Munish Kumar Email & Phone Number

Delhi, India

New Delhi Area, India

 Manage organization's travel services contract around US$ 20M thru 5 years lifetime and oversee the TMC (Travel Management Contractor) providing quality services and issuing airline tickets in accordance with USG regulations. Management of human resources of thirteen USG & TMC employees. Ensure accuracy and timely submission of TMC's invoices in order to de-obligate USG funds.. Establish rapport and cultivate relationships with senior management throughout the travel industry sectors specifically airline/top-end hotel Country Managers and Sales & Marketing Vice Presidents to negotiate for special privileges for the Mission's benefit Lead and organize logistics of high-profile visits to India by the US government officials / secretaries (cabinet ministers) and congressional delegations, including management of protocol, airport logistics & operations and working with Mission's core team. Act as organization's expert and advisor to senior management including Management Counselor and the Ambassador's office on full range of travel related issues, regulations and policies, the Fly America Act and other travel regulation Manage relationship with officials of host government / non-government to deliver top quality services for the organizationAwards:. May 2019: Team award for exceptional support and going above and beyond regular duties to execute urgent USG travel support actions.· 2016: Meritorious Honor Award for outstanding service and dedication in saving 12 senior USG officials from Chennai floods of 2015 and evacuating them to a safe place.· 2016: Mission Honor Award in recognition of exceptional initiative in negotiating money saving contracts with hotels resulting in savings for USG from Sep 2015 to Mar 2016. The savings have crossed $1,5M.· 2016: Team Eagle Award for exceptional performance and strong commitment to excellence in support of both the Mission and SCA Bureau of USG in 2016.. Multiple Customer Service Awards.

Delhi, India

 Led management of high-profile visits to India by the British Prime Ministers, members of Royal family and senior ministers / officials, including protocol, security liaison, airport formalities, program planning, hotel, transport, Government helicopters and chartered flights in Delhi and other regions in India and beyond India. Organized a VVIP visit in London during London Olympics in 2012. Handled policy direction/nuances and leading the India-wide Travel Management Centers for enhanced customer satisfaction. Negotiated All-India hotel deals and special arrangements during VIP visits and corporate deals with domestic and international airlines for special benefits for the British government. Management of thirty-five employees in five sections in Corporate Services department,Awards/Recognition:2013: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) Award for Excellence. The topmost team in the entire network of Foreign and Commonwealth Offices and British diplomatic missions. Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Office RT. Hon. William Hague presented the award during FCO leadership confereence.2012: Letter of thanks from Simon Martin, Director Protocol, for my excellent work as an Olympics/Paralympics Visits Officer during 2012 London Olympics.2010: Negotiated an India-wide marker hotel deal and made an annual saving of ₤210,000 (US$350,000) for the British Government. Received kudos from the High Commissioner for this achievement.2010: FCO Bonus award for excellent contribution for Delhi Commonwealth Games 2010 and associated VIP visits of HRH Prince Charles of Wales and HRH Prince Edwards, Earl of Wessex 2010: FCO Bonus award for excellent management and delivery of complex and a high scale visit by the Prime Minister and six cabinet ministers.2007-2009: South Asia and Afghanistan Directorate (SAAD) Bonus award.2006 & 2007: Best team award.2002: Bonus award for excellent handling of British Prime Minister’s visit to India in 2002.

New Delhi Area, India

 Managed airport facilitation for high-profile visits and secured Indian government’s VIP lounge approvals, airport access and weapon / baggage clearances. Efficiently arranged VIP arrival / departure facilities for special flights at Military terminal. Proficiently handled customs / MEA clearance of Embassy’s crucial support flight bringing diplomatic consignments for the Embassy. Delivered customs clearance of official / personal consignments at the Air cargo and Dry port,Awards:2000: Meritorious Honor Award for providing excellent services during U.S. Presidential visit in 2000. Also received a Certificate of Appreciation from White House Communication Agency (WHCA).2000: Cash Award in 2000.1999: Extra mile award in 1999.1997: Meritorious Honor team award in 1997.1996: Cash award in 1996.

Master Of Business Administration, Strategy, Creativity & Innovation, Finance, Project Management, Pass With Merit

* Accredited with Association of MBAs, EQUIS – the world's leading European accreditation for business schools and AACSB – The Association.

Bsc In Electronics, Mathematics & Physics, Mathematics & Physics, Graduate