Bharat Wakhlu

• President, The Wakhlu Advisory | Leadership Mentor | Keynote Speaker & Author

Bharat’s differentiating characteristic is his abiding commitment to the long-term success, and advancement of those he serves. A leader with impeccable decision-making and people skills, Bharat has the power to work collaboratively to resolve problems, and unleash the talents of culturally diverse groups, to make wholesome and lasting change.

An author of four books, his most recent one (co-authored with his wife, Savita) ‘Navigating the Maze – Simple, Smarter, Strategies to Fast-Track Success’ is especially suited to address the myriad concerns of professionals working in a fast-paced, interconnected and volatile world.

He is the former India Managing Director for the Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, the Stratford USA based Helicopter OEM, now a part of Lockheed Martin. Prior to that, he was with the Tata Group in diverse senior roles for over three decades. Bharat’s work with the Tata Group and Sikorsky has given him unique capabilities in the areas of organisational performance, process and value improvement, leadership and team development, ethical decision-making, governance, responsible business and much more.

Bharat believes that customer centricity, ethics & integrity, management of processes & products and leadership should form the bedrock of any successful, scalable operation. He has conceptualised and delivered innovative and path-breaking solutions to complex organisational issues, in industries as varied as aerospace and defence, industrial products and start-ups. Workers’ unions have frequently sought Bharat’s advice on matters related to labour productivity and management interactions.

A sought-after speaker, he is passionate about working with values and ethics and unfolding innovation and beneficial change. He is a Fellow of the American Society for Quality (ASQ), and of the All India Management Association (AIMA). And serves on several boards as well.

Podcast

Bharat Wakhlu:Class of 2020: Entering the workforce amidst the pandemic

For those who have joined the workforce in the last 2 years, amidst the pandemic, lockdowns and hybrid working, it’s been a very different work environment. What should they know about the new paradigm? And charting success in this new world? Author of “Navigating the Maze: Simple, Smarter Strategies to Fast-track Success” Bharat Wakhlu spoke to us about better communication, enhanced listening, and a spiritual bend of mind to master the world of work. Tune in to hear the conversation! With over 35 years of experience, Bharat has coached and mentored hundreds of leaders throughout his career, enabling them to reach their full potential. Reach out to our team to engage with Bharat for leadership mentoring and coaching.

Bharat Wakhlu: “Leaders Can No Longer Sit in their Ivory Towers”

Leadership Mentor and Management Consultation Bharat Wakhlu spoke to us about the most pressing challenges for leaders in 2022. And the critical skills they will need to lead in a world that continues to be in a state of flux. With over 35 years of experience, Bharat has coached and mentored hundreds of senior leaders throughout his career, enabling them to reach their full potential. Reach out to our team to engage with Bharat for leadership mentoring and coaching.

Books

Navigating the Maze

Close Call in Kashmir

Total Quality

Restoring Values

Articles

The Management of Reputations