Vimala Arumugam

Vimala Arumugam is a Partner at Stanton Chase Kuala Lumpur. With over 33 years of leadership experience in global multinationals, Vimala has built a reputation for identifying and developing exceptional talent across Asia‑Pacific. Her career at BASF included senior roles in Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong, with business responsibility in the wider region, where she drove business growth, innovation, and cross‑cultural leadership.

A graduate of Universiti Utara Malaysia and alumna of Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, Vimala combines academic rigor with hands‑on expertise in guiding organizations through complex challenges.

Today, as a Partner at Stanton Chase Kuala Lumpur, she partners with clients to strengthen their leadership pipelines, build inclusive teams, and align talent strategies with long‑term business goals. Her regional insights and methodical approach make her a trusted advisor for boards and senior executives seeking sustainable success.

Beyond her professional work, Vimala is passionate about empowering youth excluded from mainstream education, helping them discover new pathways to learning and opportunity. This commitment reflects her belief that leadership is not only about business excellence but also about creating lasting social impact.