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Vishal Khurma

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Regional Vice Co-Chair ASSOCHAM National Education Council (Karnataka-Andhra-Telangana Chapter) at ASSOCHAM India
📍 Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Vishal Khurma is a commercial leader with over 24 years of experience at global brands like PepsiCo and Coca-Cola, now serving as the CEO of Woxsen University. He is focused on transforming higher education by bridging the gap between academia and industry. Colleagues describe him as professional, analytical, sincere, and a great communicator.

Outside of his professional life, Vishal is a self-proclaimed movie buff. He enjoys watching films, especially all-time favorites, as a way to unwind, de-stress, and stay positive amidst challenges.

He made a significant career shift from leading sales and marketing in the FMCG sector to becoming the CEO of a private university.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Regional Vice Co-Chair ASSOCHAM National Education Council (Karnataka-Andhra-Telangana Chapter)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Priorities

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Higher Education Transformation
Advocates for making education agile, integrating technology like AI, and ensuring curricula meet evolving industry demands to improve student employability.
Industry-Academia Collaboration
Actively promotes forging partnerships with corporations, involving industry leaders in advisory boards, and creating opportunities for students through internships and live projects.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Regional Vice Co-Chair ASSOCHAM National Education Council (Karnataka-Andhra-Telangana Chapter)
ASSOCHAM India
5-2019
Chief Executive Officer
Woxsen University
9-2016 - 4-2018
Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
Birla Shakti Cement, Kesoram Industries (BK Birla Group)
3-2014 - 8-2016
Associate Director - Sales
PepsiCo
4-2012 - 2-2014
Vice President - Sales
PepsiCo
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Media appearances

Businessworld welcomes Vishal Khurma as CEO of Woxsen University. Featured in Businessworld (Facebook)
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ETEducation interview with Vishal Khurma, CEO of Woxsen University. Featured in ETEducation (Instagram)
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Education
1999 - 2001
MBA
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
1995 - 1998
Bachelors
Panjab University
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