Major Vandana Sharma is A Kargil War veteran, she served with distinction as a young Captain in the Indian Army, and finds her name in Military History Book as the first lady officer to face enemy fire in actual War operations.
After a decade in the Army, she transitioned into the corporate world, taking on leadership roles across industries with organisations like Wipro, GMR, and Myntra for over two decades.
A sought-after leadership mentor and keynote speaker, Vandana has addressed audiences at Google, Microsoft, the Reserve Bank of India, SBI, IIMs, and other leading organisations, delivering impactful sessions on resilience, conscious leadership, and navigating change.
Her widely appreciated TEDx talks include “Follow Your Calling,” “Risk to Rise,” and “Rising Through Resilience,” resonating with individuals seeking authentic growth in their personal and professional journeys.
She is also the founder of VaMiKa Heritage, a brand rooted in India’s handloom legacy.
Recognised as a LinkedIn Top Voice for India, Vandana shares insights drawn from the battlefield, the boardroom, and daily life, reminding audiences that leadership is not a position but a daily practice of showing up with grace, grit, and gratitude.
