Retesh Kumar Email & Phone Number

Colonel Retesh KumarPhone: 9829109831 | Email: ritzyr@gmail.com | LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/retesh-kumar-aa5a24123Personal Statement:Results-oriented professional with 24 years of experience in the Indian Army, specializing in man management, logistics, Security and equipment management. Proven ability to lead teams and handle critical appointments. Skilled in UN operations, having managed Indian UN Peacekeeping Forces (PKF) in South Sudan, Lebanon, Congo and Israel. Recognized for exemplary accomplishments and awarded commendation cards three times. Seeking opportunities to leverage my expertise in a civilian role.Education:MSc in Defense Management, MadrasUniversity, 2011BSc in Electronics, Andhra University, 1997Work Experience:Indian Army (1999-2023)Managed critical appointments of man management, logistics, and equipment management.At Apex level was responsible for Indian UN Peacekeeping Forces, its coordination and facilitating of operations and logistics in South Sudan, Lebanon, Congo and Israel. Oversaw the successful induction of multi-million dollar equipment from India to South Sudan, coordinating logistics from India to Uganda and then to South Sudan.Served as Commanding Officer (of workforce of more than 600 men) responsible for the well-being of personnel and equipment. As Commanding Officer, executed mass movement of Men, material, vehicles and equipment in Deserts and High altitude terrain. Talent management is a forte.Served at critical Defence war gaming center, being responsible for training Army personnel in planning and execution of Various scenarios and contingencies as situation develops.Served at Apex level at Officers Training Academy responsible for induction, training, policy framing, evolving SOPs, coordination, conduct of visits of foreign dignitaries of immense importance to India and media management and talent search of Young cadets aspiring to join Army as officers.Certifications and Training:Certified Training of Trainers for UN Operations and Certified UN Logistics expertAwards and Achievements:Three-time recipient of Commendation Cards for exemplary accomplishments and work.Skills:Man managementLogistics and supply chain managementEquipment managementUN operationsLeadership and team buildingTraining and developmentStrategic planningRisk assessment and mitigationCommunication and negotiationReferences:Available upon request