Group: TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

 

 

Rahul Kale, Head of Certification Body, TÜV SÜD South Asia

Working as Head of Certification Body at TÜV SÜD South Asia since Jan’19, heading certification activities which includes accreditation management (NABCB), auditor qualification management, internal audits & quality assurance, Certification body process from audit planning to report review and certificate decision.

With over 9 years at , TÜV SÜD, Rahul also worked for six years 15 in Quality Assurance, QMS, EMS, OHSAS at Manufacturing & Engineering Companies including Voltas.

 

Multi-talented and senior Mall Management professional with over 20 years of experience In India and Africa in leadership position.

A globally recognised Certified Retail and real Estate professional (CRRP)from International Council of Shopping centers, USA and management graduate.

Awarded Most admired Shopping Center manager- PAN India.

A qualified Occupational Safety and Health- British Council professional with various executive and management courses from Harvard University. A successful shopping center professional who has contributed to development, management and turnaround of shopping centers across regions.

 

Over 29 years of Quality Assurance experience with Industry and National and International Accreditation / Certification System.

Presently, serving as Director to Board of Directors of IAF (International Accreditation Forum), also Chair of User Advisory Committee (UAC) of IAF representing Industries and Member to Executive Committee of IAF

Presently, heading the Accreditation & Training division of Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone Ltd (AMTZ), an AP State Enterprise in Medical device sector.

In past headed the operation of National accreditation Board (NABCB) as Director including Business development, new accreditation scheme development and resource management activities.

Developed various accreditation schemes like QMS, EMS, FSMS, OHSMS, ISMS, ITSMS, EnMS, TDRMS, Medical Devices, RTSMS, TDRMS, BCMS, ABMS, AMS, Personnel certification and Product certification.

Experience of working with various leading organizations, different cultures and practices in the field of environmental, Occupational health & Safety and Quality management system in India and Abroad. Travelled extensively within and outside India.

In-depth Knowledge in Conformity Assessment Schemes (management systems, inspection, product certification, personnel certification and GHG validation & verification) & Accreditation Standards – ISO/IEC 17011, ISO/IEC 17020, ISO/IEC 17021, ISO/IEC 17024, ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO 14065. Also, a qualified lead assessor for all above mentioned accreditation Schemes

Skill Development – Planning, training & relationship management, presentation and interpersonal skills

I have been on the active empanelled list of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) CDM-Assessor since 2010 and undergone various training/workshops on CDM standards, accreditation processes of Clean Development Mechanism, conducted by United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Germany.

Qualified legal & compliance professional with more than 19 years of experience in handling legal regulatory affairs, corporate compliances, Licenses & Permits, governance, risk & compliance with hands-on expertise in Food Safety, Legal Metrology, Municipal and Environmental laws; Fire Safety; Employment laws; DoT Compliances; Contracts negotiation and litigation management.

In her role as a member of management team, Neetu Kapasi leads and enables communication (internal & external), empowers leaders, enables performance, and strengthens diverse stakeholders’ relations across the region.

Responsible for integrating strategy, communication and growth, with sustainability, affordability and values at the very core of everything she does. Using Communication as a tool to enable better business results and growth. Driving an open and sharing climate, where everyone is informed, engaged and empowered.

Passionate and weaving through work – Story creation, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Measuring Impact Quantitatively & Qualitatively, Creating Movements to grow our purpose, Change Advocacy, Fair & Ethical Workplace Practices, Mentoring, Learning New Skills, Working with Growth Mindset, Peer Consulting, Strengthening Leadership in a Fast-Changing Workplace, Seeing Challenges as Opportunities, and turning Impossible into Possible.

Experienced legal professional with a proven track record of 26 years in the government sector and corporate, now leading legal and compliance efforts at RP Sanjiv Goenka Group. Skilled in diverse legal domains, including financial structures, infrastructure projects, retail, restructuring, information technology, Ecommerce food safety regulations, labor laws, and mergers & acquisitions.

Government Sector Experience:
Former legal expert with the Government of India, bringing nearly a decade of experience in handling legal affairs. Proficient in documentation of financial structures, loan agreements, debt structuring, mortgages, and rupee term loans. Valuable exposure to legal appraisal and due diligence for various infrastructure projects encompassing power, transport, roads, waste management, and more.

Broad Legal Expertise:
Comprehensive knowledge in an array of legal domains, including Prevention of Food Adulteration compliance, Food Safety and Standards Act, Drugs and Commodities regulations, Excise laws, and Labor Laws. Expertise extends to Mergers, Demergers, and Acquisitions, contributing to a holistic legal skill set.

RP Sanjiv Goenka Group
Currently spearheading legal and compliance functions for Retail & FMCG, Hospitality, Education, and Sports verticals of RP Sanjiv Goenka Group , a prominent industrial conglomerate in India. Proficient in Property laws, Contracts, Due diligence, Mergers, Demergers, Amalgamation, Information Technology, Intellectual Property, and Media & Sports law.

Vision & Approach:
Passionate about ensuring legal compliance while facilitating strategic growth. Committed to fostering a culture of legal awareness. Proven ability to navigate complex legal landscapes while delivering practical solutions that align with business objectives.

Accomplished Visionary, High-Performing Retail Industry Expert reputed for driving huge surges in revenue earnings, building world-class teams, and effecting real and sustainable change in all economic climates. A seasoned professional with experience in end to end Retail Business Operations, P&L management, multichannel product, distribution and marketing involving both start up and growth organization while spreading operational improvements to drive productivity and reduce costs. Excel in dynamic demanding environments while remaining pragmatic and focused.

KEY SKILLS
Strategy, Vision & Mission Planning | Brevity | Anticipating Change | Negotiations & Strategic Alliances | Transformativeness | Operations Analysis | Profitability & Cost Analysis | Customer Experience | Merchandising – Planning & Visual | Sales & Marketing Leadership | Policy & Procedure Development | Finance, Budgeting & Cost Management | Strategic Agility | Team Building & Performance Improvement | Target Costing | Space optimization, layouts & people productivity | Inventory Lifecycle Management