Vinod Kumar N is an experienced professional currently serving as the Senior Director (Trade & Investment) for the Green Economy at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) since December 2013. Previously, Vinod held several positions within Austrade, including Director for Trade & Investment in Energy, Environment & Climate Change for South Asia, as well as roles focused on infrastructure, agriculture, and food and beverage in South India. Prior to joining Austrade, Vinod worked at Ernst & Young from September 2007 to November 2013, where responsibilities included engagement execution as a Senior Consultant. Vinod holds an Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical from M.N.M.Jain Engineering College.