Mini Agarwal
@miniagarwal
Seasoned leader in facilitation, learning design and military operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned leader combining 25+ years in military administration and operations with deep expertise in facilitation, program and curriculum design, and psychometric assessment. I design client-centric, blended learning and leadership journeys that integrate psychological principles and business-focused practicality to drive behavioral shifts and measurable skill adoption.
My experience includes large-scale HR and infrastructure leadership in the Indian Air Force, revenue generation and business development for learning firms, and designing high-impact learning solutions for corporates and public-sector clients. I bring a pragmatic, learner-centered approach, strong delivery track record, and a commitment to creating purposeful, accountable development experiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Facilitation & Learning Lead
Crossover Leadership Journeys
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 9 months)
Designs client-centric blended learning programs and facilitates sessions on emotional intelligence, change, executive presence and negotiation to drive behavioral shifts and measurable skill adoption.
Instructional Designer
Jombay
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Designed and customized scalable professional development content and program specializations including women leadership and senior HR development paths to improve learning effectiveness.
Learning Content Consultant
Attrans Mgmt Solutions
Feb 2013 - May 2018 (5 years 3 months)
Developed high-volume practical training content and bite-sized modules for Sales and BFSI teams and delivered workshops to ensure consistent on-the-job learning application.
Manager, Resource Mobilisation
Concern India Foundation
May 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year 1 month)
Secured over INR 3.5 million in a year through corporate, foundation and individual partnerships, grew donor base and improved donor retention via diversified fundraising channels.
Senior Consultant, Business Dev
First Ascent
Jun 2010 - Jan 2013 (2 years 7 months)
Generated over INR 10 million in engagements in the first year and built a 300+ client base while co-developing business strategy and customized outdoor training solutions.
Author & Translator
Independent
Feb 2005 - Dec 2010 (5 years 10 months)
Authored four educational books for children and translated contemporary socio-political and UN youth magazine content between English, Hindi and Gujarati to expand access to global perspectives.
Administration & Ops Lead
Indian Air Force
Jul 1992 - Jan 2005 (12 years 6 months)
Led HR, administration and infrastructure for an air base managing up to 600 personnel and an annual INR 50M infrastructure budget; coordinated resources for high-stakes operations and received commendation for service.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Institute of Management Lucknow
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed an Executive MBA program with emphasis on leadership, administration, and organizational operations.
University of Madras
Master of Science, Psychology
Completed an MSc in Psychology focusing on psychological frameworks and applications for learning and facilitation.
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