Dr Sugumaran Permul

Dr. Sugumaran Permul is the CEO of JV Skills and DIYguru Malaysia, leading efforts in vocational and technical education to support Malaysia’s growth toward industrialization. He is a strong advocate for vocational education, emphasizing its role in job creation, entrepreneurship, and economic competitiveness. With a vision to develop Malaysia’s workforce, Dr. Sugumaran is focused on aligning educational pathways with industry demands. He believes in providing opportunities through skill education, which, in his view, is key to fostering a high-income economy akin to nations like Germany and Japan.