Arun Mathur is an independent advisor based in Kenya. He graduated with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering and a Diploma in Statistical Methods from IIT, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi. Arun started his banking career with the State Bank of India and, through the years, has gathered all-around experience in various banks in India, Bahrain and East Africa. He retired as the CEO of I&M Bank group and now serves on the boards of multiple companies. He firmly believes in the ethical growth of African businesses.