Avinash Choudhari

Strategic L & D Leader | 30 years in BFSI driving sales productivity, leadership growth & culture transformation.Empowering organizations with future-ready talent thru impactful training & digital learning solutions.

Role: Head of Sales Training, Lifecycle Management of Sales Team, Productivity Sales Leadership Training at HDFC Bank
Location: Mumbai, MH, IN
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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About Avinash Choudhari

Experienced Learning & Development leader with 30 years of cross-industry success in the banking, NBFC, and pharma sectors, I specialize in building future-ready capability systems that fuel business growth, improve performance, and retain talent.Currently heading Sales Training at HDFC Bank, I lead learning initiatives for over frontline employees, delivering measurable improvements in sales conversion, productivity, and attrition reduction. My L&D philosophy integrates digital learning, behavioral science (NLP), and leadership coaching to build strong, scalable, and sustainable talent pipelines.

Experience

Head of Sales Training, Lifecycle Management of Sales Team, Productivity Sales Leadership Training
HDFC Bank
Apr 2022 — Present · Mumbai, IN
Led L&D strategy for sales employees across pan-India operations in payments vertical- Increased underperforming staff productivity by 25% through structured upskilling programs- Deployed blended learning models— sessions delivered annually via e-learning and instructor-led modes- Designed and rolled out five behavior-based training modules focused on communication, solution selling, and rapport building- Achieved 20% improvement in sales conversion and reduced YOY attrition by 20% via structured coaching & mentoring- Integrated LMS tracking with performance dashboards to enable data-driven training decisions.

Education

American Tesol Institute
Diploma in training, Behavioral skills and Facilitation skills
2015 — 2016
ITM Group of Institutions
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business adminitration
2010 — 2012
European Community for neuro linquistic programming
Neuro linquistic Programming, Neurobiology and Behavior
2016 — 2016
Mumbai University Mumbai
K C College, Churchgate, Chemistry
1993 — 1996

Skills

Strategic Planning
Key Account Management
Time Management
Training & Development
Sales Analysis
Business Planning
Strategy
Retail Banking
Training and Development
Customer Retention
Healthcare
Business Development
Team Leadership

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Current company

HDFC Bank

Banking · 216K employees · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

HDFC Bank is India's largest private sector bank, offering a comprehensive range of financial products and services to our customer base of over 92 million. Our extensive distribution network of 8,919 branches and 21,031 ATMs across 3,836 cities and towns as of August 2024, reaches every corner of the country, making us accessible to millions. Promoted by Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC), India's leading housing finance company, HDFC Bank began operations in 1995 with a simple mission: to be a "World-class Indian Bank". With a single-minded focus on product leadership, customer focus and operational excellence, we have emerged as a leading player in all our business segments. We cater to individuals and businesses, offering a full range of innovative banking solutions including loans, payments, and wealth management. Our business solutions empower companies of all sizes, from MSMEs to large corporations, helping them grow with tailored banking services and financial tools. In 2023, the Bank merged with HDFC Ltd, combining our robust banking services with HDFC Ltd's legacy of leadership in housing finance. This merger enhances our ability to offer home loans and other financial services, ensuring seamless access for customers across urban and rural areas. As a socially responsible corporate citizen, we believe in banking with a purpose. Through our CSR initiative, Parivartan, we actively work to drive positive change across education, healthcare, skills training, and sustainable livelihoods impacting over 10 crore lives across the country. Our commitment to community impact is as strong as our dedication to delivering value to our stakeholders. As we expand, we continue to stay at the forefront of innovation, offering seamless digital banking experiences to enhance the lives of our customers. HDFC Bank prioritises the security of its systems and remains committed to maintaining the confidentiality of its customers' data. As a precaution

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About Avinash Choudhari

Experience

Head of Sales Training, Lifecycle Management of Sales Team, Productivity Sales Leadership Training

Education

American Tesol Institute

ITM Group of Institutions

European Community for neuro linquistic programming

Mumbai University Mumbai

Skills

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