Vishal Digambar Deshmukh

About Vishal Digambar Deshmukh

What does it take to build learning that actually works in a regulated, global environment? For me, it\'s 18 years of doing exactly that — and I\'m still energized by the challenge every single day.I\'m a Learning & Development leader with 18+ years of experience, including 12+ years specializing in global learning strategy, operations, and capability development within GxP-regulated pharmaceutical environments. I\'ve had the privilege of shaping how thousands of employees learn, grow, and stay compliant — from shop-floor operators to senior leaders across multiple geographies. What I bring to the table: Learning Strategy & Skills Advisory — I partner with CoEs, business units, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex business needs into structured, scalable learning solutions. From learning needs analysis to curriculum strategy and skills mapping, I connect learning to real business outcomes. Learning Operations & Governance — I lead demand management, request triage, resource planning, and multi-country deployment. I\'ve managed LMS platforms (SuccessFactors, Cornerstone) for employees, ensuring compliant, seamless delivery aligned with GxP standards. Global Deployment & Translation Management — I\'ve successfully led large-scale multilingual learning programs across regions, establishing streamlined translation workflows and QA processes that ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and on-time delivery. Instructional Design & Innovation — Using ADDIE, Bloom\'s Taxonomy, and human-centered design principles, I create engaging, evidence-based learning experiences — blending multimedia, e-learning (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate), and emerging AI-powered solutions. Analytics & Continuous Improvement — I build dashboards and analytics frameworks that measure learning effectiveness and drive data-informed decisions. Throughout my career at GSK (16 years) and now at Sanofi, I\'ve been recognized for excellence — including a Gold Award for SAP Training Project Excellence and multiple Bronze Awards for L&D Innovation & Impact. I hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Pune University), a PG Diploma in Operations Management, am a Certified Instructional Design Practitioner, and a Six Sigma Green Belt. I\'m open to global opportunities where learning is treated as a strategic lever — not just a compliance checkbox. Let\'s connect if you\'re building world-class L&D capabilities in pharma, life sciences, or regulated industries.

Experience

1. Development Lead

   Sanofi

   Sep 2025 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor’s Degree, B.Pharmacy

  2007

• MIT School of Distance Education

  PGDM- Operations management

• KPMG

  Certified Instructional Design practitioner

• VAR sigma

  lean sigma Green Belt