Managing Director
Arun Silvester
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- English
Contact information
Fragomen Immigration Services India (Pvt) Ltd.
5th Floor, Tower 1, Lulu Cyber Infopark, Infopark Expy, Kakkanad
Kochi KL 682042
India
Arun is a Managing Director at Fragomen’s Kochi office, where he leads Fragomen’s U.S. Shared Services operations. With nearly two decades of experience in his career, Arun has cultivated experience collaborating with clients across diverse industries and geographical regions to address their immigration requirements. He plays a critical role in driving organizational success through effective leadership, client engagement, program management and strategic planning in the complex and dynamic field of immigration services. Over the years, he has adeptly adapted to changing immigration landscapes and emerging trends, consistently delivering innovative solutions and technology-driven RPA support tailored to the evolving needs of U.S. offices serving clients across diverse sectors.
Arun is deeply invested in promoting employee engagement and fostering a supportive work culture. Through his leadership, Fragomen India has implemented a range of employee engagement initiatives aimed at enhancing morale, promoting teamwork and celebrating diversity. He has been instrumental in establishing the U.S. Writer's Club, providing a platform for writers specializing in content writing to collaborate and innovate. He has spearheaded career development programs designed to equip employees with the skills and knowledge necessary for advancement within the organization. These programs not only enhance professional growth but also contribute to the overall success of Fragomen India by nurturing a talent pipeline of skilled individuals.
In addition to career development, Arun is dedicated to fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. He has championed training initiatives that provide employees with opportunities to enhance their skills, stay abreast of industry trends and deliver exceptional service to clients.
Education
- University of Wales, M.B.A, 2004
- Bangalore University, B.Sc., 2003
More from Arun
Awards
Optimas Award, Global Outlook Category, Workforce Management, Workforce.com, 2007
Annual Awards for Excellence, Internal Customer Delight Category, leading IT company, 2007 to 2008
President Award/Rashtrapati Puraskar – Scouts and Guides, was issued by the 10th President of India, Honorable K.R. Narayanan
Experience
Established end-to-end process enhancements that contributed to significant scale efficiencies, as well as initiatives to optimize complex organization-wide programs.
Developed systems that automated internal processes to maximize process efficiency and enhance service delivery.
Established Quality Management System frameworks.
Publications and lectures
Speaker, “Updates on Immigration” Mercer Webinar, December 2020.
Speaker, “COVID-19: Immigration Outlook – Worldwide.” Mercer Webinar, July 2020.
Speaker, “Reflections of the Indian IT Industry on EU Legal Migration Framework.” International Labor Organization, April 2020.
Speaker, “EU India Talent Mobility Seminar.” International Labor Organization, Pune, India, June 2019.
Speaker, “Prep Your International Students for Success: Navigating the Immigration and Border Entry Process.” American International Recruitment Council, webinar, August 10, 2017.
Speaker, “Global Immigration and Mobility.” Bangalore Chamber of Commerce, Bangalore, November 2016.
Speaker, “Global Immigration Trends.” Society of Human Resources Management Conference, Gurgaon, India, September 2013.
