Abhishek Kumar Brahma

About Abhishek Kumar Brahma

A strong advocate of lifelong learning, I specialize in transforming traditional learning frameworks into cutting-edge, digitally-enabled experiences. My expertise spans the design, execution, and digital marketing of learning programs—ranging from induction to specialized functional and behavioral development—ensuring alignment with organizational goals. I bring a strategic mindset to developing capability-building programs, combining instructional design principles with business objectives to create impactful learning journeys. My approach focuses on future-ready digital solutions, leveraging data analytics, immersive learning technologies, and AI-driven tools to enhance learner engagement and organizational performance. With multi-domain experience in Telecom, Education, and BFSI, I have led large-scale learning projects, organizational development initiatives, and change management programs across culturally diverse teams and regions. A collaborative leader and influencer, I work closely with key stakeholders, driving learning strategies that foster innovation, performance excellence, and sustainable growth.

Experience

1. Learning and Development Lead

   KPMG India

   Mar 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   I drive the strategic design, development, and delivery of high-impact learning programs across my business units. My role focuses on instructional design excellence, digital learning solutions, and leadership development, empowering teams with the skills required for business transformation.Key Responsibilities: • Spearheaded the end-to-end development of learning strategies and instructional design for core business areas, leveraging ILT, VILT, WBT, simulations, videos, and interactive learning nuggets to create engaging learning experiences. • Led Gen AI and data upskilling initiatives that integrated AI/ML foundations, prompt engineering, and tools like ChatGPT, Azure OpenAI, SAP, and Copilot, enhancing digital capabilities across advisory functions. • Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) to identify skill gaps in M&A, valuations, and strategic advisory, mapping learning interventions to business priorities and role-specific competencies. • Developed blended learning journeys with role-based pathways, with self-paced content, expert-led workshops, and hands-on simulations to ensure practical application and skill mastery. • Managed the learning platform, optimizing UI/UX design, content curation, and learner analytics to boost engagement and learning effectiveness. • Collaborated with SMEs, media designers, and technology teams to design storyboards, interactive modules, and visual learning experiences that are both impactful and business-aligned. • Led behavioral competency initiatives on critical thinking, commercial acumen, and leadership presence, creating structured learning paths linked to performance management. • Authored and submitted award-winning learning initiatives for SHRM and Brandon Hall, showcasing instructional design excellence, technology-driven platform for business impact. • Drove Gen AI enablement sessions across business units, utilizing practical use cases to accelerate technology adoption and strategic decision-making.

Education

• D D Junior College

  12th, Science ( Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology )

  2002 — 2004

• Silicon Institute of Technology (SIT), Bhubaneswar

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  2004 — 2008

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  Post Graduate Diploma, Business Analytics

• Nirmala Convent School

  10th, Science

  2000 — 2002

• IBS Mumbai

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing and operations

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Lms
• Employee Training
• Search Engine Marketing (Sem)
• Content Writing
• Google Adwords
• Facebook Marketing
• New Business Development
• Training Management
• Crm
• Business Strategy
• Strategy
• Business Development
• Business Planning
• Organizational Learning
• Brand Management
• Marketing
• Business Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Advertising
• Social Media Marketing
• Management Information Systems (Mis)
• Video Production
• Key Account Management
• Training & Development
• Market Research
• Vendor Management
• Content Management
• Team Management
• Learning Management Systems
• Youtube
• Blended Learning
• Microsoft Project
• SEO
• Conceptual Designing
• Leadership
• Promotional Marketing
• Illustrator
• Techno-Commercial
• Digital Marketing
• Relationship Management