Industry Leaders

Brig Akashdeep Bhanot
SM (Retd)
Indore
Mr Akash Bhanot, a highly accomplished professional with over 35 years of distinguished service in the Indian Army, he brings a wealth of leadership, mentoring, and training experience to his role as a Career Counsellor and Motivational Mentor.
During his illustrious career, he served at the Rashtrapati Bhavan as the Commandant of The President’s Bodyguard, reflecting the highest standards of discipline, leadership, and responsibility. He is also a certified Interviewing Officer for the Services Selection Boards (SSB), with deep expertise in assessing candidates for defence services.
He has held key academic and leadership positions, including serving as Chairman of an Army Public School and a Kendriya Vidyalaya, contributing significantly to educational excellence and student development.
His extensive training background includes serving as an instructor at the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla, heading the training team at the Military Institute of Technology, Pune, and being part of a Training Team in Bhutan. As a Group Commander in the National Cadet Corps (NCC), he has mentored and inspired countless young individuals.
Passionate about youth development, he specializes in guiding students toward careers in the armed forces and beyond, instilling confidence, discipline, and a sense of purpose. His mentoring approach focuses on leadership development, personality building, and preparing individuals to make a meaningful and positive impact in society.

Alok Misra
ED-HR, ONGC (Retd)
Dehradun
Mr. Alok Misra, a seasoned professional with over 36 years of extensive experience in the field of Human Resource Development, he brings deep industry insight and strategic expertise to his role as a Career Counsellor and Leadership Mentor.
He has served as Executive Director – HR at one of India’s largest public sector oil organizations, where he played a pivotal role in shaping HR strategies, talent management, leadership development, and organizational transformation at scale.
As a Guest Faculty at various premier management institutes and universities, he has actively contributed to grooming future leaders by sharing practical industry knowledge and insights into evolving workplace dynamics.
He also serves as Chairman of the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), Dehradun Chapter, where he continues to engage with HR professionals and promote excellence in people management practices.
With a strong passion for mentoring and talent development, he specializes in guiding students and professionals on career planning, leadership development, and navigating corporate environments. His counselling approach combines real-world experience with strategic guidance, enabling individuals to build sustainable and successful careers.





