Alka Verma

CEO

Gurugram, Haryana, India18 yrs 7 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 18+ years of cross-industry leadership experience
  • Expert in driving operational excellence and compliance
  • Proven track record in CSR and community impact initiatives
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Corporate Operations Executive with expertise in Administration and CSR across diverse industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Corporate AdministrationCsrAdministrationCost EfficiencyAdministrative OperationsCrisis ManagementHr ManagementEvent CoordinationWorkforce IntegrationCustomer ServiceEvent AdministrationOperations ManagementAviation Training ManagementAcademic OperationsAir Defense

Other Skills

Analytical SkillsBudget ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementChange ManagementClient RelationsCommunity DevelopmentConfidentialityCreative Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingCross-team CollaborationCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Data AnalysisData-driven Decision MakingDigital TransformationEmployee Engagement

About

Experienced executive leader with 18+ years of cross-industry experience spanning Defence, Aviation, IT/ITES, Manufacturing, Hospitality, and Events. Leading large-scale, multi-location administrative operations that support 12,000+ employees in 24x7 environments. As a strategic advisor, I have aligned workplace strategy, governance frameworks, procurement, and digital transformation with core business objectives, while engineering vendor consolidation and governance models to enhance fiscal discipline and enterprise agility. I have led complex, multi-site operations, formulating and deploying strategic policies, driving cross-functional coordination, and establishing scalable operating models that boost efficiency, compliance, and employee productivity. Directed a Schedule VII-compliant CSR portfolio, delivering high-impact programs in education, community development, and sustainability, building strategic partnerships, and leading enterprise volunteering initiatives to create measurable social and brand impact. My career spans aviation operations (OCC, flight scheduling, training centres), corporate administration for large-scale manufacturing, and defense service as a Fighter Controller & Training Officer, combining operational control, people leadership, and governance expertise to drive organisational growth and resilience.. I have successfully reduced training centre downtime by 23% through process reengineering and scheduling efficiency, led audits across 3 facilities for regulatory compliance with nil findings . Achieved 10% cost optimization across infrastructure operations. I’ve built and led emergency response frameworks that cut incident escalation time by 15%, and implemented centralized vendor governance models to enhance consistency and accountability across operations.

Experience

Bata india limited

Head- Corporate Administration and CSR

Oct 2025Present · 5 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

  • As Head - corporate administration, workplace experience and CSR - streamlining operations, ensuring governance compliance, and enhancing workplace experience across head office functions. Leading policy design and implementation, procurement & vendor management, Digital transformation planning, and cross-functional coordination to drive operational excellence.
  • For CSR, designing and delivering high-impact programmes that focus on Children education, Girl Child & community development, sustainability, and circular economy practices. I have successfully built strategic partnerships, led employee volunteering initiatives, and created measurable social impact aligned with organisational values.
  • My leadership approach combines operational efficiency with employee-centric engagement and social responsibility. Enabling a collaborative environment to drive productivity, inclusivity, and sustainable business growth for organisation.
General AdministrationProcurementVendor ManagementDigital TransformationCorporate AdministrationCSR

Tata consultancy services

location Head - Administration

Jan 2024Oct 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos · Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India · On-site

  • Spearheading integrated administrative operations across large-scale, multi-city campuses supporting a workforce of 12,000+ employees in a 24x7 business environment, with accountability for facilities, infrastructure, security, sustainability, workplace safety, and vendor governance. Driving cost efficiency through procurement, contract negotiations, and resource optimization, achieving savings while maintaining service excellence. Embedding sustainability and ESG-aligned practices into operations, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and maintain green infrastructure initiatives. Ensuring process resilience, compliances, and uninterrupted business continuity.
  • Driving DEI initiatives into workforce engagement by fostering inclusive workplace practices, ensuring equitable access to opportunities.
  • Functioning as Internal Auditor for administrative operations, responsible for conducting independent audits of processes, compliance, and governance practices across multi-location campuses. Accountable manager for administrative audits with consistently nil findings during external, internal and Physical security client audits. Championing risk management frameworks, embedding preventive controls, and fostering a culture of compliance, ethical conduct, and operational discipline.
General AdministrationBudget ManagementInfrastructure ManagementTeam LeadershipProcurementAdministration+1

Indigo (interglobe aviation ltd)

Head- Administrative Operations & Strategy

Aug 2017Apr 2023 · 5 yrs 8 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

  • Directed administrative operations across multiple aviation training centres, ensuring seamless functionality of facilities, infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and vendor ecosystems in a high-growth,24x7 environment. Oversaw facility expansion projects and new site readiness, standardising processes to support rapid scaling up opertaions.
  • Strengthened business continuity and emergency preparedness frameworks as a key member of the Crisis Management & Family Support Group, safeguarding people and operations during disruptions. Institutionalised process governance and service delivery models, driving cost optimisation, operational efficiency, and consistent service standards across locations.
  • Designed training frameworks, elevating employee engagement for administration vertical.
Operations ManagementData AnalysisGeneral AdministrationChange ManagementCritical ThinkingBusiness Process Improvement+2

Cs direkt group

GM- HR & Administration

Aug 2016Aug 2017 · 1 yr · Gurgaon, India · On-site

  • Managed group companies of CS Direkt, Design Matrix and Vision Matrix; Lead administrative provision for onsite execution of events, supply logistics and infrastructure projects handling 24x7 operations. Coordinated for IT support, procurement and employee engagement.
  • Designed and developed internal HR and Administrative processes, Managed HRIS system and implemented HR Operations Software and payroll management. Designed comprehensive and coordinated approach for Talent management and recruitment procedures including structuring positions, standardizing JDs, hiring pipeline and employee life cycle management.
TrainingTalent ManagementHuman Resources (HR)Employee Learning & DevelopmentEmployee EngagementHR Management+1

Welspun group

DGM- Corporate Administration

Dec 2015Jul 2016 · 7 mos · Anjar Area, India

  • Led corporate administration for large-scale manufacturing operations, with responsibility for facilities, workforce support systems, compliance, and workplace governance.
  • Pioneered women workforce integration initiatives, designing infrastructure and policy frameworks for inclusivity, night-shift enablement, and safe workplace practices.
  • Enhanced administrative efficiency by formalizing policies on attendance, shift planning, productivity assurance, and workforce engagement.
Project ManagementFire ManagementGeneral AdministrationTransportation ManagementCross-team CollaborationHospitality+3

C s direkt events & exhibitions

DGM - Customer Service

Nov 2007Apr 2009 · 1 yr 5 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

  • Directed client service administration and operational governance for large-scale experiential events and exhibitions. Oversaw multi-location logistics, vendor governance, and on-ground execution frameworks, ensuring operational reliability under high-pressure timelines.
  • Fostered a culture of customer trust and repeat engagement, while mentoring teams in administrative discipline and service delivery excellence.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)Client RelationsEvent ManagementNegotiationP&L ManagementTeam Management+2

Air deccan

Senior Operations Manager - Operations Control Centre (OCC)

Jul 2006Dec 2006 · 5 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

  • Led OCC teams managing real-time flight disruptions ensuring continuity of schedules and resource allocation across the airline network.
  • Implemented governance protocols to balance profitability, compliance, and customer experience during operational disruptions. Coordinated multi-functional teams and systems, reinforcing enterprise resilience in a dynamic, high-risk environment.
Sustainable Resource UtilizationAnalytical SkillsCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Creative Problem SolvingData-driven Decision MakingOperations Management+1

Academy of airlines education

Centre Manager

Jul 2003Oct 2005 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Dehradun · On-site

  • Directed canter-wide administration, academic operations, and infrastructure governance for aviation training programs. Designed policies for faculty management, student services, and operational compliance, strengthening institutional credibility and service delivery.
  • Provided career counselling and workforce readiness support, ensuring alignment of training outcomes with industry requirements.
TrainingStrategic PlanningGeneral AdministrationOffice AdministrationRevenue & Profit GrowthAviation Training Management+1

Indian air force (iaf)

Commissioned Officer - Operations & Strategy

Jun 1998Jun 2003 · 5 yrs · India · On-site

  • As people manager, Led the operations team of functionally segregated tradesmen in complex setup of operational Air bases and developed human and other resources capability while coordinating with multiple agencies entrusted with Air Defense like Air traffic control operations, DGCA, AAI.
  • Provided guidance and support, planned and designed training programs for professional upgradation and operational preparedness of team members across station strength of approx. 1200 air warriors.
  • Operationally handled air operations of RADAR, Fighter and transport aircraft in Air Defence control of Area of responsibility. Managed independent security audits, trained to handle weapons and crisis situations, part of Kargil operations at forward base of Indian Air Force in South-Western sector.
Team LeadershipGeneral AdministrationConfidentialityAnalytical SkillsOperations ManagementAir Defense

Education

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow

GMP — HR

Jan 2006Jan 2006

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