Air Commodore (Retd.) Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Kumar, VSM

Motivational Speaker | Military Leader | Former Vice Chancellor | Author

Air Commodore (Retd.) Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Kumar is a decorated Indian Air Force veteran, acclaimed motivational speaker, and respected academic leader. With over 30 years of service across the IAF, DRDO, ISRO, and NIC, he brings a unique blend of military precision, academic excellence, and strategic vision. A double Ph.D. holder and IIT Delhi alumnus, Dr. Kumar has served as Vice Chancellor at five reputed universities and led landmark national and international research projects.

Awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal and the Bihar Gaurav Samman, he is also a bestselling author and columnist, with a powerful presence on stage and in media. His keynotes have inspired thousands across India and abroad, addressing themes like leadership under pressure, innovation, youth empowerment, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking.

From corporate boardrooms to large-scale public forums, Dr. Kumar ignites minds with clarity, discipline, and a call to purposeful action.

His keynote address themes such as:

Leadership Under Fire: Lessons from the forces and beyond
The IIT Mindset: Turning ideas into impact
Discipline, Direction & the Drive to Excel
Youth, Innovation & the Spirit of Nation Building
Fail Fast, Rise Faster: Building antifragile teams and individuals
Strategic Silence & Tactical Communication: Speaking less, inspiring more
Work-Life Balance & Mental Resilience: Staying calm in a chaotic world
Youth & Nation Building: Channelling energy into purpose-driven impact
Conflict, Change & Corporate Governance: Navigating new world challenges with military clarity
Topics & Formats
  • Leadership Excellence
  • Team Building & Collaboration
  • Innovation & Agility
  • Strategic Thinking & Execution
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