs
  • Entrepreneurship awareness programs for youth
  • Green Enterprise Summit 2012 ( Planned , Designed, Networked and developed all the documents for the summit in collaboration with several organizations )
  • Conferences/Workshops on Energy conservation also organized
  • Supported CAIT (Confederation of All India Traders) in the formation of The Action Committee for Formal Finance for Non-corporate Small Businesses, and working as a Convenor, together with leading industry associations and chambers and organizations from across India.
  • Edited, International Journal for SMEs ( IJSMEs)

July 2011 to May 2012 / Senior Economist, World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises ( WASME)
  • To supervise the economic division at WASME.
  • Develop Networking and partnerships with SMEs.
  • Represent the organization in discussions and meetings with external agencies and institutional members of WASME.
  • Work closely with Industry (SME) Associations, Chambers of Commerce.
  • Set up a training academy for SMEs, SME managers called WISMED.
  • Design and develop courses in consultation with SMEs and MSME stakeholders as per their requirement and demand.
  • Pre-Budget and Post Budget consultations with SMEs, Chamber and Association members.
  • MSME Policy Consultations and Discussions: with SMEs and Chamber and Association Members from different countries/region.
  • Organize and Conduct seminars, conferences and workshops.
  • Review and analysis of MSME Policies; Investment and Business climate region wise.
  • To Editi magazines, reference books, policy compendiums, directories, books.
  • Edited and brought out WORLD SME NEWS.
  • Edited and brought out World SME Update.

August 2008 to July 2011 / Director, Samadhan Foundation
  • Supervise Small and Micro Enterprise (MSME focussed projects and programs).
  • Develop Networking with MSMEs, SME associations.
  • Assessment of Skill development need for the SME sector in the state.
  • Preparation of Skill development plan for the SME and development of various training programs for imparting the same.
  • Conducted a study and prepare a report on “ICT Adoption in SMEs”.
  • Conducted a study on “Oil pollution: business potential in marine oil pollution combat” and prepared report for PESCO Oman - Briggs Marine, UK.
  • Study on ICT adoption in small businesses of Oman (for East-horizon LLC).
  • Edited and brought out Global SME News, a monthly publication focusing entrepreneurship, start-ups, technology, finance and policies pertaining to MSMEs.
  • Study on Trade security and ISPS code for a client from Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman.
  • Prepared report on “Private sector role in waste management services” for Brimstone enterprises, Trissur, Kerala.
  • Conducted a survey on “Adoption of Information and Communications Technology by SMEs in Kerala”.
  • Undertook a number of short research projects for academic clients from following Universities: Strathclyde University, UK; Birmingham University;Glasgow University; Monsh University, Australia.

December 2007 to July 2008 / Economist, Almajali International SAOC, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

  • To explore Business Development Opportunities by networking with companies around the world.
  • Developed a trade representation/mission division within Al Majali International.
  • Preparation of reports for specific projects, providing recommendations/ suggestions discussion guides,
  • Evaluation of business partnership proposals.
  • Documentation and develop procedures as per the ISPS code.
  • To give advice to the management on government policies, international shipping regulations (ISPS Code/MARPOL).
  • Represent the company in discussions with regulatory bodies and agencies.

2007 / Economist, World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (WASME), <
  • Supervise the economic division at WASME.
  • Work closely with Industry (SME) Associations, Chambers of Commerce.
  • Pre-Budget and Post Budget consultations with SMEs, Chamber and Association members.
  • MSME Policy Consultations and discussions: with SMEs and Chamber and Association Members from different countries/region.
  • Organise and conduct seminars, conferences and workshops.
  • Review and analysis of MSME Policies; Investment and Business climate region wise.
  • Edit and bring out the magazines, reference books, policy compendiums, directories, books etc.
  • Edited and brought out WORLD SME NEWS.
  • Edited and brought out WASME E-Bulletins.

2003 to 2006 / National Coordinator: Pratichi Trust ( A Trust set up by Prof. Amartya Sen.) <
  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Project Appraisals: Monitoring of projects, Evaluation of proposals and projects, reports and advising and submitting suggestions on various Socio- Economic Development programs and Research Projects.
  • Working with a focus on primary education and public health
  • Setting up of community libraries and planning and organising literacy programs
  • Assessment of key skills and trades in the region.
  • Need Assessment, SWOT Analysis.
  • Monitoring the progress, goals and targets set and mentoring and guiding the project staff.
  • Developing and designing programs and interventions in collaboration with partners and grass roots organizations.
  • Training/Skill Development; Preparing and submitting annual reports/reports to Parliament.

SELECT ARTICLES

  • Redesigning Financial Architecture, Financial Express, New Delhi, September 2014, P. 11
  • Untapped potential: financing youth ventures, Financial Express, April 12, 2013 P.13
  • Multiculturalism: Diversity index for MSMEs, Financial Express, February 18, 2011, P.10
  • Institutional Support for All, Financial Express, November 26, 2010, P.10
  • Advantage rural units, Financial Express, June 21, 2013, New Delhi,
  • Harnessing Solar Energy for Air Cooling, SME WORLD, June 2013
  • Packed with a punch, Small Enterprise India, January 2013, Vol. 1, issue- 2, pp. 10-12
  • Going green with electronic waste management, Small Enterprise India, February 2013, Vol. 1, Issue 3. ( Interview with Shashi Bhushan Pandit) Pp. 8-9
  • Reviving the art of terracotta pottery, Small Enterprise India, February 2013, Vol 1, Issue 3, Pp. 48 – 49 ( Interview with Harpreet Alhuwalia, CEO, Earthly Creations)
  • Harnessing Solar Energy for Air Cooling, SME WORLD, June 2013
  • Skewed reforms, Indian Currents, 29 October – 4 November 2012, Pp. 10-12
  • Rural India: the next big opportunity, Small Enterprise India ( Cover Story) December 2012, Vol 1, Issue 1, pp. 18–22
  • Cyber tools for Enterprises and Entrepreneurs, SME World, pp, 24-25, Vol.III No.11, November 2010
  • IT goes to Villages, Indian Currents, Vol. XIX, Issue No. 24, 11-17 June 2007, pp 23-25, New Delhi
  • Recession: Looking Towards Indigenous Solutions, June 28, 2009, Herald of India, July 3, 2009
  • Fostering educational opportunities for MSME workers, SME World, September 2012,
  • Retail Revolution, FDI and the Meaning of Reforms, Freedom First, Issue No.:549, March 2013, pp. 16-17
  • Rural Business Incubators: A tool for inclusive growth
  • Forget the student, The Little Magazine, Vol.VI: Issue 1&2, 2005 New Delhi
  • To Fear Is To Hate, The Little Magazine, Vol. VI: Issue 4&5, New Delhi, (Book Review)
  • Russia's Economic Transition: Gains and Social Losses? Occasional Paper Series, Center for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai, October 2001.
  • Global Economy after September 11 Attack, the Sunday Free Press Spectrum, 9th December, 2001, Mumbai, p.1
  • Beginning of a new faith, the Sunday Free Press Spectrum, Nov .4th, 2001 Mumbai, pp.1-2
  • Where are the jobs? The Sunday Free Press Spectrum, Oct.7, 2001, pp.1-2
  • Cheap Chinese goods: Dumping or Smuggling? The Sunday Free Press Spectrum, September 16, 2001, Mumbai, pp.1-2

( P. Koshy)