Capt. Raghu Raman
Captain Raghu Raman is a visionary leader, security expert, inspirational speaker, and resilience advocate
Naval officer inspiring with motivational talks on leadership and service.
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About Capt. Raghu Raman
Raghu Raman is a distinguished leader whose extraordinary career spans the Armed Forces, top global corporates, and the Government of India—making him one of the most versatile leadership experts in the country. His rare ability to shift seamlessly between three vastly different leadership environments—the disciplined, mission-driven style of the Indian Army; the incentive-based corporate frameworks of Mahindra, Reliance Industries, and Adani; and the procedure-bound structure of government institutions, gives him unmatched credibility as a keynote speaker and strategic advisor.
As the founding CEO of the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID), an agency conceptualised after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Raghu Raman was handpicked by the Government of India to build and lead one of the nation’s most critical intelligence initiatives. His leadership experience also includes setting up complex global joint ventures, advising top national and international leaders, and driving high-impact transformation across sectors. A seasoned author, speaker, and educator, Raghu Raman’s influence extends across prestigious platforms including TEDx, Josh Talks, and leading global forums, where his talks and podcasts have collectively garnered over 50 million views. His bestselling book, Everyman’s War, is widely regarded as an essential read on leadership, courage, and decision-making.
Before entering the corporate and government space, Raghu Raman served 12 years in the Indian Armed Forces, participating in high-stakes operations in conflict regions. His tenure included peacekeeping duties in Angola with the United Nations, deployment at the Siachen Glacier—one of the world’s highest battlefields, and service in volatile areas of Punjab, experiences that shaped his deep understanding of resilience and leadership under pressure. Raghu Raman is also a respected educator, serving as visiting faculty at institutions like ISB, IIMs, National Defence College, and Indian Institute of Public Administration, where he teaches leadership, analytics, communication, and strategy.
Raghu Raman is a distinguished leader whose extraordinary career spans the Armed Forces, top global corporates, and the Government of India—making him one of the most versatile leadership experts in the country. His rare ability to shift seamlessly between three vastly different leadership environments—the disciplined, mission-driven style of the Indian Army; the incentive-based corporate frameworks of Mahindra, Reliance Industries, and Adani; and the procedure-bound structure of government institutions, gives him unmatched credibility as a keynote speaker and strategic advisor.
As the founding CEO of the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID), an agency conceptualised after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Raghu Raman was handpicked by the Government of India to build and lead one of the nation’s most critical intelligence initiatives. His leadership experience also includes setting up complex global joint ventures, advising top national and international leaders, and driving high-impact transformation across sectors. A seasoned author, speaker, and educator, Raghu Raman’s influence extends across prestigious platforms including TEDx, Josh Talks, and leading global forums, where his talks and podcasts have collectively garnered over 50 million views. His bestselling book, Everyman’s War, is widely regarded as an essential read on leadership, courage, and decision-making.
Before entering the corporate and government space, Raghu Raman served 12 years in the Indian Armed Forces, participating in high-stakes operations in conflict regions. His tenure included peacekeeping duties in Angola with the United Nations, deployment at the Siachen Glacier—one of the world’s highest battlefields, and service in volatile areas of Punjab, experiences that shaped his deep understanding of resilience and leadership under pressure. Raghu Raman is also a respected educator, serving as visiting faculty at institutions like ISB, IIMs, National Defence College, and Indian Institute of Public Administration, where he teaches leadership, analytics, communication, and strategy.
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Career Highlights and Achievements of Capt. Raghu Raman
Service in Armed Forces
Served 12 years in Armed Forces, operating in Siachen and Punjab.
UN Peacekeeping in Angola
Served as UN Peacekeeper in Angola showcasing commitment to global peace.
Corporate achievement – Mahindra
Transitioned to the corporate world with Mahindra Group.
Group President at Reliance
Served as Group President – Risk, Security & New Ventures at Reliance.
Academic & Global Faculty
Teaches achievement, communication & strategy at top global business schools
Outstanding Speaker Bureau
Recognized as part of the Outstanding Speaker Bureau.
Author of Everyman’s War
Wrote Everyman’s War, published by Penguin.
Columnist for Mint
Regular Mint columnist writing on achievement, business, security & national issues.
Thought achievement
Known for blending achievement discipline with corporate achievement.
Speaker & Educator Honors
Honored globally as a thought leader and educator, influencing students & leaders.
Why Capt. Raghu Raman ?
Drawing from his rich experience in the Indian Army and the Kargil War, Capt. Raghu Raman brings real-world leadership and crisis management insights that go far beyond textbooks. He teaches how courage, discipline, and empathy can shape resilient leaders.
Through powerful stories and sharp observations, he unpacks unintentional stereotyping and unconscious bias in the workplace. His sessions are thought-provoking and enable organizations to foster a more inclusive and self-aware culture.
From his time in government and the forces, he offers hard-hitting yet accessible insights on national security, cybersecurity, and risk—making complex topics relatable to corporate audiences and leadership teams.
Having worked across defence, corporate, and government sectors, Capt. Raman connects the dots between strategy, execution, and ethics. His talks are a masterclass in decision-making under uncertainty—ideal for CXOs and leadership teams.
He uniquely blends grassroots-level Indian street smarts with global business acumen, teaching teams how to adapt, hustle, and thrive in complex, fast-moving environments—making him a truly relatable and practical speaker.
His commanding presence, relatable anecdotes, and clarity of thought can shift mindsets and spark a transformation in how your people think, lead, and work. His sessions leave a lasting imprint on company culture.
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Capt. Raghu Raman
Captain Raghu Raman is a visionary leader, security expert, inspirational speaker, and resilience advocate
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