Discover the secrets behind turning economic adversity into a global business triumph with Mukesh Vasani, the visionary behind Aimtron's rise from a modest 2009 startup to a $72 million EMS industry leader. In this interview, filmed on location at APEX 2024, we uexplore Aimtron's strategic expansions, from a 15,000 square foot facility to a global player with over 200,000 square feet and 14 SMT lines.
Mukesh explains how the 'China plus one' policy and India's emerging consumer market are reshaping the EMS landscape, underscored by the skilled workforce and evolving infrastructure. Mukesh also talks about the Aimtron Foundation, which is seeding the future of tech innovation, and fostering industry ready talent through academia and hands-on training.
Lastly we step into the vibrant world of retro arcade games, as we explore the charm of pinball machines and Aimtron's OEM business in this sector. Tune in for a heartwarming and honest reflection on the development of a family business that spans continents.
Like every episode of EMS@C-Level, this one was sponsored by global inspection leader Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Adaptable Automation Specialist Launchpad.build (https://launchpad.build).
You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.