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kapil Chowdhry

kapil Chowdhry

Kozhikode,Kerala

Summary

Dynamic military leader with over 15 years of experience in organizational culture transformation, change management, and leadership development, leading teams of 1000+ personnel. Proficiently drove large-scale strategic initiatives, improving employee engagement by 25% and operational efficiency by 30%. Expertise in utilizing data-driven insights to align business operations with organizational values, supporting HR transformations, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded key initiatives such as reducing project turnaround time by 20% and increasing leadership pipeline development by 5%. Accomplishment in leading teams through complex transitions, delivering a 25% performance improvement. Seeking to leverage these skills to contribute to an organization's mission of fostering an inclusive, high-performance work culture.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DIRECTOR OPERATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE SPECIALIST

Indian Air Force
01.2021 - Current
  • Directed operations of the Combat missile squadron in role of Terminal Weapon Director (TWD) and executed critical decision-making processes under pressure, contributing to successful missions with zero losses or malfunctions recorded
  • Spearheaded the integration of air traffic, meteorological, and operational centres; developed collaborative protocols that led to a smoother flow of information and reduced decision-making time by 40%, enhancing overall station performance
  • Streamlined operational protocols for coordinated manoeuvring of over 50 aircraft types during peak exercise periods; improved turnaround time on deployment activities from hours to approximately one hour through optimized scheduling techniques
  • Engineered a robust leadership pipeline through targeted development programs, resulting in a 5% increase in high-potential employee development and a rise in leadership bench strength
  • Led initiatives to enhance organizational culture, aligning values and behaviours, and resulting in a 25% increase in employee alignment with company mission and boost productivity
  • Facilitated the comprehensive execution of the landmark Pan-India exercise 'Gaganshakti,' showcasing exceptional leadership and strategic alignment across over 150 aerospace defence frameworks, enhancing mission readiness
  • Advised leadership on best practices for improving operational efficiency, resulting in a 20% reduction in project turnaround time and a 15% increase in team productivity over six months
  • Implemented group training sessions for new hires (Agniveer), aligning with organizational philosophy; augmented on-boarding efficiency by 30% and reduced training time from 8 weeks to 4 weeks
  • Introduced new capabilities within organizational framework, optimizing operational practices and achieving a 20% reduction in project completion time
  • Coordinated and led action planning sessions within the Finance head; identified and corrected inefficiencies, resulting in a 15% increase in overall financial process efficiency and saving 200+ hours annually.

OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Indian Air Force
09.2019 - 09.2021
  • Developed comprehensive training programs based on Psychological principles and methodologies for 50+ employees; amplified process efficiency by 30% and enhanced peer motivation through inclusive learning
  • Analyzed workforce trends using advanced data analytics tools, identifying key areas for improvement; insights directly contributed to the development of targeted training programs, resulting in a 20% increase in employee performance metrics
  • Launched a structured mentorship program connecting senior leaders with emerging talents which resulted in over 10 developmental plans implementation, demonstrating effectiveness in nurturing future organizational leaders
  • Demonstrated thought leadership as Senior Operations Officer by addressing redundancies found through systems reviews findings identified solutions targeting three major sources of inefficiencies leading towards smoother operation workflows
  • Initiated significant renovations at the Station Unit Run Canteen (URC) in Station, implementing upgrades that increased operational capacity by 30%, enhancing overall satisfaction for over 2000 stationed personnel
  • Directed comprehensive oversight of infrastructure in the Officers' Mess, including bar, lawn facilities, rooms and gymnasium; implemented efficient scheduling processes that improved service responsiveness by 40%, benefiting over 600 monthly visitors.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND OPERATIONS OFFICER

Indian Air Force
12.2015 - 08.2019
  • Guaranteed flawless execution of flying operations for 700+ routine missions and VIP commitments over a four-year period, establishing standards that underscored safety protocols and operational excellence throughout the unit
  • Assumed the pivotal role of Unit Aerospace Safety Officer, monitoring incidents at the unit level and maintaining up-to-date safety documentation, thereby fortifying the unit's safety culture
  • Built a record-keeping system that adhered to industry best practices, reducing data retrieval time by 40% and improving accuracy in reporting by 25%
  • Entrusted with the responsibility for the overall Information Security of the establishment, functioning as the Chief Intelligence Officer (CIO) of the unit thereby ensured the protection of sensitive information and the integrity of intelligence operations
  • Managed the technological infrastructure as Unit IT Officer, ensuring optimal performance of 50+ assets and maintaining server uptime at 99.9%, thereby supporting seamless operational and administrative functions for the unit
  • Navigated a critical incident involving a damaged link road connecting to the runway by employing cutting-edge technology in the renovation process, ensuring a swift and efficient restoration of vital infrastructure.

OPERATIONS OFFICER

Indian Air Force
07.2009 - 11.2015
  • Demonstrated excellence in conducting incident-free flying operations, including VIP and routine missions; recognized twice in Air Force magazine for outstanding emergency handling, showcasing decision-making and airmanship
  • Shouldered the responsibility for the overall Administration and Information Security of the establishment, serving as the Adjutant of the unit and ensured the continuous improvement of administrative processes and the protection of sensitive information
  • Led the transition to a paperless practice by implementing an electronic booking system and a faster and accurate operating procedure which decreased costs of labour by 30% and office overhead by 10%.

Education

Ph.D. - Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India
12.2025

Impact of Digital Addiction on Organizational Citizenship Behaviour”

  • Completed Coursework: Research Methodology, 2023

Business Management Programme - Business Management

IIM Kozhikode, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT KOZHIKODE
11.2024

Master of Science - Military Psychology

Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India
12.2016
  • Study to personality variables - Research Project

B Tech - Computer Science

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New, Delhi
06.2009

Skills

  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Strategic Planning
  • Negotiation and Mediation
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Organizational Development
  • Training and Development
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Facilitation skills
  • Organizational Culture Transformation
  • Leadership Development
  • Change Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Performance Optimization
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cultural Competence
  • Change Communication
  • Operations Management
  • Team Management
  • People Management
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Staff Development
  • Strategies and goals
  • Business Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Program Management
  • Business Development
  • Issues Resolution
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Government relations
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Process Improvements
  • Adaptability
  • Employee reviews

Accomplishments

  • Led the implementation of the People Capability Maturity Model, enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency by 25% through data-driven insights, driving large-scale HR transformations
  • Authored and presented a research paper on Organizational Citizenship Behaviour, attracting over 200 attendees at the 2023 national conference organized by Andhra University
  • Formulated engaging visual content for a research-focused poster presented at the International Conference organized by DIPR on Human capital and contributed to discussions with over 150 attendees from diverse sectors regarding digital addiction's influence on military culture and behaviour patterns
  • Led a team of 1000+ personnel, improving team collaboration and organizational effectiveness through strategic directions in training and talent development programs, resulting in a 25% performance improvement.

Certification

  • Change Management (Pursuing)
  • Organizational Design, IIM Bangalore
  • Platform business model, IIM Bangalore
  • Project Management, IIT Roorkee
  • New Age Business Models, IIM Bangalore
  • Consumer Psychology, IIT Guwahati
  • Body Language, IIT Roorkee
  • Advanced topics in Organizational Behaviour, IIM Sirmaur
  • Psychology of Stress, Health and Well Being, IIT Guwahati


Timeline

DIRECTOR OPERATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE SPECIALIST - Indian Air Force
01.2021 - Current
OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - Indian Air Force
09.2019 - 09.2021
ADMINISTRATIVE AND OPERATIONS OFFICER - Indian Air Force
12.2015 - 08.2019
OPERATIONS OFFICER - Indian Air Force
07.2009 - 11.2015
Andhra University - Ph.D., Industrial And Organizational Psychology
IIM Kozhikode - Business Management Programme, Business Management
Bharathiar University - Master of Science, Military Psychology
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University - B Tech, Computer Science

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