Gagan Aggarwal Email & Phone Number

Chandigarh, Ch, In

Wales (Uk)

As an Independent Consultant with over two decades of experience, I specialise in driving impactful projects across education, ICT, life sciences, R&D, and telecom sectors. I collaborate with esteemed institutions, including NTPC Group of Colleges and Carleton University, to create innovative training programs focused on Electric Vehicles (EV), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and sustainability. My work emphasises skill development and cultural heritage promotion, substantially contributing to… Show more As an Independent Consultant with over two decades of experience, I specialise in driving impactful projects across education, ICT, life sciences, R&D, and telecom sectors. I collaborate with esteemed institutions, including NTPC Group of Colleges and Carleton University, to create innovative training programs focused on Electric Vehicles (EV), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and sustainability. My work emphasises skill development and cultural heritage promotion, substantially contributing to transnational educational reforms.Key Achievements:• Expanded Educational Initiatives: Launched EV and green skills training projects, enhancing sustainability education in India.• International Program Development: Spearheaded the Canada-India Acceleration Program focused on women's tech entrepreneurship.• Grant Acquisition: Secured significant funding for British educational programs, fostering cross-cultural exchanges.• Strategic Partnerships: Built collaborations to offer UK Level 4 qualifications in India, enhancing market entry for UK institutions.• Sustainability Advocacy: Developed ESG courses and led sustainability initiatives with industry partners to promote environmental practices. Show less

Gurgaon, India

Canada

Ontario, Canada

Fleming College, a leading institution with over 40 years of excellence in Environmental Sciences programs in Canada, provided me the platform to advance my expertise in skill development as the Director for India Water Initiatives. I actively collaborated with Central and State Government agencies to forge meaningful partnerships and focused on driving government initiatives that support international skills development under Government-to-Government frameworks, particularly fostering… Show more Fleming College, a leading institution with over 40 years of excellence in Environmental Sciences programs in Canada, provided me the platform to advance my expertise in skill development as the Director for India Water Initiatives. I actively collaborated with Central and State Government agencies to forge meaningful partnerships and focused on driving government initiatives that support international skills development under Government-to-Government frameworks, particularly fostering Indo-Canada skill exchange and research collaborations. Show less

New Delhi Area, India

I was onboarded by EMPI, a leading business school in India, due to my strong credentials in alliance building and incubation. I played a key role in establishing unique business incubator and accelerator programs, creating a solid platform for entrepreneurs and existing businesses to stabilize and grow, thereby enhancing the school's prestige. This position allowed me to leverage my expertise in forming strong partnerships with government agencies, local bodies, and other resourceful avenues… Show more I was onboarded by EMPI, a leading business school in India, due to my strong credentials in alliance building and incubation. I played a key role in establishing unique business incubator and accelerator programs, creating a solid platform for entrepreneurs and existing businesses to stabilize and grow, thereby enhancing the school's prestige. This position allowed me to leverage my expertise in forming strong partnerships with government agencies, local bodies, and other resourceful avenues. I successfully solidified several innovative programs in collaboration with partners from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore. I promoted best practices in stakeholder engagement, project management, and performance management, ensuring benchmarking against global emerging best practices. Show less

New Delhi Area, India

I led the establishment of a world-class integrated applied research platform aimed at driving innovations in the water sector, both domestically and internationally. This first-of-its-kind initiative in India brought together Research and Academia, Government, Industry, and Civil Society to achieve its objectives. As Head of Training and Skill Development and a senior panel expert, I drove organization-wide capacity building to align with long-term goals. I forged partnerships with the… Show more I led the establishment of a world-class integrated applied research platform aimed at driving innovations in the water sector, both domestically and internationally. This first-of-its-kind initiative in India brought together Research and Academia, Government, Industry, and Civil Society to achieve its objectives. As Head of Training and Skill Development and a senior panel expert, I drove organization-wide capacity building to align with long-term goals. I forged partnerships with the Canada-India Water Training Consortium, a collaboration of Canadian colleges (Fleming, Northern, Confederation, Centennial) and OCWA Canada, and worked closely with National and State Governments, academic institutes, and other stakeholders. Additionally, I strategized workforce development to create job-ready professionals in the water sector, improving the quality of service delivery. Show less

New Delhi Area, India

At Indian Angel Network, India’s largest and Asia’s biggest angel network, I utilized my expertise to assist incubatees by leading requirement analysis, business planning, sales strategy development, sponsorship support, and the creation of a pipeline for start-up ideas. I also played a key role in brand development, partner relations, and building strategic alliances both locally and internationally, while directing regional teams to promote the IAN Incubator. During my tenure, I led four… Show more At Indian Angel Network, India’s largest and Asia’s biggest angel network, I utilized my expertise to assist incubatees by leading requirement analysis, business planning, sales strategy development, sponsorship support, and the creation of a pipeline for start-up ideas. I also played a key role in brand development, partner relations, and building strategic alliances both locally and internationally, while directing regional teams to promote the IAN Incubator. During my tenure, I led four companies to secure angel investment and facilitated corporate relationships, representing the network at various forums and events. I organized successful workshops, boot camps, and events with entrepreneurs to foster business growth. Additionally, I engaged with government and private sector personnel and mentors, spearheaded knowledge-oriented initiatives to gain insights into the Indian incubation and entrepreneurial ecosystem, increased the number of incubated companies, and worked on securing grants from the Indian government for these companies. Show less

Uk

I advised Educational Development Strategies Private Limited (EDS) in India on their foray into the market by sourcing a range of technology companies and academic institutions for strategic alliances. My most significant contributions include delivering a high-end technology solution to the Government of India, forging an alliance with a leading industrial group in Delhi to establish a vocational training institute from scratch, and developing an entry strategy and partnership with a British… Show more I advised Educational Development Strategies Private Limited (EDS) in India on their foray into the market by sourcing a range of technology companies and academic institutions for strategic alliances. My most significant contributions include delivering a high-end technology solution to the Government of India, forging an alliance with a leading industrial group in Delhi to establish a vocational training institute from scratch, and developing an entry strategy and partnership with a British university to build its foundation in India and set up a Think Tank. Show less

Chandigarh, India

London, Uk

India

Mba, International Business

Be, Mechanical