IICCI Leadership

Governance, Vision &
Global Trade Leadership

Meet the leadership, honorary directors, and operational teams powering India’s premier chamber for importers, exporters, and international trade.

Institutional LeadershipIICCI

Leadership Vision

Guided by Experience, Driven by Global Trade Excellence

A dual executive showcase honouring institutional legacy and the forward-looking presidency guiding India's importing community into global markets.

Rajesh Kaithwas, President of IICCI
President

“We don't just connect businesses, we connect futures.”

Rajesh Kaithwas

President

Current President

India is poised to be the trade superpower of the 21st century — and IICCI will lead the charge.

The world is witnessing an unprecedented shift in global trade dynamics. India, with its $3.7 trillion economy and Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, sits at the heart of this transformation.

As President of IICCI, my commitment is to ensure every Indian importer, manufacturer, and entrepreneur has access to the global stage — through trusted partnerships, advanced trade intelligence, and a chamber that fights for their interests.

Together, we will build the next generation of global trade leaders from India.

Indian Importers Chambers of Commerce & Industry
Shri Atul Saxena, Ex President of IICCI
Ex President

“Institutions endure when leadership builds trust across generations.”

Shri Atul Saxena

Ex President

Institutional Legacy

A legacy of institutional excellence

Under distinguished stewardship, IICCI strengthened its foundations in policy advocacy, bilateral trade corridors, and member-centric governance — earning the confidence of importers and global partners alike.

The chamber's growth into a credible voice for India's importing community reflects decades of disciplined leadership, diplomatic engagement, and an unwavering commitment to ethical global commerce.

The path we charted continues to guide IICCI's global ambitions today.

Indian Importers Chambers of Commerce & Industry
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Governance FrameworkIICCI

Organizational Structure

A clear, tiered governance hierarchy — from strategic advisors to global chapters and operational support teams.

Advisors
President
Vice Presidents
Secretary General
Governing Council
Honorary Directors
Chapters & Cells
Support Teams
L1Strategic Guidance
Level 2
L3Executive Leadership
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
L7Global & Sector Operations
Level 8
8 governance levels
Top to bottom hierarchy
3-branch operations
Sector, state & international
50+ chapters
National & global network
Support teams
Member & field operations
Executive CouncilHonorary Board

Honorary Directors

“Distinguished Leaders Guiding IICCI’s Global Vision.”

Dr. Arjun Mehta
Honorary

Dr. Arjun Mehta

Honorary Director

International Trade & Policy

A veteran trade economist and former bilateral negotiator, Dr. Mehta advises IICCI on WTO frameworks, customs modernization, and strategic policy engagement with G20 trade corridors.

Mrs. Elena Vasquez
Honorary

Mrs. Elena Vasquez

Honorary Director

Global Supply Chain & Logistics

With three decades leading multinational logistics networks, Mrs. Vasquez strengthens IICCI's facilitation of cross-border supply chains, port partnerships, and integrated trade corridors.

Mr. Hiroshi Tanaka
Honorary

Mr. Hiroshi Tanaka

Honorary Director

Asia-Pacific Commerce

A respected voice in Indo-Pacific trade diplomacy, Mr. Tanaka bridges Japanese and Indian business communities through delegation programs, investment forums, and sectoral alliances.

3honorary directors & global advisors
Institutional credibility & international expertise
Operational ExcellenceIICCI Staff

Our Team

“The People Behind IICCI.”

Mr. T.K. Pandey
Director

Mr. T.K. Pandey

Role & designation

Director

Leads organizational direction, bilateral engagement, and high-level partnerships that strengthen IICCI's international trade facilitation mandate.

Governance