Taruna Kumar — Chief of Staff
I’m a strategic operator and PMO leader with 20+ years of experience turning vision into execution across EdTech, startups and high-growth organizations. From launching new markets and scaling operations to driving cross-functional initiatives and building new functions from the ground up, I specialize in creating clarity, momentum, and impact in fast-moving environments. Most recently, as Director - PMO at Dibber Schools, I worked alongside the CEO and global leadership team to launch ten new school units, execute global tech projects (CRM, HCM, proprietary app), and build specialized functions like supply chain and franchise operations — all within a 15-month scale-up window. I thrive at the intersection of strategic planning, operational excellence, and people leadership. With deep experience across project governance, business transformation, and stakeholder alignment, I bring a rare blend of executional rigor and high EQ — the kind of trusted partnership CEOs need in a Chief of Staff or Head of PMO. Certified in PMP and Scrum (CSM), I’m equally comfortable operating in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid setups. Whether it’s setting up a new PMO, accelerating GTM plans, or building internal systems for scale, I bring a builder’s mindset and a sharp focus on outcomes. Outside of work, I’m a dedicated fitness enthusiast with a decade-long passion for training and wellness. I’m always happy to coach or guide anyone on that front. Let’s connect if you’re looking to build strategic clarity, scale your operations, or need a sharp and dependable thought partner in the trenches.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic operations leader in the EdTech sector with expertise in project management and organizational growth.
Location: New Delhi, Delhi, India
Experience: 20 yrs
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Agile Methodologies
- Training Development
- Program Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Student Engagement
- Customer Success
- Account Management
- Talent Acquisition
Career Highlights
- 20+ years of experience in strategic operations
- Expert in launching new markets and scaling operations
- Certified in PMP and Scrum methodologies
Work Experience
Wadhwani Foundation
Wadhwani Center for Government Digital Transformation (11 mos)
Freelance
Strategic Consultant & Health Coach (1 yr 10 mos)
Dibber
Director Program Management Office (1 yr 3 mos)
KPMG
Manager - KPMG Global Services (1 yr 1 mo)
ALS Satellite Education Pvt.ltd (VSP)
Academic Operations Head (4 yrs 1 mo)
Wooqer
Customer Success Partner (1 yr 10 mos)
Pearson India
Senior Territory Manager (2 yrs 2 mos)
IndiaCan
Content Analyst (Pearson India and Educomp JV) (3 yrs 7 mos)
NIS Sparta
Consultant (4 yrs 2 mos)
Education
E-MDP at Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) (H) at Delhi University
Business/Commerce at St. Anthony's High School - India
PMP at Project Management Institute